Who we are

A UNIQUE INITIATIVE

2050Today is a partnership of the Swiss Confederation, the Republic and Canton of Geneva, the City of Geneva, the University of Geneva and Industrial Services of Geneva (SIG). This unique initiative by Swiss authorities of all levels supports the decarbonization of International Geneva.

MEMBERS

Over 70 institutions of International Geneva, such as permanent missions, international organizations, academia, private and civil society entities, come together to tackle climate change by measurably reducing GHG emissions.

COMMITTEE OF PARTIES

These five partner institutions represent the 2050Today Committee of the Parties, as stipulated in the Convention of Collaboration signed in June 2022, and renewed in 2025.

EXECUTIVE TEAM

Our team is based in the Campus Biotech Innovation Park, a dynamic hub for research and innovation, and is administratively attached to the University of Geneva.

MISSION

In accordance with the 2050Today Charter, we mobilize climate action by helping our members measure their emissions, implement common and customized solutions through working groups and benefit from applied research.

Each year, 2050Today brings together its members and partners for an annual meeting to track progress, share inspiration with the International Geneva community, and celebrate collective achievements.

OBJECTIVES

In order to implement the 2050Today Charter, we assist institutions of International Geneva reduce their greenhouse gas emissions through three pillars:

1. Measure and reduce emissions

2. Foster cooperation and collective action

3. Implement science-based solutions

Our climate action community allows the sharing and implementation of solutions for reducing CO2 emissions through collective and customized projects taken on by our working groups:

  • Biodiversity
  • Energy
  • Food
  • Mobility
  • Sustainable IT
  • Waste Management
  • Human Factor

VALUES

As primary advocates and responsible for a multilateral and inclusive climate action, 2050Today members share experiences, solutions and practices to foster and facilitate the implementation of efficient measures with a sense of solidarity and cooperation.

ENGAGEMENT

We are committed to reach zero net emissions by 2050.

ACCURACY

We measure our GHG emissions on a regular and verified basis.

DETERMINATION

We aim at reducing our emissions every year by 5% to achieve at least 50% reduction by 2030.

VISIBILITY

We disclose our results and ensure their visibility.

SOLIDARITY

We multiply the impact of action by the message of our example​.

INSPIRATION

We share our experiences, solutions and practices

RESPONSIBILITY

We act in accordance with a planet sustainable for future generations.

ANNUAL REPORTS

CARBONE FOOTPRINT

As an institution, 2050Today calculates the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of its activities every year. 2050Today’s GHG emissions measurement methodology follows the GHG Protocol.

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