Vital’s near-term science-based targets validated by the SBTi, reinforcing our commitment to a sustainable future
We are proud to announce that Vital Human Resources Ltd has reached a major sustainability milestone. Our near-term targets have officially been validated by the Science Based Target initiative (SBTi).
This validation reflects our deep commitment to meaningful climate action and aligns us with global efforts to keep temperature rise below the critical 1.5°C threshold. According to the latest IPCC report - described by the UN as “code red for humanity” - staying within this limit is still possible, but it demands urgent and substantial reductions in emissions.
With this validation, Vital joins a growing number of over 8000 organisations committed to science-based emissions reductions that support global climate targets.
What this means for Vital
SBTi Services has classified Vital’s scope 1 and 2 target ambition in conformance with the SBTi Standards and Guidance. This means, we’ve committed to set near-term company-wide emission reductions in line with climate science with the SBTi.
To gain SBTi approval, Vital conducted a comprehensive carbon inventory over the past year, evaluating emissions across all scopes and subcategories in line with the Greenhouse Gas Protocol. This allowed us to establish a clear and accurate emissions baseline. From there, we identified our highest-emitting areas and explored actionable strategies to reduce them. Using these insights, and with support from the SBTi target-setting tool, we were able to set science-based targets aligned with climate goals. This structured, data-driven approach led to the validation of our near-term targets by the SBTi.
Reduce absolute Scope 1 emissions by 58.8% by 2034 from a 2023 baseline
Increase sourcing of renewable electricity to 100% by 2030
Reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions by 35% by 2034 from a 2023 base year
Josh Stodel, PISEP REnvP, Sustainability Manager at Vital, said:
"At Vital, sustainability means acting today without compromising tomorrow. We go beyond compliance, with environmental care at the core of our zero-harm goal. The validation of our near-term science-based targets by the SBTi is a significant milestone and marks a key step in our commitment to real climate action."
About the SBTi
The SBTi is a corporate climate action organisation that enables companies and financial institutions worldwide to play their part in combating the climate crisis. In 2021, the SBTi launched the first ever science-based Net-Zero Standard to address the inconsistencies in net-zero targets, and allow companies to decarbonise at the pace and scale required to align with the goals of the Paris Agreement and maintain the 1.5°C target.
The SBTi establishes and promotes best practices for setting science-based emissions targets, and independently verifies companies' goals. This empowers organisations like Vital to align our emissions reduction targets with the latest climate science.
Through its comprehensive framework, the SBTi supports committed companies in setting clear, credible, and transparent net-zero targets that are aligned with the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C.
The SBTi operates as a registered charity, with a dedicated subsidiary responsible for delivering target validation services. Its founding partners include CDP, the United Nations Global Compact, the World Resources Institute (WRI), and the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF).
This achievement reinforces our ongoing efforts to operate responsibly, reduce our environmental impact, and contribute to a more sustainable and resilient future for everyone.
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