Integrity Matters: The Hard Work is Now
Charting global progress towards high-integrity net zero commitments by business, financial institutions, cities and regions.
The Expert Group submitted their recommendations to the Secretary‐General ahead of the UN Climate Conference (COP27) in Sharm el‐Sheikh, Egypt. Built on existing science and best‐in‐class voluntary efforts, the Integrity Matters: Net Zero Commitments by Businesses, Financial Institutions, Cities and Regions report sets out five principles — the bright stars that should guide the setting and attaining of net zero targets – and ten recommendations providing more detail about what non‐state actors need to consider through each stage of their progress towards being net zero aligned.
In 2024, the UN Secretary General requested a progress review of these ten recommendations, providing data where available. “Integrity Matters: The Hard Work Is Now” is that assessment and it’s a story of imperfect progress.
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