You have received your GHG report and are ready to present it internally. To help you in that presentation, we have created slides that you can choose according to the time you have. The more stars are on a slide, the more important the slide is.

Make this introduction short and impactful. Your auditorium needs to know why the company has decided to do its carbon assessment. Key questions may be :

As a company, addressing climate change is not just a matter of corporate responsibility, but a critical factor in ensuring long-term business resilience and sustainability. Climate change scenarios project a range of temperature increases, each with significant consequences for the global economy and the environment.

Climate Change Scenarios

The Paris Agreement aims to limit global warming to well below 2°C (WB2) above pre-industrial levels, with efforts to cap the rise at 1.5°C. Achieving these targets would significantly reduce the worst effects of climate change. However, current trajectories suggest that without significant action, global temperatures could increase by 3°C or more, leading to severe and potentially irreversible impacts.

At 1.5°C, the world will still experience more frequent extreme weather events, rising sea levels, and shifts in ecosystems, but these risks remain somewhat manageable. Beyond 2°C, the likelihood of catastrophic climate events, such as widespread droughts, floods, and economic instability, increases drastically, which could have severe consequences for businesses and society as a whole.

Physical risks refer to the direct impacts of climate change on a company’s operations, assets, and supply chains. These can include:

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Transition risks arise from the shift to a low-carbon economy. As governments and industries transition to more sustainable practices, businesses face risks such as:

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Several regulatory frameworks are designed to help companies reduce their carbon footprint and work towards achieving net zero emissions by 2050.

Recently in the European Union, there was a lot of talk about the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) extending reporting requirements for large companies and listed SMEs. This directive requires detailed disclosures on carbon footprints, climate-related risks, and opportunities, thereby aligning corporate practices with the EU's climate targets. By expanding and enhancing sustainability reporting, the CSRD supports the broader goal of achieving net zero emissions by 2050.

These regulations are integral to driving corporate accountability and ensuring that companies actively work towards reducing their carbon footprints. Compliance with these mandates not only aligns companies with global climate goals but also helps them manage risks and seize opportunities in the transition to a net-zero economy.

The Climate Equation is a virtuous circle that helps companies manage their environmental impact through four interlinked steps: measure, reduce, remove, and report.

First, we measure: We start by assessing our carbon footprint to understand our current emissions. This gives us a clear baseline.

Then, we reduce: Using the insights from our measurements, we work on cutting out emissions. This involves improving energy efficiency, adopting cleaner technologies, and making more sustainable choices.

Next, we remove: For the emissions that can’t be fully eliminated, we invest in carbon removal strategies, such as supporting projects that capture and store carbon, like reforestation.

Finally, we report: we regularly share our progress and results. Reporting keeps us transparent and accountable, showing our commitment to reducing our environmental impact.

This cycle of measuring, reducing, removing, and reporting creates a continuous improvement loop, helping the move towards a more sustainable and responsible future.

Only if your listeners are not sure to know the different scopes.

The three scopes of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, defined by the Greenhouse Gas Protocol, categorize emissions based on their sources:

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When conducting a carbon footprint assessment, two primary methodologies are used to quantify emissions: Monetary Analysis and Activity-Based Analysis. Each approach has its strengths and is suited for different contexts.

In practice, companies often use a combination of both methods to balance accuracy and practicality, applying activity-based analysis where possible and monetary analysis for broader categories like service purchase.

Highlight your percentage of activity data achieved during the year, and congratulate the team for the data collection.

Remind shortly the perimeter and the year of the assessment. Explain what data you used for the activity-based analysis.

Present your overall carbon footprint and break it down by category. Make sure your auditory understands the most significant sources of emissions and their impact.

This slide offers a summary of your progress and outlines the forthcoming steps in your climate strategy.

To date, we have successfully launched the project and completed the initial phase of data collection. This has provided us with valuable insights into our current emissions profile.

