Accelerate, The Business Pact for Climate and Nature
Climate action and nature restoration need to happen now, while we are still able to influence both the trajectory of global temperatures and Ireland’s readiness to adapt to inevitable change.
For 25 years, Business in the Community Ireland (BITCI) has guided Irish business through the ever-evolving sustainability landscape, building capacity and capability to create more sustainable and socially inclusive businesses. Now, we are bringing companies together to help them collectively raise the bar on climate and nature.
Accelerate is the BITCI platform to support business to develop Climate Transition Plans aligned with net-zero goals, and support companies to take action in nine key areas for holistic change.
Required commitment:
- Set a Net Zero by 2050 target, by 2030, with the Science Based Targets Initiative or a third-party equivalent
- Develop a climate transition plan as soon as possible, and no later than EOY 2030
- Attend Community of Practice forum once per quarter
- Contribute to annual survey
- Publish climate transition plan on company website when developed
- Disclose progress towards climate transition plan targets (format up to each company).
Signatories can expect the following:
- Public announcement on social media and via press release (optional)
- Shape topic of discussion at Community of Practice fora
- Have climate transition plan benchmarked via Climate Transition Plan Scorecard
- Channel to International Transition Plan Network for guidance and updates (BITCI is a member of the ITPN Community of Practice)
- Peer support in developing or improving existing climate transition plan.
List of companies who have signed up to the Pact so far, including:
Learn more about Accelerate below:
Testimonials
"We’re really proud to be one of the first signatories to Accelerate. For us, this is about more than just a commitment—it’s about taking meaningful action to create a fairer, more sustainable future for everyone. We believe businesses have a big role to play in shaping a better society, and this Pact gives us a chance to show what’s possible when we work together."
Signing the Accelerate Pact underscores our commitment to leading the way in climate action, ensuring a sustainable future for our operations, customers, and communities."
“We are proud to join the Accelerate Pact and stand alongside others committed to tackling the challenges of climate change and biodiversity loss. Sustainability is at the heart of how we operate, and this initiative aligns with our purpose to proudly create safer, healthier communities today, for tomorrow.”
Want answers to common questions about joining Accelerate?
Like, what are the requirements for participation, and how your business can take meaningful action towards net-zero and nature-positive goals?
From signatory criteria and instructions to developing a high-quality Climate Transition Plan, our FAQ page covers everything you need to know.
