International Game Technology PLC (IGT) announced that its near- and long-term science-based targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Additionally, the SBTi validated the Company’s commitment to reaching net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across the value chain by 2050.
“Receiving this validation from the SBTi represents a milestone achievement for IGT as it reassures our stakeholders that we are committed to reaching net-zero GHG emissions,” said Wendy Montgomery, IGT SVP, Marketing, Communications and Sustainability. “IGT’s science-based targets provide us with a clearly defined approach to reducing our GHG emissions and mitigating the impact of climate change, all while ensuring sustainable growth for our business.”
As its near-term targets, IGT commits to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 50 percent by 2030, from 2019. The Company also commits to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 30 percent within the same timeframe.
Regarding its long-term science-based targets, IGT commits to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 90 percent by 2050, from 2019. The Company also commits to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 90 percent within the same timeframe. IGT would then offset the residual 10% of emissions by 2050. Direct emissions reductions will be prioritized, and all residual emissions will be neutralized in line with SBTi criteria before reaching net-zero emissions.
