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The We Mean Business coalition, representing nearly 900 global companies, calls on Japan to establish a clear path to net-zero domestic emissions by 2050. The coalition argues that clear, long-term government policies are necessary to provide businesses with the confidence to invest in zero-carbon technologies and avoid stranded assets. To achieve this, they recommend that Japan implement quantitative decarbonization targets across all sectors, prioritize renewable energy deployment, phase out coal, introduce carbon pricing, and support green finance.

LeasePlan CEO Tex Gunning urges Germany to embrace electric vehicles (EVs) as a critical tool for reducing transport emissions and driving economic growth. He highlights that while the global automotive industry and countries like China, the UK, and Norway are accelerating their shift to EVs, Germany's transport sector has seen no GHG emission reductions since 1990. Gunning calls on the German clean mobility commission to provide the policy clarity needed for businesses to invest in a zero-carbon transport future.

The document introduces a report focusing on the actions of companies involved in the Indonesian palm oil value chain, utilizing data from CDP's global disclosure platform to help investors and purchasing organizations drive accountability and deforestation-free outcomes.

The Corporate Reporting Dialogue participants aim to harmonize financial and non-financial reporting to improve transparency and accountability, specifically seeking to better illustrate the connection between corporate value creation and the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals.

The guide argues that formalized ESG integration has shifted from an exception to an expectation in the private equity sector, driven by stakeholder demands and the impact of ESG factors on portfolio company value. It aims to help General Partners create tailored responsible investment policies to improve ESG management practices and encourage sustainable capital deployment.

BSR identifies five innovations to improve the decision-usefulness of corporate reporting and disclosure in 2019, drawing on a collaborative initiative involving over 20 companies to share best practices and inform reporting organizations.

The document establishes that climate change undermines fundamental human rights such as health, food, and water, while a lack of human rights protections increases the vulnerability of marginalized communities. It provides a framework for businesses to understand this nexus and operational principles to manage associated risks and opportunities.

The We Mean Business Coalition urges governments at COP24 to accelerate the transition to a low-carbon economy by setting bold targets and clear timelines. The coalition emphasizes the need for a just transition involving tripartite social dialogue and investment in worker retraining. Specifically, it calls for full government participation in the Talanoa Dialogue to update nationally determined contribution (NDC) targets and the creation of a strong Paris rulebook featuring a global stocktake, common NDC implementation periods, an enhanced transparency framework, and guidelines to protect carbon market integrity.

Lenovo has implemented a comprehensive climate strategy focusing on energy efficiency and renewable energy to reduce its global Scope 1 and 2 emissions. Since 2009/10, the company has achieved a 32 percent reduction in these emissions, tracking toward a 40 percent target for 2020. Key initiatives include a low-temperature solder manufacturing process that cuts carbon emissions by 35 percent and the implementation of over 150 energy efficiency and renewable energy projects worldwide. Lenovo also manages supply chain impacts by requiring at least 75 percent of direct suppliers by spend to have climate change reduction targets and collaborating with Green Freight Asia to improve fuel efficiency in transport.

Novozymes employs enzyme-based catalysts to lower energy and chemical use in over 40 industrial sectors, aiming to save 100 million metric tons of CO2 annually by 2020. The company integrates circular economy principles at its Kalundborg site and uses life cycle assessments to validate the climate benefits of its products, such as bioenergy solutions and agricultural inoculants.

The We Mean Business Coalition argues that vague NDCs hinder the ability of the private sector to invest in a clean energy economy. The coalition calls for the standardization of data—including base years, target years, and IPCC methodologies—and requests clarity on the domestic legislation and financial measures intended to implement these targets to ensure a just transition and a predictable regulatory environment.

