Temperature scores: translating emissions targets into actionable metrics

Measuring the climate impact of investments requires clear, comparable metrics, but assessing alignment with global climate goals is complex. Temperature scores translate company emissions targets into an estimated global temperature rise, offering an intuitive measure of climate alignment across portfolios. While these scores can help investors evaluate climate risks and opportunities, they depend on company-reported data and differing methodologies, leading to potential inconsistencies. Understanding how temperature scores are calculated and their limitations is essential for integrating...