Net Zero Background

Net Zero

Science-aligned, long-term transformation strategy for deep decarbonization

What Is Net Zero?

Net zero refers to the state where an organization reduces greenhouse gas emissions to the lowest feasible level across its value chain and neutralizes only residual emissions using verified carbon removals.

Unlike carbon neutrality, net zero requires a science-aligned, long-term transformation strategy covering Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions, and prioritizes deep decarbonization over offsetting.

Net zero transformation

Core Components of a Net Zero Strategy

GHG Inventory & Baseline

Comprehensive measurement of emissions across operations, assets, suppliers, and downstream activities.

Science-Based Targets

Emission reduction targets aligned with climate science and sector-specific decarbonization pathways.

Decarbonization Roadmap

A prioritized action plan covering energy efficiency, process optimization, renewable energy adoption, low-carbon materials, and logistics transformation.

Residual Emissions Management

Use of high-quality carbon removals and limited offsets for emissions that are technically or economically infeasible to eliminate in the near term.

Monitoring, Reporting & Assurance

Ongoing tracking, disclosure, and third-party assurance to maintain credibility, regulatory readiness, and stakeholder confidence.

Renewable energy infrastructure

Importance of Net Zero

Demonstrates long-term and science-based climate leadership

Aligns businesses with global climate goals and evolving ESG expectations

Enhances investor confidence and access to sustainable finance

Strengthens organizational resilience against climate, regulatory, and transition risks

India's Net Zero Pathway

India has committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2070, with intermediate milestones focusing on:

Renewable Energy Expansion

Rapid expansion of renewable energy capacity

Energy Efficiency

Energy efficiency improvements across industry and buildings

Transport Electrification

Electrification of transport and adoption of alternative fuels

Low-Carbon Technologies

Promotion of low-carbon technologies and domestic carbon markets

India renewable energy

For Indian organizations, net zero strategies must balance growth, development priorities, and climate responsibility, making phased decarbonization pathways especially critical.

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