For Businesses, Decarbonization Unlocks Value Beyond Investment Dollars
The task of reducing emissions across the business and reporting on progress can be a momentous and costly undertaking.
Pressure on organizations to set a net zero target is reaching a boiling point.
Like any major company initiative, decarbonization requires not only operational and financial planning, but consistent reporting to enable progress - which can be a challenge given the evolving nature of greenhouse gas measurement standards.
Despite these challenges, there are many considerations that can help you weigh the long-term value of decarbonization, such as:
- The cost of inaction with upstream clients and other stakeholders
- Tax incentives that can help spur action
- The impacts on debt and capital
- The value that rigorous and accurate reporting brings
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Discover the potential advantages that decarbonization can bring to your business.
Because greenhouse gas stands continue to evolve, companies are still working to implement processes that are repeatable and can stand up to assurance.
Maura Hodge
ESG Audit Leader, KPMG US
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