ESG and responsible business
Net zero
Cutting greenhouse gas emissions as far as possible and balancing the rest by removing an equal amount from the atmosphere, so the net total is zero.
A plain-English explanation of how this usually works, not legal advice. Rules differ between countries and change over time, so check your own situation. Disclaimer.
You'll hear it as
We've committed to net zero by 2040.
Why it matters to you.
Ask how much of a net zero plan is real cuts and how much is offsetting.
Related terms.
Videos.
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