Reduce Module

SBTI Target-Setting Tool

Setting science-based targets is one of the most credible commitments a business can make on climate. Our SBTi target setting tool gives you the structure, flexibility and expert support to define targets that are genuinely aligned to the science and built to withstand scrutiny.
HOW IT WORKS

Set SBTi-aligned targets across multiple timeframes and methodologies

Once your emissions are measured, configure targets that reflect how your business needs to operate. The tool supports short-term and long-term targets, absolute and intensity-based modelling, and coverage of all Scopes as required by the SBTi.

Reduction Pathway

Visualise your required reduction trajectory

Understanding what a target actually demands of your business is as important as setting it. Our visualisation tools let you:

  • See your required emissions reduction curve plotted against your historical baseline
  • Compare how different target types and ambition levels change the trajectory
  • Identify when the biggest reductions are required, so planning can start early
  • Present your pathway clearly to leadership, investors or external stakeholders

This makes the numbers tangible, not just compliant.

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Expert Support

Expert support to get your targets right first time

SBTi submission requires more than good intentions. Our carbon experts work with you to make sure your targets are:

  • Ambitious enough to meet SBTi thresholds
  • Realistic given your operational context and reduction pathway
  • Correctly structured for your sector and business classification
  • Ready for submission to the SBTi (if you want)

You will not be navigating the SBTi framework alone. Your expert is available throughout target setting, scenario review and the submission process itself.

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"We were genuinely blown away by the efficiency, expertise and helpfulness of Seedling. We were paired with Henry, an SBTi-certified expert, whose skilled and proactive guidance made the process feel seamless."
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What our clients say

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“Any feelings of being overwhelmed by measuring and reporting our emissions were quickly overcome as a result of the fantastic help and guidance from Seedling. The whole process was really smooth, clearly explained and efficiently delivered.”
Creative agency
Leo Sudea
Operations Director
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400 Communications
"We were keen to measure our emissions but didn’t know where to start. As an SME with little carbon accounting experience – and a manufacturer needing to capture trickier areas like material inputs – Seedling’s platform and 1:1 support were invaluable. The Seedling team made a potentially complicated process straightforward for us. We’re now clear on our key hotspots and have a credible reduction plan we’re proud to share."
MANUFACTURING
Emma Hedley
Programme Assistant
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EPS Logistics Technology
"Seedling’s carbon footprint platform is refreshingly easy to use and makes reporting much more straightforward than I would have believed possible. I’m so pleased with how effortlessly it simplifies our carbon reduction calculations, dramatically reducing the time it takes to produce a Carbon Reduction Plan."
Consulting
Emilie Smith
Operations & People Lead
,
Create Change
"Seedling were an invaluable partner in developing our Carbon Reduction Plan. Their collaborative approach involved accurate emission calculations, presented transparently through a user-friendly platform. Seedling's expertise and dedication made the entire process seamless – I’d recommend Seedling to businesses on a sustainability journey."
Consulting
Kristina Vard
Marketing lead
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FarrPoint
"With Seedling, we inputted data on what we do as a brand: the materials we use, where they're made, how they've travelled etc. The team at Seedling then calculate what that means in terms of carbon. To see all of our data in one place, and having a real person at the end of the phone to discuss what the data means and crucially how to make what we do better, was amazing."
Fashion
Patrick McDowell
Founder
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Patrick McDowell
Seedling gave us the foundations to track our impact at a product level, meaning we can build tracking out for every product sold and very quickly build a plan. For the first time, we have a really clear picture of our controllable operation and product impact, and can build structures to communicate effectively with customers.
Francesca Bonafin
BizOps & Impact Lead
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Modern Milkman

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FAQs

Your questions answered

What are Science Based Targets and how do I set them?

Science Based Targets (SBTi) are greenhouse gas reduction targets aligned to the level of decarbonisation required to limit global warming to 1.5°C. To set them, you need a verified emissions baseline covering Scope 1, 2 and relevant Scope 3 categories, followed by target calculations that meet SBTi's methodology requirements. Our platform handles the calculation and validation process, with expert support throughout.

What is the difference between absolute and intensity-based SBTi targets?

An absolute target commits to reducing your total emissions by a set percentage over time, regardless of business growth. An intensity target reduces emissions relative to a business metric, such as tCO2e per £1m revenue, which can be more appropriate for businesses expecting significant growth. Both are accepted under SBTi frameworks, and the right choice depends on your sector, structure and growth trajectory.

How long does SBTi target validation take?

Once submitted, SBTi validation typically takes several months, though timelines vary. Setting targets correctly before submission is the best way to avoid delays caused by revision requests. Our tool validates your targets against SBTi criteria in advance, and your carbon expert reviews everything before it goes in.

Do small businesses need to set SBTi targets?

SBTi has a dedicated SME route that simplifies the process for smaller businesses. While not every business is required to set targets, doing so is increasingly expected by investors, large customers and public sector procurement frameworks. Starting with a verified footprint and a structured target setting process makes the commitment credible from day one.

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