Wiley, the global leader in research, publishing, and knowledge solutions, has taken a significant step towards combating climate change by setting science-based targets to achieve carbon net-zero status by 2040. The company's commitment to these ambitious goals has been validated by the prestigious Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), underscoring its dedication to addressing the urgent need for climate action.
The SBTi is a global collaboration between leading environmental organizations, including the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), the United Nations Global Compact, the World Resources Institute (WRI), and the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF). This esteemed initiative empowers businesses to set aggressive emissions reduction targets that align with the latest climate science, making it the gold standard for corporate environmental action in setting carbon reduction objectives.
To reach its net-zero goal, Wiley has set specific targets for reducing absolute scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 50% by Fiscal Year (FY) 2030, using FY2020 as the base year. Additionally, the company aims to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services and business travel by 50% within the same timeframe. These ambitious targets align with the latest climate science and reflect Wiley's commitment to supporting the objectives of the Paris Agreement, aiming to limit global warming to below 2°C above pre-industrial levels and striving for efforts to keep warming below 1.5°C.
By embracing the Science Based Targets initiative, Wiley has demonstrated its commitment to transparency, accountability, and sustainability leadership. The company's active involvement in mitigating the adverse impacts of climate change through tangible action makes it an essential part of the collective global effort to combat one of the most pressing challenges of our time.
Wiley's dedication to science, knowledge, and research extends beyond its publishing endeavors, as it takes proactive steps towards creating a sustainable future for generations to come. As the organization continues to make strides towards its net-zero target, it remains at the forefront of driving positive environmental change within the publishing and research industry.
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