JBS Revises Climate Goals, Abandons 2040 Net-Zero Target Due to Challenges
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JBS has decided to abandon its 2040 net-zero emissions goal, citing significant execution challenges. The company's Global Chief Sustainability Officer, Jason Weller, emphasized that while JBS is not retreating from climate challenges, it is refining its climate objectives. JBS aims to reduce scope 1 and 2 emissions by 30% by 2030 and by 70% by 2050, using 2019 as a baseline.
The decision to drop the 2040 target is significant as it reflects the complexities of achieving net-zero emissions across a vast network of independent agricultural producers. Weller noted the immense difficulties posed by varying practices, baselines, and the lack of standardized measurement infrastructure in global agriculture. This shift comes amid ongoing legal scrutiny regarding JBS's environmental claims and commitments.
Looking ahead, JBS's revised emissions reduction strategy will focus on achievable near-term goals while addressing the systemic challenges in agriculture. No further timeline was disclosed at the time of publication.
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JBS axes 2040 net-zero goal, citing ‘immense’ execution challenges
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