Responsible business conduct for climate action: strengthening the contribution of business to climate goals

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Published November 2024 by OECD. Authored by OECD

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The paper explores how OECD principles and standards on Responsible Business Conduct can help businesses take effective climate action in areas such as mitigation, adaptation, and resilience, while supporting a just transition. It explains how the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises and related due diligence guidance provide businesses with a framework to manage climate risks and align with climate policy goals. The paper highlights how businesses can use these standards to set science-based targets, reduce emissions, and strengthen climate resilience. It also addresses the need for alignment between business actions, climate objectives, and broader environmental and social goals.

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Responsible business conduct for climate action: strengthening the contribution of business to climate goals

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Research report

Published November 2024 by OECD. Authored by OECD