Our Climate Pledge: Leading with Purpose, Impact & Integrity
A bold commitment to transforming business into a force for planetary healing and human flourishing
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Why We Act: The Urgency of Our Time
Climate Crisis Reality
Global temperatures have risen 1.1°C above pre-industrial levels. Without immediate, radical action, we're hurtling toward a catastrophic 2.7°C increase by 2100, according to the latest UN Global Compact assessments. This isn't just about melting ice caps—it's about the complete disruption of human civilization as we know it.
Social Justice Emergency
Climate change isn't a distant threat—it's deepening inequality right now. The most vulnerable communities bear the heaviest burden while having contributed least to the problem. Human rights violations, forced migration, and modern slavery are accelerating as resources become scarcer and systems break down.
Our Moral Imperative
We refuse to be passive observers in this defining moment of human history. Bold, accountable leadership aligned with the UN's 17 Sustainable Development Goals isn't just good business—it's a moral imperative. The time for incremental change is over; transformational action is the only path forward.
The science is unequivocal, the impacts are accelerating, and the window for action is rapidly closing. But here's what gives me hope: when businesses embrace radical responsibility, we become unstoppable forces for positive change. This isn't about charity or corporate social responsibility as an afterthought—this is about fundamentally reimagining how we operate, measure success, and create value for all stakeholders.
The Vision: A Regenerative Future for People & Planet
Inspired by the ambitious 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, we're committing to a world where prosperity, peace, and planetary health aren't competing interests—they're synergistic forces that amplify each other. This isn't utopian thinking; it's strategic business planning for a world that works for everyone.
Our pledge directly aligns with critical SDGs including Climate Action (Goal 13), Decent Work & Economic Growth (Goal 8), Reduced Inequalities (Goal 10), and Partnerships for the Goals (Goal 17). But we're not just checking boxes—we're embedding these principles into every decision, every partnership, and every metric that matters.
The UN Global Compact's Ten Principles serve as our ethical compass, guiding us through complex decisions and ensuring we never lose sight of our core mission: creating shared value that benefits business, society, and the environment simultaneously.
The 17 SDGs provide our roadmap for impact
Planet
Regenerative practices that heal ecosystems
People
Human dignity and rights at the center
Prosperity
Sustainable growth that benefits all
Peace
Justice and strong institutions
Chapter 1
Embedding Global Standards Into Our DNA
Building accountability and transparency into every aspect of our operations
Accountability Meets Ambition
In the world of climate action, ambition without accountability is just marketing. That's why we're not just making promises—we're building rigorous, independently verified systems that ensure we deliver on every commitment. This level of transparency isn't comfortable, but it's necessary.
01
CSRD & SEC Integration
We integrate the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and SEC climate disclosure requirements for transparent, rigorous reporting that meets the highest international standards. No greenwashing, no cherry-picking data—just honest, comprehensive disclosure.
02
GRI Standards Compliance
Our sustainability disclosures follow Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) standards to ensure clarity and comparability with industry peers. This creates benchmarks that drive continuous improvement and allow stakeholders to hold us accountable.
03
Science-Based Targets
We commit to Science-Based Targets validated by the SBTi, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050. These aren't aspirational goals—they're science-backed targets that align with limiting global warming to 1.5°C.
"Transparency is the currency of trust. Without it, all our climate commitments are meaningless."
Interoperability & Innovation: The Energx Partnership
We're proud partners of Energx Renewables Exchange, leveraging cutting-edge renewable energy trading platforms that represent the future of clean energy markets. This isn't just another partnership—it's a strategic alliance that accelerates our path to net-zero while creating new revenue streams.
Transparent Marketplace
Energx's blockchain-enabled marketplace brings unprecedented transparency to renewable energy trading, eliminating greenwashing and ensuring every credit represents real, additional carbon reductions.
Community Empowerment
The platform empowers local communities to monetize their renewable energy assets, creating sustainable income streams while accelerating clean energy adoption at the grassroots level.
Scalable Solutions
Together, we're driving scalable, verifiable climate solutions that bridge the gap between ambitious climate goals and practical implementation, creating pathways for investors and communities alike.
This partnership exemplifies what's possible when innovative technology meets principled business practice. Energx doesn't just talk about revolutionizing energy markets—they're actually doing it, and we're proud to be part of this transformation.
