Elanders climate targets have been validated and approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The climate targets are deemed to be aligned with the latest climate science and in line with the Paris Agreement's goals to limit global warming to a maximum of 1.5 degrees. “Having our climate targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative is a significant step in our long-term sustainability efforts. The SBTi validation provides us with a strong base for our continued work to reduce our cl ...

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Core Points - Elanders has submitted its climate targets to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for validation and approval, committing to significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions [1][3] - The company aims to reduce its own operational emissions (scope 1 and 2) by 50% by 2030 from a 2021 baseline, and reduce value chain emissions (scope 3) by 25% by 2030 from a 2022 baseline [1][2] - Elanders has achieved a 23% reduction in its own operational emissions since 2021 and a 12% reduction in value chain emissions since 2022 [2] Initiatives and Goals - To meet its climate targets, Elanders is focusing on transitioning to renewable energy, utilizing circular materials, improving energy efficiency, and moving towards fossil-free vehicles [2] - The long-term goal for Elanders is to achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050 [1] SBTi Validation - The Science Based Targets initiative is a global initiative that helps organizations set science-based climate targets aligned with the Paris Agreement to limit global warming to a maximum of 1.5 degrees [4] - Validation by SBTi ensures that the climate targets are independently reviewed and scientifically based, enhancing transparency and credibility [4]