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EQS-News: SIMONA signs Commitment Letter of the Science Based Targets initiative

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Demonstrating its firm commitment to a sustainable and low-carbon future, SIMONA has officially announced its participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

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  • Demonstrating its firm commitment to a sustainable and low-carbon future, SIMONA has officially announced its participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
  • The SIMONA Group has established its intent to take concrete measures aimed at validating its pathway to CO2 reduction.
  • The commitment to the Science Based Targets initiative represents a significant milestone for the SIMONA Group in its efforts to ensure that the company's carbon footprint is reduced effectively, thereby making a positive contribution to global climate change mitigation.
  • Our involvement in the Science Based Target initiative reflects our commitment to environmental responsibility and to setting long-term, quantifiable and science-based targets."

AUCNET Receives Validation from Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi)

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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TOKYO, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AUCNET INC. (hereinafter "AUCNET") is pleased to announce that the company has received validation for its greenhouse gas emission-reducing targets from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) (*1), an international collaborative organization which certifies that GHG emission reduction targets are scientifically consistent with the goals set forth in the Paris Agreement (*2).

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  • TOKYO, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AUCNET INC. (hereinafter "AUCNET") is pleased to announce that the company has received validation for its greenhouse gas emission-reducing targets from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) (*1), an international collaborative organization which certifies that GHG emission reduction targets are scientifically consistent with the goals set forth in the Paris Agreement (*2).
  • The AUCNET GHG emission reduction targets that have obtained validation, using 2021 as the base year, seek to reduce Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 42%, and Scope 3 emissions by 25%, by 2030.
  • Regarding the GCV management indicator, AUCNET is striving to increase its reliability and validity by obtaining third-party perspectives.
  • Going forward, AUCNET will continue working with all of its stakeholders to contribute to the realization of a sustainable society.

BlueTriton Brands honors World Water Day every day through water stewardship and our proud partnerships with World Resources Institute, DigDeep, and American Red Cross

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
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STAMFORD, Conn., March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- At BlueTriton Brands, our whole world is water. For us, every day is a day to celebrate water. We are always working to protect drinking water to make sure it's safe and available through water stewardship, monitoring, and investing in water infrastructure. As we honor World Water Day on March 22nd, a United Nations led initiative that focuses on the importance of freshwater, BlueTriton is proud to recognize our new and continued partnerships that are dedicated to keeping water sources sustainable.

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  • For us, every day is a day to celebrate water.
  • We are always working to protect drinking water to make sure it's safe and available through water stewardship, monitoring, and investing in water infrastructure.
  • As we honor World Water Day on March 22nd, a United Nations led initiative that focuses on the importance of freshwater, BlueTriton is proud to recognize our new and continued partnerships that are dedicated to keeping water sources sustainable.
  • For more information on how BlueTriton Brands supports the communities in which we live and work, visit: BlueTriton Brands — Community Stories
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Cardinal Health announces approved science-based climate targets; expands focus across the supply chain

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Friday, March 15, 2024
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Targets are considered science-based if they align with what the latest climate science says is necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels.

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  • Targets are considered science-based if they align with what the latest climate science says is necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels.
  • "As we work to achieve our targets, we will collaborate with partners along our supply chain to collectively address the impacts of climate change," Maltenfort said.
  • By the end of fiscal 2023, Cardinal Health had reduced its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 13% from a fiscal 2019 base year.
  • Cardinal Health reports on progress toward its climate goals in its annual Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report.

Nokia commits to net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040 #MWC24

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Monday, February 26, 2024
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Espoo, Finland – Nokia today announced that it has committed to reducing its total global greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) to net zero by 2040, accelerating its previous target by ten years, and putting it ahead of the Paris Agreement target of net zero by 2050.

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  • Espoo, Finland – Nokia today announced that it has committed to reducing its total global greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) to net zero by 2040, accelerating its previous target by ten years, and putting it ahead of the Paris Agreement target of net zero by 2050.
  • Pekka Lundmark, President and CEO of Nokia, said: “Our new emission reduction targets show that net zero is a business priority for Nokia.
  • Net zero: Net zero refers to a reduction of 90% in greenhouse gas emissions to as close to zero as possible, with a maximum of up to 10% remaining hard-to-abate emissions being neutralized through carbon removals.
  • To limit global warming to 1.5°C, greenhouse gas emissions must by halved by 2030 and reach net zero by 2050.

