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Dictionary termScience-based targetsA greenhouse-gas reduction target derived from climate science and a defined pathway, rather than from what an organisation considers convenient or affordable.Read the full definition validated

Typical treatment across 5 reviewed regimes. Every verdict below is tied to a stated legal hook.

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MarketTypical treatmentLegal basisWhat is required
European UnionEUConditional
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UCPD Art 6 — accuracy of third-party status

Current SBTi certificate; remove if target lapsed/delisted

United KingdomUKConditional
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CMA Code

Do not extrapolate beyond validated scope

United StatesUSConditional
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FTC s.5

Truthful statement of status

CanadaCAConditional
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s.74.01(1)(a)

Truthful; maintain status evidence

AustraliaAUConditional

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ACL s.18

Keep status current

Last reviewed 22 Aug 2026This is an informational comparison, not legal advice.

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Last verified 2026-08-22.

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