GHD sets science-based targets to achieve net zero by 2050

GHD’s sustainability efforts have achieved a big step change with the company’s science-based net-zero targets being validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company is committed to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the value chain by FY2050. 

The SBTi is a global body enabling businesses to set emissions reductions targets in line with the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) climate science.

“Our SBTi-validated targets take us beyond   GHD’s previous goals of achieving carbon neutrality, with closer alignment to efforts to limit global warming to 1.5°C,” says James Viray, GHD’s Enterprise Sustainability Leader. “Reducing the impact of GHD’s operations complements our global efforts to help clients achieve their own carbon reductions. Sustainability is integral to the way we work and to the way we serve our clients.

“To achieve these targets, we will prioritise direct emissions reductions rather than purchasing carbon offsets.”

The new SBTi-validated net zero targets will replace GHD’s carbon neutrality commitment, which closes out this financial year (FY25).

For more details on GHD's SBTi emissions reductions targets, please search for 'GHD' on the SBTi target dashboard.

About GHD

GHD is a leading professional services company operating in the global markets of water, energy and resources, environment, property and buildings, and transportation. Committed to a vision to make water, energy, and communities sustainable for generations to come, GHD delivers advisory, digital, engineering, architecture, environmental and construction solutions to public and private sector clients. Established in 1928 and privately owned by its people, GHD’s network of 12,000+ professionals is connected across 160 offices located on five continents.