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On 31 October – 12 November 2021 the UK will host the 26th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26) in Glasgow. The conference will be hosted by Alok Sharma, President-Designate, COP26.
The COP26 summit will bring parties together to accelerate action towards the goals of the Paris Agreement and the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change.
The UK is committed to working with all countries and joining forces with civil society, companies and people on the frontline of climate change to inspire climate action ahead of COP26.
What are the four COP26 goals?
1
Secure global net zero by midcentury and keep 1.5 degrees within reach
Countries are being asked to come forward with ambitious 2030 emissions reductions targets (NDCs) that align with reaching net zero by the middle of the century. To deliver on these stretching targets, countries will need to accelerate the phaseout of coal, encourage investment in renewables, curtail deforestation and speed up the switch to electric vehicles.
2
Adapt to protect communities and natural habitats
The climate is already changing and it will continue to change even as we reduce emissions, with devastating effects. At COP26 we need to work together to enable and encourage countries affected by climate change to protect and restore ecosystems, build defences, put warning systems in place and make infrastructure and agriculture more resilient to avoid loss of homes, livelihoods and lives.
3
Mobilise finance
To realise our first two goals, developed countries must deliver on their promise to raise at least $100bn in climate finance per year. International financial institutions must play their part and we need to work towards unleashing the trillions in private and public sector finance required to secure global net zero.
4
Work together to deliver
We can only rise to the challenges of climate change by working together. At COP26 we must finalise the Paris Rulebook (the rules needed to implement the Paris Agreement). And, we have to turn our ambitions into action by accelerating collaboration between governments, businesses and civil society to deliver on our climate goals faster.
Involvement NBCC
The Netherlands British Chamber of Commerce (NBCC) participates in the COP26 Global campaign of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) called “Chambers United for a Greener Future”. Together with the 126 other Chambers, the NBCC will make sure our members voices are heard. The NBCC will be present in Glasgow, along with other UK-based and international chambers, to make sure its members are involved and represented at this crucial summit.
Sigrid Verweij
Communications and Sustainability
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners Netherlands
Our path to Net Zero
The world is at a critical point and we must all play our part to cut Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions. That’s why as Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) in December 2020 we launched the clear ambition to reach Net Zero by 2040, and to reduce our absolute GHG emissions across our value chain by 30% by 2030 (vs 2019). CCEP’s 2030 GHG reduction commitment has been approved by the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
Jeroen Ouwehand
Global Senior Partner & Chair ESG Board
Clifford Chance
Climate Action is key
Climate Action is a key imperative for businesses globally, with the pervasive nature of climate concerns touching more areas of the work we do and escalating the importance of enhanced reporting and transparency when it comes to our carbon footprint
Annick Boyen
VP Communications Global Markets and External Affairs EU
Unilever
Net zero by 2039
Our targets include having zero emissions from our operations by 2030, and net zero emissions from our products by 2039. Earlier this year, we put our Climate Transition Action Plan, the roadmap to how we will achieve these targets, to an advisory shareholder vote. Of those who voted, 99% were in favour of our plan – demonstrating the level of support from shareholders and investors for our climate agenda.
Marcel Venema
Managing Director
V-Web Internet Solutions
Sustainable hosting & development
Although we might not see it, the internet has a significant environmental impact. A carbon footprint we need to take into consideration as the internet becomes rapidly more accessible, faster and cheaper. By using carefully selected data centers for our services and investing in sustainable energy our goal is to reduce our web development footprint by 50% by 2025.
Hugo Verkuil
CEO
The Vegetarian Butcher
#SacrificeNothing
As an impact-driven business, sustainability is at our core. We are part of a movement to change the industry for the better – for the planet, the animals, and our health. Our take on impact and sustainability is reflected in our philosophy: ‘Sacrifice Nothing’. Because to us, this isn’t about ticking boxes. It’s about unleashing a revolution, without having to sacrifice a thing. Looking ahead to the next decade we are passionate to fulfill our mission, tantalizing taste buds worldwide and...
Maxim Gelmann
Chief Stroodle and Founder
Stroodles
One Stroodle at a time
With Stroodles we show how fun and easy sustainability can be with eco tableware that inspires. Alongside our famous pasta drinking straws, our range features such simple single use plastic alternatives, as edible biscuit spoons, edible wafer cups, edible wheat plates and bowls and edible coffee stirrers. By stroodling one doesn’t have to change behaviours or compromise their eating or drinking experience! In this way, we make a splash against ocean polluting plastics
Wineke Haagsma
Director of Corporate Sustainability
PwC
Internal Carbon Price
Proud that as PwC The Netherlands we implemented an internal carbon price of 100 euros per CO2 ton. We need ambitions, but concrete actions to achieve these. Looking forward to collaborating on actions during COP26
Petra Hissink
Global Director Sustainable Development
Heineken
Net Zero roadmap
HEINEKEN aims to reach net zero emissions in our own production by 2030 and our full value chain, from barley to bar by 2040. This commitment is part of our refreshed sustainability & responsibility ambition - Brew a Better World 2030, which forms an important part of HEINEKEN’s new EverGreen balanced growth strategy. Our Net Zero roadmap thrives to limit global warming to 1.5 °C, in line with the Paris Agreement and approved by the #sciencebasedtargets initiative.
Roel Pronk
Co-Founder
Novasole
Accelerate global 'green' energy
At novasole we make it our mission to accelerate the global ‘green’ energy transition. We do this by enabling our B2B customer to unlock the immense potential of solar power systems to their customers. With our Scan App for example, users can generate an instant quote by inputting their address. Our solutions are easy; they’re accessible, low-cost and highly accurate.
Marcel Magermans
CEO and Founder
MMID
Clean hands, clean conscience
Wash your hands without wasting water, without leaving a huge carbon footprint and without single-use plastic packaging. But with maximum hygiene and convenience. The best of both worlds - and best for our planet. Together, we can transform how the world washes its hands: conveniently, hygienically and without damaging the environment.
Theye Veen
Co-founder, and MD
SkyNRG
sustainable aviation fuel (SAF)
Our goal is to make sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) the new global standard. As an industry leader, SkyNRG scales up SAF demand and supply globally. We sell SAF, a more sustainable alternative to fossil jet fuel, to corporate customers while involving all stakeholders: airports, airlines, and business travelers. Sustainability is at our core: Sustainable practices throughout the supply chain drive us. To make the right decisions regarding sustainability, an independent sustainability board...
Alex Bishop
Netherlands Country President
AstraZeneca
For Healthy People in a Healthy Planet
Our Ambition Zero Carbon strategy is to take climate action now for healthy people and a healthy planet. We will do this by becoming zero carbon in our operations (sites and fleet) by 2025 and carbon negative across our entire value chain by 2030. The $1 billion programme includes the launch of next-generation respiratory inhalers, transitioning to 100% electric vehicles and 100% renewable energy for heat and electricity, and a wide range of efficiency and clean energy initiatives to reduce...
Ben Greensmith
UK and Ireland Country Manager
Tony's Chocolonely
A World Free of Slavery and Child Labour
At Tony’s our mission is to make all chocolate worldwide free of slavery and child labour. We do this by showing the way with delicious tasting chocolate and our 5 sourcing principles that enable farmers to earn a living income and get out of poverty. Sadly we’re still the exception and so 2.5 years ago we started selling in the UK to raise awareness and inspire change. This year has been another exceptional year for Tony’s Chocolonely in the UK and not only are we now the fastest growing UK...
NBCC member in the spotlight
Is your business reducing your carbon emission? Involved in green finance? A leader in the net zero race? In the run up to COP26, we will showcase the best practices of our NBCC members.
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