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Built upon several years of rigorous analysis, programmatic development, and stakeholder outreach and feedback, the Carbon Neutral Buildings Roadmap is the first report in a new series, The Future of Buildings, from NYSERDA (New York State Energy Research and Development Authority). This Roadmap lays out a guiding framework and general solution set for the critical work that must be undertaken to modernize New York State’s building stock while reducing their use of fossil fuels.

Elisa is among the companies in Finland to have its Science Based Targets initiative 2030 targets approved as well as its target of zero emissions (including supply chain emissions) by 2040.

OQ Chemicals, a global chemical company, reduced its carbon dioxide emissions by 10% at its Bay City, Texas, production site in 2022 compared to the previous year's averages.

Alaska Pacific University (APU) announced a partnership to design and upgrade existing infrastructure at the institution’s Thomas Training Center on Eagle Glacier to improve its energy efficiency.

MAXIMA Group, a group of retail chains and e-shops located in the Baltic States, Poland, and Bulgaria, makes a commitment to reduce its environmental impact by 2030 and join the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

Louis Dreyfus Company, a leading merchant and food processor, announced a 33.6% reduction target for its Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2030, compared to 2022 as its baseline year.

Tarkett, a sustainable flooring and sports surface solutions company, reported its Scope 3 emissions decreased by 13% versus 2019 due to the progress of its product mix, including decarbonizing them.

GEON® Performance Solutions — which formulates, develops and manufactures performance polymer solutions — reports they increased energy efficiency across the company’s operations.

Capstone Copper Corp. announced a new sustainable development strategy and the adoption of GHG emissions reduction targets to support the company’s commitment to responsible copper production.

Orthex, a Finland houseware company, announced its near-term science-based emissions reduction target was approved by SBTi.