Sustainable Square Commits to Reducing 90% of Scope 2 and 3 Emissions by 2030

Sustainable Square has announced an ambitious commitment to reduce 90% of its Scope 2 and 3 emissions by 2030, using 2023 as its base year. The organisation has set an interim target to achieve a 60% reduction in total emissions by 2026. This target reflects Sustainable Square’s dedication to accountability and climate action, and the ongoing refinement of its strategy to meet its overarching goal of reaching net zero emissions by 2030. 

In 2023, Sustainable Square began formalising its net zero targets by making significant commitments at both global and national levels. The company became a member of the UN Race to Zero campaign by joining the SME Climate Hub, a global initiative that empowers small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to take climate action and build more resilient businesses. This year, Sustainable Square strengthened its commitment by joining The Climate Pledge, an initiative co-founded by Amazon and Global Optimism, which encourages SMEs to achieve net zero by 2040. Despite having relatively low emissions as an SME, Sustainable Square joined the pledge to further solidify its commitment to sustainability. 

At the national level, Sustainable Square demonstrated its alignment with the UAE’s climate goals by signing the UAE Climate-Responsible Companies Pledge in 2023, contributing to the nation’s Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). This move underscores the company’s role in supporting the UAE’s ambition to achieve net zero emissions by 2050. 

Sustainable Square’s Net Zero Strategy is aligned with Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) methodology and provides a solid foundation for measuring and reporting on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. In 2023, the company expanded its emissions reporting scope by establishing a comprehensive GHG inventory based on the GHG Protocol’s operational control approach. A detailed Scope 3 screening was conducted, identifying emission hotspots, which will guide the company’s emissions reduction efforts.  

The roadmap to achieving net zero emissions will focus on key areas including: 

• Procurement & Waste Management 

• Business Travel & Employee Commuting 

• Sustainable Operations 

• Carbon Offsetting 

• Thought Leadership 

CEO of Sustainable Square, Monaem Ben Lellahom, said: “Our commitment to achieving net zero emissions marks a pivotal moment for our organisation. It is a bold step towards a sustainable future that will require continuous innovation, collaboration, and adaptation. As we embark on this path, transparency and accountability will be key. Our first net zero progress report in 2025 will not only reflect the impact of our initiatives but also serve as a tool for learning and improvement. By sharing our progress openly, we hope to inspire others and contribute to a collective effort for a healthier planet.” 

As part of the launch of its strategy, and in celebration of 12 years in business, Sustainable Square is committed to training 12 SMEs in 2024 on developing net zero strategies, empowering them in their own net zero journeys.