Net zero claims: Are they truly leading?

By Sapphire Jones

Barclays have just announced a net zero carbon target for 2050, following investor pressure and lobbying by sustainable finance campaign group ShareAction. This major target puts climate back in the spotlight, and demonstrates that companies must be clear of their role in society — made even more pressing by the COVID-19 pandemic.

This blog shall explore the hot topic of net zero commitments, demystify carbon language and set out three major considerations for companies to deliver credible carbon claims.

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