Welcome to Research-Driven Decarbonization Initiative (RDDI)
Issue
A multitude of corporations are proclaiming their net-zero, sustainable status, with alleged strategies for decarbonization. However, these strategies are not open for public examination. We understand that certain proprietary information cannot be shared by a company, but this lack of transparency makes it challenging for the global community to differentiate between authentic climate action plans and mere greenwashing. Our suggested resolution is the creation of open-source industry standards for credible decarbonization/abatement pathways.
The benefits of this approach are dual. Firstly, it facilitates the straightforward assessment of existing corporations. Secondly, it offers a flexible blueprint for companies initiating their own climate actions.
Mission:
To facilitate impactful climate action via open collaboration and transparent progress tracking.
Vision:
A global environment where open-source, peer-reviewed climate solutions are disseminated, and reference implementations for sectors can be openly debated without any apprehensions of corporate privacy infringement. We are confident that sharing reference decarbonization/abatement plans and strategies will expedite progress towards net-zero emissions across all sectors of the economy.
Our General Princples
- Open collaboration and open-source approaches over closed innovation, to harness collective intelligence and encourage diverse contributions.
- Dynamic responsiveness and continuous improvement over rigid planning, to adapt strategies based on the latest findings and technologies.
- Modular, scalable, and interoperable solutions over standalone projects, to enable efficient responses to climate change and seamless integration with existing systems.
- Small, integrative components and cost-effectiveness over large, monolithic initiatives and hidden costs, to make climate solutions more manageable and appealing for corporations while prioritizing high-impact solutions.
- Transparency, trust, and vendor neutrality over secrecy and favoritism, to foster openness, mutual understanding, and equal opportunity for all participants.
- Peer review, scientific rigor, and strong documentation over unverified claims, to ensure the quality, dependability, and accessibility of our strategies.
- Data privacy, security, and user-friendly interfaces over careless handling of sensitive information and poor navigation, to protect individual rights and interests while maintaining ease of use.
- Community-driven support and continuous learning over stagnation, to foster collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and staying current with research and technology.