Question 1

What is the Pledge to Net Zero?

Accepted Answer

The Pledge to Net Zero is an industry-led initiative focused on reducing the GHG emissions in the environmental sector and seeks to establish the sector as a leader in climate change.

Question 2

What does ‘Net Zero’ mean?

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To be net zero is to quantify emissions and set a plan for reducing emissions in a meaningful manner which is in line with the Paris agreement and includes investing in carbon removal projects to generate offsets. This is slightly different to the commonly used term of carbon neutrality which is more focused on purchasing carbon offsets versus authentically reducing emissions.

Question 3

What are the commitments of the Pledge?

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Please visit our Pledge page for details.

Question 4

Can any organisation become a signatory of the Pledge?

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Yes. While the pledge is primarily aimed at the environmental services sector and UK based organisations, it isn’t exclusive to this sector or the UK.  However, if you are not in the consultancy or service sector then you should align your target with the commitments on SBTi’s website.

Question 5

Is there a fee to become a signatory?

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No, there is no fee involved

Question 6

When did the Pledge to Net Zero start?

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The Pledge officially launched in November 2019.

Question 7

If I have a question, who should I contact?

Accepted Answer

Please email pledgetonetzero@wsp.com for any general enquiries.

Question 8

As a signatory to Pledge to Net Zero, can I join the UNFCCC's Race To Zero campaign?

Accepted Answer

Yes - though please note that to do so you must meet some additional requirements, as set out on our Pledge page. If you are a signatory to the Pledge to Net Zero and feel you meet these requirements, please contact us so we can verify this and confirm whether you are eligible to join the Race to Zero.

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