Moving forward, the next steps will involve developing a comprehensive climate strategy based on the data that we have gathered. This strategy will focus on addressing the most significant areas of emissions and setting clear targets for reduction. We will also establish a process for ongoing follow-up to ensure that we are making steady progress and adjusting our approach as needed.

Let's take a closer look to understand the factors underlying our emissions.

Understanding emissions by activity is essential for identifying the key sources within the company. From the data, we see that Service Purchases account for the largest share, representing 35% of total emissions. This is followed by Digital at 30%, Product Purchases at 20%, and Travel at 10%.

To put this into perspective, our total emissions of 975 tons of CO2e is equivalent to 541 round trips between Paris and New York or the annual emissions of 103 French residents.

Going forward, we will concentrate on these four main activities to pinpoint the exact sources of emissions and begin exploring potential reduction strategies.

For each slide focused on a specific activity, start by reminding your audience of how much that activity contributes to your total emissions. Break down the emissions by their main categories, providing details on key sources. To add depth and relevance, incorporate business insights—such as mentioning specific suppliers or key decisions made during the year that may have influenced the emissions. For example, if the company launched a major advertising campaign, highlight how that impacted the carbon footprint.

Once your audience has a clear understanding of the emission sources, introduce relevant reduction actions for that activity. These actions will provide a roadmap for mitigating the impact and can be discussed in greater detail during the next part of the meeting. This approach ensures a smooth transition from understanding the problem to actively addressing it.

Present this slide if it applies to your company: If you have operational control over your buildings, you have the ability to actively reduce emissions from electricity and heating, which likely make up a significant portion of your overall emissions. This is especially important if you manage multiple buildings with varying levels of energy efficiency. By addressing these discrepancies, you can implement targeted actions—such as improving insulation, upgrading to energy-efficient systems, or adopting renewable energy sources—to significantly lower your carbon footprint.

Present this slide if it is relevant to your company: If you want to highlight employee engagement in the carbon reporting process, particularly a high participation rate (or the opposite highlight a lack of interest), this is important as employee activities may represent a significant portion of your emissions. Recognizing strong involvement reinforces the collective effort towards sustainability, while addressing lower engagement can identify areas for improvement in reducing emissions tied to employee actions.

Introduce your climate ambition and outline the proposed reduction actions. Engage your audience by encouraging them to share their thoughts and perspectives, ensuring that everyone is included in the conversation. This will foster collaboration and help identify potential opportunities or challenges, making the climate strategy more effective and well-rounded.

Now that you have presented the emissions data, it’s time to introduce reduction actions. To align with global climate goals, it’s crucial to remember that emissions need to decrease by 3 to 7% annually. The exact reduction target depends on your sector and ambition, whether you’re aiming for well below 2°C or the 1.5°C threshold. For more guidance, check out our article "How to Define Your Climate Goals?"

To achieve these targets, it’s essential to communicate results effectively, engage your team, and raise awareness. A successful climate strategy depends on collaboration across multiple stakeholders, and you’ll need everyone on board to ensure its success.

For each action, Greenly recommends being both ambitious and realistic: if an action is feasible, aim to implement it fully. Actions should be designed to have a meaningful impact on your emissions in both the short and long term, ensuring lasting progress toward your climate goals.

Based on your remaining time, aim to present at least three key reduction actions. Focus on actions that will have the most significant impact on your carbon footprint, offer quick wins, or address areas that raised the most questions during the emissions presentation. For each action, briefly explain what it entails, which emissions it targets, and invite discussion with key questions:

By framing each action with context and encouraging feedback, you’ll create a more engaging and productive conversation around your reduction strategy.

As we near the end of the presentation, it's important to recap the key points. Remember the scale of your company's emissions and that the majority fall under Scope 3, making it crucial to address these emissions by actively engaging both your service providers and employees.

For the next steps:

Finally, thank your audience for their attention. Please refer to the "What's Next" slides for any questions or clarifications about the upcoming steps.