Chapter 2
Our Bold Commitments in Action
Moving beyond promises to measurable, life-changing impact
5% Fund Donation: Driving Impact Beyond Business
Here's where we put our money where our mouth is. We pledge to donate 5% of our annual funds to NGOs that aren't just making incremental change—they're tackling the root causes of our most pressing challenges. This isn't charity; it's strategic investment in the systems change we desperately need.
Human Rights & Anti-Slavery
Supporting organizations fighting modern slavery and human trafficking, with focus on supply chain transparency and victim rehabilitation. We partner with frontline NGOs that rescue victims and advocate for systemic policy changes.
Carbon Sequestration
Funding reforestation, soil regeneration, and blue carbon projects that remove CO2 from the atmosphere while creating sustainable livelihoods for local communities. Every project is verified by international standards.
Environmental Innovation
Championing breakthrough technologies and grassroots initiatives that address environmental degradation, waste reduction, and ecosystem restoration through creative, scalable solutions.
"Our 5% commitment isn't just about the money—it's about leveraging our platform, networks, and expertise to amplify the impact of organizations that are already doing incredible work."
Every dollar we donate is accompanied by strategic support: board advisory positions, technical expertise, market access, and network introductions. We're not passive funders; we're active partners in transformation.
Fighting Modern Slavery & Upholding Human Rights
Aligning with the UN Global Compact's human rights principles and the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights, we recognize that climate action without social justice is incomplete and unsustainable. Modern slavery affects an estimated 50 million people globally—a crisis that demands urgent, comprehensive action.
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Supply Chain Transparency
Implementing blockchain-based supply chain tracking to ensure every product in our value chain is free from forced labor. We're making our supplier audits public and requiring third-party verification of labor standards.
2
Frontline NGO Support
Supporting organizations like International Justice Mission, Polaris Project, and local anti-trafficking coalitions that rescue victims, prosecute traffickers, and advocate for policy changes that address root causes.
3
Worker Empowerment
Creating grievance mechanisms, living wage initiatives, and skills development programs that give workers voice, agency, and economic security. Empowered workers are the best defense against exploitation.
4
Systemic Advocacy
Using our business influence to advocate for stronger regulations, better enforcement, and corporate accountability measures that make slavery unprofitable and unsustainable.
This work requires courage, persistence, and willingness to confront uncomfortable truths about global supply chains. But it's non-negotiable—human dignity isn't a luxury that can be traded off for cheaper production costs.
Accelerating Carbon Sequestration & Nature-Based Solutions
Nature-based solutions represent our best hope for removing atmospheric carbon at scale while creating co-benefits for biodiversity, water security, and human livelihoods. But not all carbon projects are created equal—we fund only those that meet the highest standards for permanence, additionality, and community benefit.
Reforestation & Afforestation
Supporting scientifically-designed forest restoration projects that prioritize native species, biodiversity conservation, and community ownership. We focus on projects that create long-term carbon storage while providing sustainable livelihoods for local communities through agroforestry and eco-tourism.
Regenerative Agriculture
Funding soil health initiatives that turn farmland into carbon sinks through cover cropping, rotational grazing, and composting. These practices not only sequester carbon but improve crop yields, water retention, and farmer incomes—creating a triple win.
Blue Carbon Ecosystems
Protecting and restoring coastal wetlands, mangroves, and seagrass beds that sequester carbon at rates up to 10 times higher than terrestrial forests. These ecosystems also provide crucial storm protection and nursery habitats for marine life.
Indigenous-Led Conservation
Supporting indigenous communities who are the world's most effective forest guardians, managing 80% of global biodiversity despite representing less than 5% of the population. Their traditional knowledge combined with modern monitoring creates the most effective conservation outcomes.

Every carbon sequestration project we fund undergoes rigorous third-party verification using standards like Verra VCS, Gold Standard, or Climate Action Reserve. We publish annual reports detailing tonnes sequestered, co-benefits delivered, and community impacts achieved.
Chapter 3
Transparency, Reporting & Continuous Improvement
Making accountability visible, measurable, and actionable
Our Reporting Promise
Transparency isn't just about compliance—it's about building trust through radical honesty about our progress, failures, and learnings. Our reporting goes beyond what's required because accountability demands nothing less than complete visibility into our impact.
