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carbon balance synthesis
Carbon footprint obligations are strengthening Reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions: Identify sources of emissions and prioritize reduction actions. Improve energy efficiency and reduce costs. Comply with environmental regulations and anticipate future requirements. Improved corporate image and reputation: Demonstrate commitment to social and environmental responsibility. Strengthen the trust of customers, partners and investors. Attract and retain committed talent. Motivation and involvement of employees: Raise team awareness of climate change issues. Foster collaboration and innovation to find sustainable solutions. Strengthen cohesion and pride of belonging to the company. Economic benefits: Access to grants and financial aid. Optimize resource management and reduce waste. Develop new eco-responsible products and services. Better understanding of the environmental footprint: Identifying action levers for better environmental performance.
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Swiss and European regulatory obligations in terms of carbon footprint by 2050:
Swiss:
- Since 2017: Companies with more than 250 employees and an annual balance sheet greater than 40 million Swiss francs must prepare a report on greenhouse gas emissions.
- 2030 objective: Reduction of CO2 emissions by 50% compared to 1990.
- Objective 2050: Climate neutrality.
- Current proposals: Extension of the reporting obligation to other companies, introduction of a CO2 tax on fossil fuels.
European Union:
- Directive 2003/87/EC: Establishment of an emissions trading system (ETS) for industrial and energy installations.
- Regulation (EU) 2018/1999: Strengthening the ETS and extending its scope to aviation.
- European Green Deal: Objective of climate neutrality by 2050.
- “Fit for 55” proposal: Revision of the ETS and introduction of a new carbon offsetting system for sectors not covered by the ETS.
- Carbon footprint obligations are strengthening in Switzerland and Europe.
- By 2050, companies will have to significantly reduce their CO2 emissions to achieve climate neutrality.
- Companies must prepare for these changes and implement strategies to reduce CO2 emissions.