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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Why It Matters

Why GHG Reporting Matters

The science based targets initiative (SBTi) is a globally recognized climate framework that enables companies to set greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction targets aligned with climate science and the goals of the Paris Agreement. SBTi requires companies to:
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% of total footprint)
Report progress annually
Revalidate under updated standards
SBTi transforms climate ambition into measurable, science-aligned action — but compliance requires rigorous data governance and continuous reporting infrastructure.
Quick Answers

Quick Answers About SBTi

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.
Challenges

Why SBTi Compliance Is Increasingly Complex

As the science based targets initiative evolves, reporting requirements are becoming more rigorous. Sustainability teams face growing pressure to deliver:
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 Approach

The Clearyst 4-Step SBTi Methodology

Clearyst turns complex science based targets initiative requirements into a structured, repeatable operating model.

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 Clearyst°

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).

01 Scope 3 Expertise

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

02 Audit-Ready Documentation

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

03 Regulatory Alignment

Integrated support for ESG frameworks that overlap with SBTi disclosures.

04 Scalable Across Business Units

Enterprise-ready platform built for complex global operations.

05 Strategy + Technology in One Partner

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

06 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 About SBTi

1. 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.
2. How many companies are committed to SBTi?
More than 7,000 companies worldwide have committed to setting or validating targets under SBTi.
3. Does SBTi require Scope 3 emissions?
Yes. If Scope 3 emissions are material (typically ≥40% of total emissions), companies must set reduction targets covering Scope 3.
4. What is CNZS V2.0?
CNZS V2.0 is the updated Corporate Net-Zero Standard that strengthens reporting, validation, and transition planning requirements.
5. 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.

Clearyst helps you evaluate readiness, close data gaps, and transition smoothly to CNZS V2.0 requirements.
6. 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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