The Science Based Targets initiative released Version 2.0 of its Corporate Net-Zero Standard, a revised framework for setting, implementing, reporting, and assessing progress against corporate net-zero greenhouse gas targets. Version 2.0 validation is expected to begin in February 2027; companies may continue to submit under Near-Term Criteria Version 5.3 and Corporate Net-Zero Standard Version 1.3.1 until January 31, 2028.