SBTi Net-Zero Target Declaration
What SBTi Net-Zero Target Declaration Covers
The SBTi Net-Zero Standard defines what constitutes a credible corporate net-zero target: near-term Scope 1, 2, and 3 emission reduction targets (aligned to 1.5°C), long-term net-zero targets by no later than 2050, and a commitment to achieve net-zero without reliance on permanent carbon removals beyond residual emissions. Validation by SBTi provides independent third-party credibility.
The Science Based Targets initiative published the first Corporate Net-Zero Standard in October 2021, establishing a clear distinction between credible net-zero commitments and the vague or unverifiable 'carbon neutral' or 'net zero' claims that had proliferated without common definitions. SBTi's two-tier structure — a near-term target requiring deep cuts by 2030 and a long-term net-zero target requiring at least 90% absolute reduction in Scopes 1, 2, and 3 by 2050 at the latest — set a minimum ambition level that directly reflects the carbon budgets in the IPCC Sixth Assessment Report for limiting global warming to 1.5°C.
The near-term targets must cover at least 95% of a company's total Scope 1 and 2 emissions and at least 90% of Scope 3. For Scope 3, companies must either set an absolute reduction target (minimum 25% by 2030 from base year) or adopt an approved sector pathway. Companies in the Forest, Land, and Agriculture (FLAG) sectors face additional requirements under the SBTi FLAG Guidance, which separates biogenic and fossil emissions and requires land-related emission reductions in addition to energy-related ones. As of 2025, over 9,000 companies globally have either committed to or validated SBTi targets, creating a significant supply chain cascade effect where large companies require their suppliers to follow suit within 24 months of their own commitment.
Validation by SBTi provides a third-party credibility that self-declared net-zero claims lack entirely. The validation process involves SBTi experts reviewing the submitted GHG inventory, base year selection, emission reduction pathway, and long-term target year against the criteria in the Corporate Net-Zero Standard. Approved targets are published on the SBTi website, making them publicly verifiable. Sustalium structures the target setting and documentation process around the SBTi submission requirements, pre-populating the target summary form, checking inventory coverage against the 95% threshold, and generating the supporting documentation that SBTi reviewers examine during validation.
The Professional Choice for SBTi Net-Zero Target
CEOs face a growing challenge: compliance documentation that must be structured, verifiable, and always current — not scattered across PDFs, spreadsheets, and email chains.
Structured for this framework
Pre-built SBTi Net-Zero Target Declaration template with all required fields, data structures, and output formats. Enter your data once — it maps to the framework automatically. No starting from scratch, no manual formatting, no compliance gaps.
What you get
SBTi target setting template and submission preparation guide, Near-term and long-term target calculation aligned to SBTi Corporate Standard v2, GHG inventory quality check against SBTi submission requirements — delivered as a verifiable public page with QR code, PDF export, and tiered access controls.
Covers your markets
Global, European Union, and 1 more — Sustalium's structured approach works across jurisdictions, so you don't rebuild for each market.
Set your SBTi net-zero targets and achieve the climate commitment standard that investors, customers, and regulators recognise.
Applicable Markets
- Global: Required by major institutional investors (BlackRock, Vanguard proxy criteria), CDP A-band scoring, and supply chain commitments from Fortune 500 companies.
- European Union: EU CSRD ESRS E1 climate targets aligned to 1.5°C are substantively satisfied by SBTi-validated targets.
- United Kingdom: UK Government Transition Plan Taskforce (TPT) framework references SBTi-aligned targets as evidence of credible transition planning.
What's Included
- Near-term Scope 1 and 2 reduction target: minimum 42% absolute reduction by 2030 from base year
- Near-term Scope 3 reduction target: 90% coverage with minimum 25% reduction by 2030
- Long-term net-zero target: 90% Scope 1, 2, and 3 reduction by no later than 2050
- Base year GHG inventory (SBTi-validated against GHG Protocol)
- Residual emissions statement and carbon removal approach
- SBTi validation letter and approved target summary for publication
Who It's For
CEOs, sustainability directors, and investor relations teams at companies seeking the most credible climate commitment label — particularly those in industries with high Scope 3 supply chain pressure (consumer goods, fashion, food, financial services, technology).
What You'll Need
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is SBTi Net-Zero Target Declaration?
SBTi Net-Zero Target Declaration is a compliance framework that set and declare a science-based net-zero target validated by the science based targets initiative (sbti), meeting the highest standard for corporate climate ambition.. Sustalium provides the structured framework so you do not have to start from scratch.
Who needs SBTi Net-Zero Target Declaration?
SBTi Net-Zero Target Declaration is relevant for CEOs, Sustainability directors, Investor relations teams, ESG leads. Any business in applicable markets or selling to partners who require this declaration benefits from a published, verifiable compliance document.
How long does it take to publish a SBTi Net-Zero Target Declaration?
Publishing your SBTi Net-Zero Target Declaration takes ~4-6 hours. The framework is already structured -- add your data, review, and publish. No research, no consultants, no starting from scratch.
What do I receive after publishing?
A public, verifiable compliance page with a unique URL and QR code. Share as a link, embed on your website, or export as a PDF. Public, audit-only, and internal access tiers let you control who sees what.
What happens when SBTi Net-Zero Target Declaration regulations change?
Sustalium continuously updates every framework as regulations evolve. Your existing data carries forward -- review and re-publish. No starting over, no missed deadlines.
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