Majority of S&P 500 Companies with Climate Targets Fail to Cut Emissions
A report by The Conference Board and ESGAUGE reveals that while 84% of S&P 500 companies disclosed climate targets in 2025, most are not effectively reducing their greenhouse gas emissions. Over half (58%) of those with Scope 1 emission goals have seen no meaningful reduction since 2021, and the situation is worse for Scope 3 emissions at 62%. Many executives express low confidence due to financial constraints.
Topics: corporate sustainability ESG greenhouse gas emissions net-zero goals S&P 500