Corporate Social Responsibility

Science Based Targets

Responsible climate action –
preparing for net zero emission 2050

Dechra has committed to set science-based emissions reduction targets across the entire value chain that are consistent with keeping global warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels. Dechra has also committed to a long term target to reach net zero emissions by no later than 2050.

The Board is responding to an urgent call-to-action for companies to set emissions reduction targets in line with a 1.5°C future, backed by a global network of UN agencies, business and industry leaders.

Dechra will set verifiable science-based targets by June 2022 through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which independently assesses corporate emissions reduction targets in line with what climate scientists say is needed to meet the goals of the Paris Agreement.

Real progress requires real transparency, we will continue the effort to understand and disclose the risks posed to our business by climate change as well as the opportunities presented by transforming to a low carbon economy. We will also engage with our stakeholders, working with them to minimise our combined climate footprint.

During this important period of change, resources and effort will be invested in order to advocate and embed sustainability within the group at all levels. These are ambitious but achievable commitments and we believe It is an opportunity for every member of our business to contribute in the quest to reach net zero emissions by 2050.