European business supplies distributor OptiGroup has had its climate targets officially validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), reinforcing its commitment to achieving net-zero emissions across its value chain. The Gothenburg-based group, which serves more than 100,000 B2B customers across facility management, healthcare, manufacturing and other sectors, outlined both near- and long-term sustainability goals as part of its approved roadmap.

OptiGroup plans to cut its direct and energy-related greenhouse gas emissions (scopes 1 and 2) by 54.6 per cent by 2033, using 2023 as its baseline. The company will also ensure that 81 per cent of its suppliers, measured by emissions impact, set their own science-based targets by 2030. Looking further ahead, OptiGroup has pledged to reduce its absolute scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions by 90 per cent by 2050.

SBTi’s approval confirms that OptiGroup’s approach aligns with the Paris Agreement goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Head of sustainability Sana Saleem said the recognition provides a “clear roadmap” for measurable, organisation-wide results, adding that the firm has already taken significant steps to cut its climate impact.

Operating across Europe with more than 2,300 employees and annual net sales of around €1.4B, OptiGroup continues to strengthen its position through targeted acquisitions and collaborative sustainability initiatives.

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