Organizations around the world are making bold commitments to climate mitigation in response to growing pressure from investors, analysts, society, and clients. However, it is not enough to simply commit to net-zero carbon; it requires a fundamental shift in the way organizations operate. An actionable, transparent, and credible carbon reduction roadmap must follow. Yet fewer than 1% of over 18,600 companies reporting to CDP adequately addressed questions about credible transition plans, despite widespread net-zero targets.
Our sustainability advisory experts from the US, UK, Netherlands, and India have developed Net Zero Catalyst, a decarbonization model that can translate our customers’ climate goals into high-quality, actionable climate action roadmaps to make their climate commitments a reality.
The software uses cost-benefit analysis and interactive data visualization to display decarbonization roadmaps at multiple scales. First, users enter details about their organization, including baseline greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and their GHG reduction targets. Then, they enter the cost, savings, and potential carbon reduction of the measures they have evaluated, or work with Arcadis experts to identify and assess measures. Each measure is scored based on qualitative impact metrics with custom weightings such as biodiversity, health and safety, and technical feasibility. Carbon and financial metrics are calculated, including marginal abatement cost, along with a qualitative impact score. These metrics are visualized in an interactive dashboard that can prioritize decarbonization measures and build a roadmap for net zero.
We developed the Net Zero Catalyst tool through significant client consultation, informed by our legacy of working with sustainably minded organizations. Our collaboration with HB Reavis informed the platform. Aiming to reach net zero by 2050, the company sought an actionable decarbonization plan. We designed a full net-zero program—spanning strategy, implementation, baseline emissions, and reporting—to embed climate action throughout its operations.
Through Net Zero Catalyst, our clients can access a complete software offering that facilitates net-zero planning needs and accelerates their journey to net zero. Together, we can identify, evaluate, and prioritize actionable decarbonization measures, with results showing GHG emissions reductions of 60-90%. The tool also supports the development of strategies for our clients to source 100% renewable electricity. The resulting net-zero roadmap can satisfy voluntary and regulatory climate disclosure expectations and requirements, paving the way for a more sustainable future.
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