SBTi Reporting & Compliance

Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) Reporting & Compliance Solutions

Clearyst° helps sustainability leaders operationalize SBTi compliance with data collection, Scope 1-3 emissions baseline assessments and annual tracking, audit-ready reporting, and science-aligned target management, all in one sustainability operating system.

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What SBTi Requires

SBTi requires companies to:

Framework Requirements

  • Establish a verified emissions baseline
  • Set near-term and/or net-zero science-based targets
  • Cover Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions
  • Include Scope 3 emissions when material (often 40% or more of total footprint)
  • Report progress annually
  • Revalidate under updated standards

Quick Answers

The essentials on science-based targets, at a glance.

What does SBTi stand for?

SBTi stands for the Science Based Targets initiative, a global body that validates corporate climate targets.

Is SBTi mandatory?

While voluntary, SBTi is increasingly expected by investors, regulators, and customers as proof of credible decarbonization.

Does SBTi require Scope 3 emissions reporting?

Yes. If Scope 3 emissions represent 40% or more of total emissions, companies must set Scope 3 reduction targets.

What is the 2028 SBTi deadline?

Under updated standards, companies must align with the Corporate Net-Zero Standard (CNZS V2.0) by January 2028.

The Bar Is Rising, and January 2028 Is Close

More than 7,000 companies worldwide have committed to science-based targets. Under the updated Corporate Net-Zero Standard (CNZS V2.0), organizations must realign by January 2028, and legacy targets set under older standards will need revalidation.

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Why SBTi Reporting Is Harder Than It Looks

Scope 3 Data Collection at Scale

Supplier engagement, primary data collection, and value chain mapping are resource-intensive and often manual.

Audit-Ready Emissions Reporting

Increased assurance expectations demand traceable, defensible emissions calculations.

Continuous Monitoring vs. Annual Scramble

Many companies still rely on spreadsheets and retrospective data gathering.

Regulatory & Investor Scrutiny

SBTi commitments are increasingly linked to ESG disclosures, CSRD, SEC climate rules, and investor due diligence.

Our Methodology

A structured path from emissions baseline to validated, audit-ready science-based targets.

01

Baseline & Gap Assessment

We evaluate your emissions inventory and data maturity against SBTi criteria.

02

Data Infrastructure

We centralize emissions data collection across Scope 1, 2, and 3.

03

Target Alignment & Scenario Modeling

We align reduction pathways to SBTi methodologies and model decarbonization scenarios to ensure feasibility.

04

Ongoing Reporting & Validation Support

We prepare annual disclosures, maintain audit-ready documentation, and support revalidation cycles.

Why Companies Choose Clearyst° for SBTi

We combine the power of software with SBTi consulting expertise to help you report with clarity and confidence. We've partnered with Arbor to ensure companies have the software and advisory services necessary to support their SBTi reports and goals. This covers every step of the process from pre-measurement (data collection and stakeholder engagement) to measurement (Scope 1, 2, 3 calculations) and finally post-measurement (target setting, communication, and disclosures).

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What Sets Us Apart

Scope 3 Expertise

Deep experience managing supplier engagement, data estimation methodologies, and category mapping.

Audit-Ready Documentation

Traceable emissions factors, calculation transparency, and assurance-aligned reporting.

Regulatory Alignment

Integrated support for ESG frameworks that overlap with SBTi disclosures.

Scalable Across Business Units

Enterprise-ready platform built for complex global operations.

Strategy + Technology in One Partner

Unlike point solutions, Clearyst° combines sustainability expertise, data intelligence, and implementation support.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

Simple processes for managing stakeholder collaboration and data collection, enable organized disclosures and ease the task of SBTi reporting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi)?

The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) is a global organization that validates corporate greenhouse gas reduction targets against climate science.

How many companies are committed to SBTi?

More than 7,000 companies worldwide have committed to setting or validating targets under SBTi.

Does SBTi require Scope 3 emissions?

Yes. If Scope 3 emissions are material (typically 40% or more of total emissions), companies must set reduction targets covering Scope 3.

What is CNZS V2.0?

CNZS V2.0 is the updated Corporate Net-Zero Standard that strengthens reporting, validation, and transition planning requirements.

What is the January 2028 SBTi deadline?

Companies must align with updated criteria by January 2028, creating urgency for organizations that have legacy targets under older SBTi standards.

How can Clearyst° help with SBTi compliance?

Clearyst° provides emissions data automation, Scope 3 management, target alignment support, and audit-ready reporting to simplify SBTi compliance.

Ready to Strengthen Your SBTi Strategy?

The Science Based Targets initiative is raising the bar, and 2028 is approaching quickly. Clearyst° helps you move from commitment to confident compliance with structured data, streamlined reporting, and science-aligned action.

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