Net Zero
The state where an organisation's greenhouse gas emissions are balanced by equivalent removals from the atmosphere — achieved through deep emissions reduction plus remaining offset or capture.
Net zero means that an organisation’s total greenhouse gas emissions into the atmosphere are balanced by an equivalent amount of greenhouse gas removal — resulting in no net addition to atmospheric GHG concentrations. The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) Corporate Net-Zero Standard requires companies to reduce absolute emissions by at least 90% before relying on removals for the residual.
Net zero vs carbon neutral
Net zero and carbon neutral are not the same. Carbon neutral typically refers to offsetting current emissions through carbon credits without requiring deep reduction. Net zero requires genuine, deep emissions reduction — with offsets used only for hard-to-abate residual emissions after the reduction has been maximised.
Net zero timelines
India has committed to net zero by 2070 at the national level. SEBI’s BRSR framework and emerging SBTi India guidance are pushing Indian listed companies toward setting corporate net-zero targets. For manufacturers, the credible path starts with measuring Scope 1 + 2 accurately, then setting science-based reduction targets.
Why accurate measurement comes first
A net-zero target set without a verified emissions baseline is not credible to investors, buyers, or regulators. Establishing your Scope 1 + 2 baseline with audit-ready methodology is the foundation for any net-zero commitment.