Almost 90 Major Companies Commit To Slash Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Ahead of World Climate Week, a coalition announced that 87 companies pledged to reduce emissions, aiming for net zero by 2050. This aligns with the UN's climate goals to limit global warming to 2.7°F above preindustrial levels. The UN Secretary General praised the private sector's involvement and urged more countries to join. Companies like Levi Strauss, L'Oreal, and Nestle are part of this initiative, representing significant global emissions.

What is the main goal of the companies' climate targets announced ahead of the World Climate Week?

• To limit global temperature rise to 2.7 degrees Fahrenheit

• To reduce global temperature rise to 1 degree Fahrenheit

• To increase global temperature rise

• To eliminate all greenhouse gas emissions by 2030

What is the purpose of the UN Climate Action Summit?

• To celebrate technological advancements

• To discuss economic growth strategies

• To align plans with the UN report on climate change

• To promote international trade agreements

What warning does the UN report released in August provide?

• The benefits of global warming

• The catastrophic consequences of exceeding a 2.7-degree Fahrenheit rise

• The economic advantages of climate change

• The potential for increased agricultural yields

Which of the following companies is NOT mentioned as part of the climate commitment?

• Nestle

• Apple

• L'Oreal

• Levi Strauss

How many companies are involved in the climate commitment announced?

• 50

• 27

• 87

• 100