UN Global Compact Tells Businesses To Speed Up Climate Action
UN Global Compact urges businesses to rapidly scale up climate action, set net-zero targets, and drive sustainable change globally now
The United Nations Global Compact has issued a rallying cry to the private sector, urging companies to dramatically accelerate their efforts to combat climate change. Current progress is not enough, and a step-change in speed and scale is needed to meet global net-zero goals.
Businesses must set robust targets to cut greenhouse gas emissions and align their entire value chain with a net-zero future. This means taking concrete action now on clean energy, sustainable supply chains, and green innovation.
The UN body is pushing companies to move beyond pledges and implement real change. The next few years are critical, and the private sector must play its part in bridging the gap between current progress and what’s needed to limit global warming.
The call to action comes as recent assessments show the world is off track to meet climate goals. The UN Global Compact is urging companies to use their influence, capital, and expertise to drive change and report transparently on progress.
The effectiveness of this appeal will be measured by the action companies take. The time for gradual change is over; it’s time for accelerated, systemic action.
