Science Based Targets initiative 181d ago

What did 2025 really tell us about corporate climate action? Even against a challenging economic and political backdrop, the signal from businesses is clear: companies aren’t pulling back—they’re doubling down. Scale is growing, the business case is strengthening, and ambition is translating into action. In this message, SBTi CEO David Kennedy shared his reflections on the year, including: • Rapid growth in companies setting credible climate targets across sectors and regions • Clear evidence that climate-aligned strategies are linked to stronger planning, financial relationships, and long-term business performance • A growing focus on implementation, with extensive stakeholder input on the second draft of our flagship Corporate Net-Zero Standard As we look ahead, one thing is certain: ambition is shifting to action, as science-based targets scale and businesses prioritize implementation.