Concentrix + Webhelp Achieves New Milestone on Sustainability Journey

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
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SBTi provides companies with an independent assessment and validation of their proposed targets to help the world to halve emissions before 2030 and achieve net-zero emissions before 2050.

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  • SBTi provides companies with an independent assessment and validation of their proposed targets to help the world to halve emissions before 2030 and achieve net-zero emissions before 2050.
  • “Our sustainability journey centers around the concept that our collective impact as one team can change the world,” said Philip Cassidy, Executive Vice President, Strategic Projects, Corporate Strategy and ESG at Concentrix + Webhelp.
  • Concentrix + Webhelp has committed to reduce:
    Absolute scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, capital goods, fuel & energy-related activities and employee commuting 50% within the same time frame.
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    To learn more about the company’s on-going sustainability initiatives, please visit the Concentrix + Webhelp 2023 ESG Report.

Canon recognized with highest A score for its climate change activities from CDP

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
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The CDP evaluates major companies and local governments worldwide on their efforts to tackle environmental issues.

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  • The CDP evaluates major companies and local governments worldwide on their efforts to tackle environmental issues.
  • Evaluations are based on information disclosed in response to questions sent to the companies regarding such topics as climate change and water resource management.
  • This is Canon's third time earning a spot on the A List in the climate change category, having been included in the A List previously in 2016 and 2020.
  • Canon will continue working to make various technological advancements and improve managerial efficiency to help to reduce CO2 throughout society.

Danaher Commits to Set Science-Based, Net-Zero Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction Targets

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Danaher Corporation (NYSE: DHR) (Danaher) announced today it has committed to set science-based greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reduction targets in line with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), including a long-term target to reach net-zero value chain emissions by no later than 2050.

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  • WASHINGTON, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Danaher Corporation (NYSE: DHR) (Danaher) announced today it has committed to set science-based greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reduction targets in line with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), including a long-term target to reach net-zero value chain emissions by no later than 2050.
  • Danaher's pledge encompasses Scope 1, 2 and 3 GHG emissions and complements its existing commitment to reduce Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions on an absolute basis by 50.4% by 2032 compared to 2021.
  • "At the heart of everything we do at Danaher is continuous improvement, and our sustainability program further exemplifies this commitment," said Rainer M. Blair, Danaher's President and Chief Executive Officer.
  • Danaher will submit its GHG emission reduction targets to SBTi to be validated against the SBTi criteria.

Corporate Alignment with Climate Goals Under Scrutiny: LyondellBasell & Bayer demonstrate good practice

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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Chemical giant LyondellBasell (LYB) has emerged as an example of better practice in this field by proactively addressing concerns over misaligned industry affiliations.

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  • Chemical giant LyondellBasell (LYB) has emerged as an example of better practice in this field by proactively addressing concerns over misaligned industry affiliations.
  • The company's Climate Advocacy Report , released in May 2023, evaluates its memberships in key trade associations, categorising each based on alignment with climate policy positions.
  • Another example of good practice is provided by Bayer’s (BAY) Industry Association Climate Review (2023) which assesses 63 associations.
  • As the world grapples with climate challenges, the time for blurred communication is long gone, and corporate leaders should be clear about their climate transition pathway.

Fujitsu Earns Top Rating from CDP in Climate Change Category

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
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TOKYO, Feb 7, 2024 - (JCN Newswire) - Fujitsu Limited today announced that the Fujitsu Group has been selected for the CDP's A List for climate change for the seventh year in a row, earning the highest rating in the CDP's evaluation of corporate activities in response to climate change.

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  • TOKYO, Feb 7, 2024 - (JCN Newswire) - Fujitsu Limited today announced that the Fujitsu Group has been selected for the CDP's A List for climate change for the seventh year in a row, earning the highest rating in the CDP's evaluation of corporate activities in response to climate change.
  • The survey evaluates companies' outstanding efforts to demonstrate leadership in disclosing information, identifying and managing risks, addressing challenges, as well as setting ambitious and significant goals.
  • In 2017, The Fujitsu Group laid out its medium- to long-term environmental vision, the Fujitsu Climate and Energy Vision, setting its goal to achieve zero carbon emissions by 2050.
  • Utilizing AI and other advanced digital technologies to support innovation, Fujitsu is working to mitigate and adapt to the impacts of climate change through its business operations.