SBTN at New York Climate Week 2025

SBTN at New York Climate Week 2025: On 24 September 2025 in New York City, the Science Based Targets Network (SBTN) will host a dedicated program as part of Climate Week NYC under the overarching theme “Power On.” The initiative will convene business leaders, investors, and sustainability experts to highlight how companies can take credible action on nature through the adoption of science-based targets. By bringing together influential voices across industries, the sessions aim to demonstrate the growing momentum for integrating nature into corporate climate strategies.

Purpose and Objectives

The purpose of this gathering is to underscore the link between climate and biodiversity, demonstrating why nature is not only central to global sustainability goals but also to long-term business resilience and competitiveness. The objective is to provide companies with a clear framework for setting science-based targets for nature, encouraging them to move beyond compliance and adopt proactive stewardship approaches.

Key Activities

Across several days, SBTN will lead and participate in dialogues and roundtables that address the intersection of business, climate, and nature. These include high-level discussions on nature-related risks in corporate governance, sessions with pioneering companies such as Holcim, Arla, Adidas, and Musholm sharing their experiences in integrating science-based targets, and an exclusive leadership dinner designed to exchange insights among C-suite executives. The program will culminate in a UN Global Compact roundtable featuring businesses that are leading in setting both climate and nature targets, showcasing how integrated approaches can accelerate global progress.

Significance

The events are significant because they reinforce the message that nature-positive action is no longer optional but essential for companies seeking long-term value creation. In the context of rising investor expectations and new disclosure frameworks, SBTN at Climate Week NYC demonstrates that credible, science-based targets are critical to building resilience, protecting reputations, and avoiding accusations of greenwashing.

Expected Outcomes

The expected outcomes include greater alignment among corporations on adopting science-based targets for nature, the formation of new collaborations across sectors, and enhanced guidance for integrating biodiversity and climate action into governance structures and supply chains. Participants will leave with stronger networks, practical tools, and a clearer sense of how to meet investor demands while positioning themselves as leaders in the transition to nature-positive business models.

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