Microsoft, Nike, Starbucks, Unilever and five other industry heavyweights want to help businesses globally achieve zero carbon emissions. The plan announced on Tuesday (July 21) is called "Transform to Net Zero." The group plans to recruit other members and will work with the Environmental Defense Fund, a not-for-profit environmental group.

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