The four-minute explanation that you must understand to decode climate change

The discussions on climate can be filled with technical jargon. This is essential in certain situations, but we have to cut through the jargon to aid the community in coming to comprehend climate change and empower all to take action.

There are a myriad of ways that individuals, groups or even governments can be involved, but in order for that to be effective everyone needs to get on the same wavelength. Unfortunately, the web is often cluttered with terms sustainability experts are using every day without second thought, but that may not be intuitive or simply confusing for those who are beginning to take a dip into the world of climate change. We need everyone to be on board not just the experts.’

The best method to get involved in something as huge as the climate crisis is by following simple steps. Owen

I was able to meet together with members of Vox Explainer. Vox Explainer team to help clarify certain terms and provide examples of work that our Nestle teams are involved in to combat climate change. Actually, this explanation is the type of film I would have liked to see before I embarked on my journey through climate change! The best way to get involved in something as massive like climate changes is by following simple steps. First, you must understand. Then, act. The most important thing is to take action together.

Net Zero

Attaining net zero emissions throughout the globe is vital to combating the effects of climate change. To reach this goal it is essential to cut down on the greenhouse gases emissions as completely and as quickly as we can – and then balance any emissions that are entering the atmosphere with the amount that is being eliminated. Carbon is removed by the expansion of forests, as well as the other natural process. Setting targets based on science can help businesses and other organisations get closer to achieving net zero.

Scope 3 Emissions

Businesses can emit greenhouse gases through their own operations – such as manufacturing, and also through the process by the way the raw materials they use are made. These indirect emissions are commonly described as’scope 3.’. For Nestle our products, we source our ingredients in farms all over the world and a large part in our net zero plan is on addressing the’scope 3′ emissions arising from the land and agriculture. It is crucial that any climate plan include scope 3 as it is the area with the greatest impact.

Regenerative Agriculture

Regenerative agriculture is a method in farming that is designed to improve the health of soils – and also protect biodiversity and resources in the water. Through implementing it, we will be able to absorb more carbon and create healthy soils which are durable. In 2030, we want to get half of our products from the regenerative agricultural system. We’re working with Nestle agricultural scientists who collaborate with and help farmers transition their farming practices We also encourage farmers to adopt environmentally sustainable practices and socially responsible ones.

We hope by 2030 to get half of our raw materials from regenerative farming.

It requires a lot of effort to make forward on reducing emissions throughout our business, but early results suggest we’re on a positive course. We’ve passed the zenith emission of carbon. This means we’re decreasing the amount of carbon emissions we generate while we expand and grow our food production. Take a look at the Net Zero Roadmap and read our latest report (pdf 16MB) to see Nestle’s strategy and the progress made.