Annual Sustainability Reports
Comprehensive reports aligned with CSRD and SEC frameworks, publicly accessible and independently assured by third-party auditors. We don't hide behind jargon or selective data—every metric is contextualized, explained, and benchmarked against industry standards and scientific targets.
Real-Time Impact Dashboards
Interactive dashboards powered by Energx data integration that allow stakeholders to track our progress in real-time. No waiting for annual reports—our key performance indicators are updated continuously and accessible to anyone who wants to hold us accountable.
UN Global Compact CoP
Active participation in the UN Global Compact's Communication on Progress, sharing not just our achievements but our challenges, setbacks, and lessons learned. This peer learning approach accelerates progress across entire industries.
"Reporting isn't about looking good—it's about getting better. Every metric we publish creates pressure for improvement and opportunities for collaboration."
We've embraced the philosophy that sunlight is the best disinfectant. Our reports don't just celebrate successes; they dive deep into failures, near-misses, and unexpected challenges. This level of transparency creates accountability pressure that drives continuous improvement while building credibility with stakeholders who've grown skeptical of corporate sustainability claims.
Governance & Stakeholder Engagement
Board-Level Oversight
Climate and human rights commitments receive direct board oversight, with quarterly reviews of progress against targets and immediate escalation protocols for any compliance issues or impact shortfalls.
Multi-Stakeholder Dialogues
Regular inclusive dialogues with employees, local communities, investors, and NGO partners ensure our commitments remain relevant, ambitious, and responsive to changing needs and scientific understanding.
Continuous Learning Culture
Ongoing training and capacity building programs embed sustainability thinking into every role, from entry-level positions to executive leadership, ensuring our culture evolves with our commitments.
Multi-stakeholder engagement drives better decisions
Listen
Active stakeholder consultation
Plan
Evidence-based target setting
Execute
Rigorous implementation
Measure
Transparent impact assessment
Improve
Adaptive management approach
Governance without genuine stakeholder engagement is just window dressing. We've structured our oversight mechanisms to ensure diverse voices shape our strategy, implementation, and course corrections. This isn't about managing stakeholders—it's about being accountable to them.
Chapter 4
Join Us on This Journey
Creating collective impact through strategic partnerships
Why Your Partnership Matters
The climate crisis and human rights challenges we face are too big, too complex, and too urgent for any single organization to solve alone. Collective action isn't just more effective—it's the only approach that matches the scale of the challenges we're confronting. Your partnership multiplies our impact exponentially.
Innovative Finance
Unlock blended finance mechanisms and impact investing opportunities
Technology Acceleration
Co-develop and scale breakthrough technologies for sustainability
Policy Advocacy
Amplify our collective voice for systemic policy change
Supply Chain Transformation
Create industry-wide standards for sustainable practices
Knowledge Sharing
Accelerate learning through open-source approaches
Market Creation
Build demand for sustainable products and services
We invite investors who understand that ESG isn't just risk management—it's opportunity identification. We welcome customers who want their purchasing power to drive positive change. We seek partners who are ready to move beyond incremental improvements to transformational collaboration.

Interested in partnership? We're looking for organizations that share our commitment to science-based targets, transparent reporting, and measurable social impact. Contact us to explore how we can amplify each other's impact.
The transition to a sustainable, equitable economy isn't just happening—it's accelerating. The question isn't whether this transformation will occur, but whether your organization will be a leader, follower, or bystander in shaping it.
How We Measure Success
Success isn't just about good intentions—it's about measurable, verifiable impact that creates lasting change. Our measurement framework combines rigorous quantitative metrics with qualitative assessments that capture the full scope of our transformation efforts.
1.5°C
Temperature Alignment
All emissions reductions verified against 1.5°C pathway
5%
Fund Commitment
Annual donation to vetted NGOs driving systemic change
2030
SDG Timeline
Measurable contributions to UN Sustainable Development Goals
Environmental Metrics
  • Scope 1, 2, 3 emissions reductions
  • Carbon sequestration tonnes verified
  • Renewable energy percentage
  • Waste diverted from landfills
  • Water conservation achieved
Social Impact Indicators
  • Modern slavery cases prevented
  • Workers reached through rights training
  • Communities empowered through projects
  • Gender equality improvements
  • Living wage implementations
Governance Excellence
  • Transparency index scores
  • Stakeholder satisfaction ratings
  • Third-party verification results
  • Policy advocacy wins
  • Partnership impact multipliers
"We don't just track what's easy to measure—we measure what matters, even when it's difficult, expensive, or uncomfortable."
