Understanding Corporate Net Zero Promises

What is a common issue with the net zero promises made by many large companies?

• They often exceed their targets.

• They are always transparent.

• They frequently lack a proper plan.

• They are only made by small companies.

What does it mean for a company to go net zero?

• To balance the amount of greenhouse gases emitted with the amount removed.

• To increase their carbon footprint.

• To stop all business operations.

• To emit more greenhouse gases than they remove.

Which type of emissions are easiest for companies to reduce?

• Emissions from consumer use.

• Direct emissions from their own operations.

• Indirect emissions from suppliers.

• Emissions from waste disposal.

What issue did Gucci face with its sustainability report?

• It showed a decrease in overall emissions.

• It showed an increase in emissions relative to revenue.

• It was praised for its accuracy.

• It was transparent about all data.

What is a major problem with carbon offsets?

• They are cheaper than reducing emissions.

• They are the only solution to emissions.

• They are often discredited.

• They are always effective.

What did BrewDog claim about its carbon footprint?

• It was the world's first carbon neutral brewery.

• It was the world's first carbon negative brewery.

• It was the world's first carbon positive brewery.

• It was the world's first carbon free brewery.

Why is it challenging for companies to reduce indirect emissions?

• They are easy to measure.

• They are not significant.

• They often involve suppliers.

• They have direct control over them.

What is a key strategy for companies to reduce indirect emissions?

• Ignore supplier emissions.

• Work proactively with suppliers.

• Increase direct emissions.

• Focus only on internal operations.

What regulatory change did the EU implement in 2023 regarding emissions?

• Banning all emissions.

• Allowing unlimited carbon offsets.

• Reducing taxes on emissions.

• Requiring companies to provide information on emissions.

What is a significant challenge companies face in the 'new phase of net zero'?

• Avoiding all regulations.

• Reducing transparency.

• Increasing emissions.

• Understanding what net zero involves.