The ATP has also pledged a 50 per cent reduction in its greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, the other main target outlined in the framework.

It is the latest major body to sign up to the UN scheme, which requires sporting organisations to commit to concrete actions such as measuring, reducing and reporting greenhouse gas emissions.

The ATP claimed it has developed a "comprehensive sustainability strategy" over the past 18 months to ensure it meets the framework's targets.

It includes cutting staff travel and implementing sustainability initiatives at its tournaments.

"As a Tour we exist to inspire the world on the tennis court and serve beyond it," said ATP chief executive Massimo Calvelli.

"We are committed to delivering positive impact on the global stage and have been moved by the growing concern around the wellbeing of our planet. 

"We know we cannot be distanced from helping to find solutions. 

"This is why we are proud to roll out our new sustainability strategy and to become part of UNSCA, setting a clear agenda and ambitious goals for our sport for the coming years. 

"This will be a long-term journey and, with everyone pulling together, we hope to make a positive impact and inspire our community."

The announcement from the ATP coincides with the COP26 UN Climate Change Conference of Parties in Glasgow, considered one of the most crucial gatherings of global leaders on climate change ever held.

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is among the other sports bodies to commit to a 50 per cent reduction of its direct and indirect carbon emissions by 2030 in line with the Paris Agreement.

The IOC has also pledged to shift from a carbon-neutral to a climate-positive organisation by 2024.