{"id":33127,"date":"2024-11-30T16:20:27","date_gmt":"2024-11-30T15:20:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wasteolas.com\/implementing-a-decarbonization-strategy-part-1-setting-clear-and-credible-climate-goals\/"},"modified":"2026-05-05T11:35:40","modified_gmt":"2026-05-05T09:35:40","slug":"implementing-a-decarbonization-strategy-part-1-setting-clear-and-credible-climate-goals","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wasteolas.com\/en\/implementing-a-decarbonization-strategy-part-1-setting-clear-and-credible-climate-goals\/","title":{"rendered":"Implementing a Decarbonization Strategy \u2013 Part 1: Setting Clear and Credible Climate Goals"},"content":{"rendered":"\n[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;section&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||||false|false&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||||false|false&#8221;][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;row&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Text&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<div class=\"ql-block\" data-block-id=\"block-b9f46b9e-4fab-4443-ad12-02dd759bbb1f\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"ql-block\" data-block-id=\"block-4260c015-3b91-4748-aad8-1465593aad6d\">The transition to a low-carbon economy is a major challenge for businesses and local governments. This practical guide outlines an essential first step: setting clear and credible climate goals that are aligned with scientific and regulatory requirements. <\/div>\n<div class=\"ql-block\" data-block-id=\"block-4260c015-3b91-4748-aad8-1465593aad6d\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"ql-block\" data-block-id=\"block-4260c015-3b91-4748-aad8-1465593aad6d\"><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"ql-heading\" data-block-id=\"block-bb2507f0-72a2-492b-87bc-f3a3bf473f18\">Contents of the guide<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Why set climate goals?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-list=\"none\">The guide explains the importance of taking a proactive approach to climate change, new regulations (the Paris Agreement, the CO\u2082 Act, and the Climate and Innovation Act), and the growing expectations of stakeholders.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Understanding emissions and scopes<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul><\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-list=\"none\">It explains the concept of a greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory and the classification of emissions into Scope 1 (direct), Scope 2 (indirect energy-related), and Scope 3 (other indirect) emissions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Methodology for Setting Goals<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-list=\"none\">The guide offers a structured approach:\n<ol>\n<li>Conduct a GHG inventory in accordance with recognized standards (GHG Protocol, ISO 14064)<\/li>\n<li>Identify relevant sectoral objectives (building, transportation, industry)<\/li>\n<li>Choose a representative base year<\/li>\n<li>Calculate the reduction targets for 2030, 2040, and 2050<\/li>\n<li>Chart a path toward reduction and establish a roadmap of concrete actions<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Incorporating Scope 3 and the SBTi framework<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-list=\"none\">To ensure a comprehensive approach, the guide recommends including Scope 3 emissions and aligning with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), thereby ensuring the credibility and international recognition of these commitments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Practical examples and resources<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-list=\"none\">Examples with figures, trajectory charts, a glossary, and additional resources make implementation easier.<\/li>\n<\/ul>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/wasteolas.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/scope-emission.png&#8221; title_text=&#8221;scope-emission&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Text&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<h3 class=\"ql-heading\" data-block-id=\"block-308674e7-4de5-4c15-bb48-2d07429500b5\">Why read this guide?<\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"ql-block\" data-block-id=\"block-7c456128-62bb-409b-9023-61b81d0db7b5\">This document serves as a guide for any company seeking to develop its climate strategy, anticipate regulatory changes, and strengthen its resilience. It offers practical advice, methodological tools, and insights tailored to the Swiss context. <\/div>\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 1em;\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"ql-block\" data-block-id=\"block-5b3de58a-0c3e-43fc-8cbf-90d878cb1bc4\">To view the complete guide and access all the recommendations, visit the official website:<\/div>\n<div class=\"ql-block\" data-block-id=\"block-1113242c-6b01-43d6-aa47-c49e3bc8a98f\"><a class=\"ql-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ge.ch\/document\/guide-mettre-place-strategie-decarbonation-partie-1-definir-objectifs-climatiques-clairs-credibles\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">\ud83d\udc49 Guide: \u201cImplementing a Decarbonization Strategy \u2013 Part 1\u201d<\/a><\/div>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>This content is created by the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ge.ch\/document\/guide-comprendre-marche-carbone-son-role-dans-votre-strategie-climatique?actId=~auW7X_9l7II3C7y_DoYeZD_5_wAs5t5pw1h0Su5yu4gmm8QiVbNO5vCsitxi8WeNvpxDAwstS0PL19GQWY55_jR9P7UQqqOSiQgVHoiRQKjEdBVDEQ3Y6&amp;actCampaignType=CAMPAIGN_MAIL&amp;actSource=509089\">State of Geneva \u2013 Cantonal Office of Economy<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ge.ch\/document\/guide-comprendre-marche-carbone-son-role-dans-votre-strategie-climatique?actId=~auW7X_9l7II3C7y_DoYeZD_5_wAs5t5pw1h0Su5yu4gmm8QiVbNO5vCsitxi8WeNvpxDAwstS0PL19GQWY55_jR9P7UQqqOSiQgVHoiRQKjEdBVDEQ3Y6&amp;actCampaignType=CAMPAIGN_MAIL&amp;actSource=509089\">and Innovation (OCEI)<\/a>, under a <a rel=\"license\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/4.0\/deed.fr\">CC BY-SA 4.0<\/a> license.<a rel=\"license noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/4.0\/deed.fr\" target=\"_blank\"><br><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Creative Commons License\" style=\"border-width: 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/licensebuttons.net\/l\/by-sa\/4.0\/88x31.png\"><\/a><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Source<\/strong> : <a class=\"ql-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ge.ch\/document\/37776\/telecharger\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">DEE-Guide-D\u00e9finir des objectifs climatiques.pdf<\/a><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The transition to a low-carbon economy is a major challenge for businesses and local governments. 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