The Deloitte network’s net-zero by 2040 target

Mitigating and adapting to the impacts of climate change are monumental tasks. The climate crisis is a risk to society at large, to our organisation and to our clients across the private and public sectors. Progress is possible and we must take urgent action, acting collectively and individually to make changes to help reduce our greenhouse gas emissions. Deloitte is helping to lead the way toward a low-carbon future by guiding our clients on their sustainability journeys, advancing meaningful actions and change within our own operations and supply chain, and collaborating with nonprofits and civil society.

Reducing the Deloitte network's own emissions

The Deloitte network has set a worldwide target to reach net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2040. In September 2024, the Deloitte network’s target received validation from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The Deloitte network has committed to a 90% reduction in GHGs by 2040 from a 2019 base year across business operations and value chain and will remove the remaining 10% of emissions through the purchase of permanent carbon removals. 

The Deloitte network has committed to long-term net-zero by 2040 and Deloitte Africa will contribute to achieving this. It is recognised that the long-term target is ambitious and will require systemic transformations and action by third parties outside of the Deloitte network’s control. Progress against this target is monitored annually at a Deloitte network level. 

The Deloitte network's climate commitments and recognition

The Deloitte network continues to advance the Deloitte network’s commitments to the three core initiatives of the Climate Group, which support the advancement of renewable electricity (RE100), electric vehicle (EV) adoption (EV100), and energy efficiency/productivity (EP100). The Deloitte network earned an A- rating from CDP for the FY2025 response to its climate change questionnaire. In September 2024, the Deloitte network’s net-zero target received third-party validation from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). 

Guiding clients on the path to net-zero and beyond

We recognise that business leadership and collective action is critical to addressing the climate crisis. Deloitte Sustainability is uniquely positioned to help organisations as they redefine their strategies, embed sustainability into their operations, consider tax implications, navigate disclosure and regulatory requirements, and help accelerate their transformation to drive long-term value creation.

Deloitte refers to one or more of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited (DTTL), its global network of member firms, and their related entities (collectively, the “Deloitte network”).  Deloitte Africa is a member firm of the Deloitte network and operates across three major markets in East, Southern and West Africa. Deloitte Africa holds the licences to operate in 16 African territories, serving clients out of 11 countries and 15 offices.