On 28 February 2024, the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) released their guidance on how companies should engage in beyond value chain mitigation (BVCM). The Above and Beyond report gives practical guidance to companies on how to build a strategy for BVCM. The guidance does however leave a question open. 

When it comes to climate action, companies often talk about a net zero target. But what does net zero actually mean?

In a widely awaited ruling, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has taken significant strides to mandate climate-related disclosure requirements. This move marks a crucial step towards fostering transparency and accountability in corporate sustainability efforts.

In addition to the mandatory requirements of new directives, companies can also become more active in voluntary climate action. Find out which topics are particularly important for companies this year.

As part of the further development and strategic alignment of ClimatePartner GmbH, the company is also breaking new ground in personnel terms. Klaus-Peter Siemssen has been the company's new CEO since 1 January 2024. Founder Moritz Lehmkuhl will remain active for ClimatePartner as managing director.

As part of COP28, seven EU countries (the Netherlands, Germany, France, Spain, Finland, Belgium, and Austria) have published joint recommendations to improve the integrity of the voluntary carbon market (VCM). ClimatePartner firmly supports this declaration and are convinced that the voluntary climate action commitment of companies and the VCM are indispensable to achieve the necessary momentum.