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Climate targets, transition & carbon claims · Core

Absolute target

Also called: absolute reduction target

ELI5

A target to reduce total emissions by a stated amount.

Used in conversation

“Which standard and reporting period govern absolute target?”

Pitch context

You will see “Absolute target” in sustainability reports, impact decks, climate plans and assurance materials when the discussion reaches climate targets, transition & carbon claims.

Why it matters: In climate targets, transition & carbon claims, the reporting boundary, method, period and evidence can materially change the claim.

Caution

State the reporting boundary, method, period and evidence; standards, regulation and assurance requirements vary.

Sources & evidence · 3

Direct term-level sources and supporting source families.