Klimaattransparantie

Klimaattransparantie refers to the principle of openly and accurately disclosing information related to climate change impacts, risks, and mitigation efforts. This includes making data about greenhouse gas emissions, climate adaptation strategies, and the financial implications of climate change readily accessible to the public, investors, policymakers, and other stakeholders. The goal is to foster a better understanding of climate-related challenges and to enable informed decision-making.

The concept extends to various sectors. For businesses, it involves disclosing their carbon footprint, climate-related risks to their operations and supply chains, and their plans to reduce emissions. For governments, it means being transparent about national emissions targets, progress towards those targets, and adaptation measures being implemented to cope with climate change impacts. Financial institutions are also increasingly expected to disclose how their investments align with climate goals and what climate-related risks they hold.

Key drivers for climate transparency include growing public concern about climate change, the need for accountability in meeting international climate agreements like the Paris Agreement, and the recognition that transparency can unlock private sector investment in climate solutions. Initiatives like the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) have been instrumental in standardizing corporate climate reporting. Ultimately, climate transparency aims to build trust, drive action, and accelerate the transition to a sustainable, low-carbon economy.