Science-based Targets
Science based emission reduction targets
Optima’s UK operations have committed to reducing Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, against a 2022 base year, while continuing to measure and reduce Scope 3 emissions.
Adopted through the SBTi’s streamlined route for SMEs, this near-term target has been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative and supports our longer-term ambition to reach net zero by 2050.
Scope 1 & 2
All direct emissions from the activities of an organisation or under their control. e.g. mains gas.
Progress
Achieved a 35% reduction in Scope 1 emissions (market-based), well on track toward our 42% reduction target.
Scope 3
All other indirect emissions from assets not controlled by the organisation. e.g. delivery of purchased materials
Reduction
Reduced our total measured Scope 3 emissions by 43%. This is principally as a result of adopting aluminium with a minimum of 75% post-consumer recycled content.
Keeping our pathway measurable
Credible carbon reduction depends on consistent and accurate data. We measure and report our emissions in line with the Greenhouse Gas Protocol and ISO 14064-1, publishing annual updates against our 2022 baseline.
As our reporting develops, we are moving from spend-based estimates towards more precise activity-based data. We also plan to seek third-party verification of our greenhouse gas inventory management system, strengthening the transparency and accountability behind our net-zero pathway.
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