The We Mean Business coalition argues that while nearly 500 companies have set science-based emission reduction targets, stronger government policies are required to drive further business action. The coalition recommends specific interventions across zero-carbon grids, fleets, buildings, and agriculture, alongside broader systemic reforms including the removal of fossil fuel subsidies, the implementation of carbon pricing, and the adoption of TCFD disclosure requirements. The document emphasizes that these policies will provide the clarity and confidence businesses need for low-carbon capital investment and a just transition for workers.

The document argues that businesses have a crucial role in achieving the 'net zero' emissions goal established by the Paris Agreement. It suggests that corporate leaders can influence policy and regulation through their insights and experience, while adapting their operations to meet evolving national, European, and international expectations for sustainable growth.

The private sector in Southeast Asia faces significant risks from climate change, including warming temperatures and sea-level rise, which can impact business strategy, finance, and operations. While there is momentum to reduce emissions, there is a lack of equivalent effort to build resilience, necessitating urgent action to increase adaptive capacity.

Google achieved its goal of matching 100% of its global electricity consumption with renewable energy in 2017, investing over $3.5 billion USD across 26 projects. The company now aims for a 'moonshot' goal of powering operations on a region-specific, 24/7 basis with zero-carbon energy. To achieve this, Google focuses on regional procurement to overcome regulatory barriers, the pursuit of new technologies to manage resource variability, and the promotion of energy policies that empower consumers. Additionally, Google launched the Environmental Insights Explorer in 2018 to help cities estimate carbon emissions and renewable energy potential.

The document outlines a framework for corporate leadership in the transition to 100% renewable electricity, drawing on best practices from RE100 members. It provides case studies and specific recommendations from the RE100 Technical Advisory Group to help corporate buyers maximize their impact on market shifts, while clarifying that it does not define the eligibility criteria for joining the RE100 initiative.

Danone aims for full value-chain carbon neutrality by 2050, with intermediate 2030 targets to reduce scope 1, 2, and 3 emission intensity by 50% and achieve a 30% absolute reduction in scope 1 and 2 emissions. As of 2017, the company's total greenhouse gas emissions were 21.6 million tons, with 93.2% originating from Scope 3. Key initiatives include transitioning to 100% renewable electricity via RE100, implementing regenerative agricultural practices with 140,000 global farmers, and utilizing the Cool Farm Tool for farm-level quantification. Specific projects include a carbon-neutral evian bottling site powered by hydro-electric energy and the Livelihoods Carbon Fund, which supports mangrove restoration in Senegal, Indonesia, and India.

The Coca-Cola Company partnered with BSR to move beyond greenhouse gas mitigation and develop a framework for climate resilience across its complex global value chain. By analyzing seven proxy markets (Argentina, Brazil, China, India, Kenya, Mexico, and the United States) and two commodities (coffee and tea), the partnership identified climate hazards and underlying vulnerabilities, such as insufficient infrastructure and food insecurity. The resulting framework integrates resilience into the company's existing risk management and sustainability systems to help the company anticipate and recover from climate shocks.

Suez has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 30% by 2030 from a 2014 baseline, a target approved by the Science Based Target initiative. The company focuses on transitioning customers to a "use-and-recover approach" through circular economy practices, such as diverting waste from landfills to reduce methane and converting wastewater treatment plants into carbon-neutral "bio-factories." To manage financial risk and guide technology choices, Suez employs an internal carbon price based on the EU ETS and IEA scenarios. By 2017, the company reported a 5.69% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions since 2014 and supported nearly 200,000 jobs worldwide through its activities and supply chain.

The We Mean Business Coalition calls on G7 governments to increase climate ambition by implementing more stringent 2020 NDCs, phasing out fossil fuel subsidies and coal power, and establishing strong carbon pricing. The coalition emphasizes that while businesses are aligning with the Paris Agreement to drive innovation and growth, they require clear policy signals to secure low-GHG capital investment. The statement advocates for a just transition to a net-zero global economy, highlighting that over 700 leading businesses—with a collective market capitalization exceeding $16.7 trillion—are already taking action through the coalition's campaigns.