Inspiring Stories of Change
Behind every metric is a human story of transformation, resilience, and hope. These stories remind us why our work matters and fuel our commitment to push harder, reach further, and dream bigger.
Breaking Chains, Building Futures
Our partnership with International Justice Mission helped rescue 247 trafficking victims last year, with 89% successfully reintegrated into their communities through skills training and psychological support programs. Maria, a survivor from Peru, now runs a sustainable textile cooperative employing 23 other survivors.
Forests Rising from Ashes
In partnership with Eden Reforestation Projects, we've planted 2.3 million native trees across degraded landscapes in Madagascar, creating jobs for 450 local villagers while sequestering an estimated 150,000 tonnes of CO2 over 20 years. The restored forests now provide sustainable livelihoods and protect against erosion.
Energizing Communities
Through our Energx partnership, rural communities have generated $2.8 million in additional income by selling excess renewable energy through blockchain-verified trading. The Mbale Solar Cooperative in Uganda doubled its members' annual income while providing clean energy access to 15,000 people.
These aren't just feel-good stories—they're proof points that systemic change is possible when business resources meet grassroots innovation. Every success creates a template for scaling impact across entire regions and sectors.
Chapter 5
The Future We're Building
Envisioning and creating the world our children deserve
Our Commitment Is Just the Beginning
This pledge isn't a destination—it's a departure point. As science evolves, as social movements advance, and as technology creates new possibilities, our commitments must evolve too. Static pledges become irrelevant pledges. We're building adaptive systems that ensure our impact grows stronger over time.
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2025: Foundation Year
Full implementation of CSRD reporting, 5% fund allocation operational, and first verified carbon sequestration projects delivering measurable impact. Baseline established for all key metrics.
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2027: Scale & Innovation
Partnership network expanded to 50+ NGOs across six continents. Breakthrough technology investments showing commercial viability. Supply chain 100% verified slavery-free through blockchain tracking.
3
2030: Systems Change
Industry standards transformed through our advocacy. SDG targets met or exceeded across all focus areas. Policy wins creating regulatory frameworks for sustainable business practice.
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2035: Regenerative Impact
Net-positive environmental and social impact achieved. Carbon sequestration exceeding annual emissions. Communities we support achieving self-sufficiency and scaling their own solutions.
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2050: Legacy Realized
Net-zero emissions achieved 15 years ahead of target. Sustainable business practices become industry standard. Next generation inherits a world of abundance, justice, and ecological health.
We pledge to evolve our targets and partnerships as science and society advance, embracing innovation, integrity, and inclusivity as core to our climate leadership. This isn't about perfection—it's about persistent progress guided by the best available evidence and deepest moral convictions.
Holding ourselves accountable to the highest global standards means never becoming complacent with our achievements. Every milestone reached becomes a platform for reaching higher, diving deeper, and expanding our positive impact across more communities and ecosystems.

Our commitment to evolution means regular reviews of our targets, methods, and partnerships. We commit to updating this pledge every three years based on scientific advances, stakeholder feedback, and lessons learned from implementation.
Take the Pledge with Us
The time for gradual change has passed. The time for transformational action is now. Every decision we make, every partnership we forge, every dollar we invest either accelerates us toward a sustainable future or delays the inevitable reckoning with our planetary boundaries.
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Together, let's build a resilient, equitable, and thriving future where business success and planetary health aren't competing interests—they're synergistic forces.
"The time to act is now — and every action counts."
This isn't just our pledge—it's an invitation for you to join a growing movement of businesses, investors, and communities who refuse to accept the status quo. Together, we have the resources, technology, and moral clarity to create the world our children deserve.
The future isn't something that happens to us—it's something we create through the choices we make today. Make the choice to be part of the solution. Make the choice to hold yourself and others accountable. Make the choice to act with the urgency this moment demands.
Because the time to act is now — and every action counts.