Climate Strategy for Businesses
Measuring your climate impact is a good first step. The real work begins when you set out to reduce it. A climate strategy turns the numbers in your climate assessment into concrete decisions: where to reduce emissions, by how much, and when. On this page, we explain how to go about it—from mapping Scope 3 to setting science-based targets and developing a timeline.
Climate Transition Plan, CTP
A Climate Transition Plan (CTP) describes how operations and the business model will be transformed in line with climate goals. It outlines which measures will be implemented, when, and by whom, as well as their costs.
The plan links climate goals to the budget, investments, and governance. This makes it a tool for management, not just a document for the sustainability report. Transition plans are increasingly in demand by investors and lenders and are part of the CSRD. In the SBTi’s new net-zero standard, they are a requirement for larger companies (Category A).
We help you develop a plan that is realistic for your business and can be tracked year after year.
Scope 3 Screening
For most companies, the largest portion of their climate impact lies within the value chain—that is, in Scope 3. This can include purchased goods and services, transportation, business travel, or how your products are used and disposed of. A Scope 3 screening provides an initial overview of where the major emissions are located before you invest time in detailed calculations.
During a screening, we review the 15 categories in the GHG Protocol and assess which ones are material to your specific operations. The results show where data needs improvement, which suppliers have the greatest impact, and where you have the greatest opportunity to reduce emissions.
The screening is often a requirement for setting targets in accordance with Science Based Targets and serves as a solid foundation for reporting in accordance with CSRD.
Set goals in line with Science Based Targets
Science Based Targets The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) is the most widely used framework for setting climate targets that are in line with what science says is necessary to limit global warming. A validated target shows customers, investors, and employees that your ambitions are genuine.
The targets are divided into short-term targets spanning 5–10 years and a long-term net-zero target by 2050. In June 2026, the SBTi published version 2.0 of its net-zero standard. It places greater emphasis on the actual implementation of the targets and sets different requirements depending on the company’s size. Validation against the new version will begin in early 2027. Companies that are setting or renewing targets in 2026 or 2027 will continue to use the previous version.
We’ll guide you through the entire process, from calculating the base year and selecting target levels to submitting your application and undergoing validation.
Guarantees of Origin and Energy Counseling
Electricity is often one of the first sources of emissions that companies can influence. With guarantees of origin, you can demonstrate that the electricity you use comes from renewable sources and report it correctly under Scope 2 according to the market-based method in the GHG Protocol.
Guarantees of Origin are a quick way to reduce reported emissions from electricity, but they should be part of a broader plan. Feel free to combine them with energy efficiency measures and, where possible, your own or contracted renewable electricity sources.
Energy use is often one of the largest sources of emissions for companies. We have expertise in both the energy market and energy efficiency, and can help your company reduce costs, decrease dependence on fossil fuels, and purchase certified renewable electricity at a lower price.
You can purchase guarantees of origin directly from us.
Develop a Climate Strategy
A good climate strategy is based on the same principles regardless of industry or size:
1. Measure your climate impact in Scopes 1, 2, and 3.
2. Identify where emissions are highest and where you can have the greatest impact.
3. Set goals that are scientifically grounded.
4. Plan your actions in a time-bound climate transition plan.
5. Follow up and adjust every year.
Since 2006,ZeroMission has been helping companies measure, reduce, and manage their climate impact. We can handle the entire process for you, support your team with a contracted climate strategist, or start with a workshop for management and employees.
Customer Cases
Climate transition plans, goals within the " Science Based Targets " initiative, and climate calculations by some of our ambitious clients.
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We help you take climate action
Contact us for an informal meeting on how to calculate, reduce or take responsibility for your emissions through the purchase of carbon credits.
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