Unilever moves from GHG intensity to absolute Scope 3 reduction targets as data granularity improves
Adjustments were made as Scope 3 emissions reduction proved more challenging than expected, prompting the firm to revisit plans and measurements.
FMCG giant Unilever has updated its climate transition plan and switched from carbon intensity to absolute greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction targets for its value chain, hailing “significant improvements in measurement”.
The company, which aims to reach net zero by 2039, has unveiled new Scope 3 emissions targets for 2030, including 42% absolute reduction in Scope 3 energy and industrial emissions and 30.3% absolute reduction in Scope 3 forest, land and agriculture emissions, both from a 2021 baseline.
