CDP & ESRS Alignment Comparison: Climate Transition Plans

CDP & ESRS Alignment Comparison: Climate Transition Plans

While the CDP questionnaire shares significant commonalities with the EU’s ESRS E1 climate standard, additional steps may be needed to ensure complete compliance. In this article, we systematically compare the CDP questionnaire with ESRS E1 requirements, focusing specifically on Climate Transition Planning.

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The GHG Protocol’s Role in Meeting GHG Reporting Requirements

The GHG Protocol’s Role in Meeting GHG Reporting Requirements

Many evolving sustainability reporting requirements drive GHG reporting, but the GHG Protocol generally underpins all regulatory requirements. The key word here is “interoperability” meaning that if you disclose using the GHG Protocol, you are off to a great start for meeting nuanced jurisdictional or regulatory needs. Read this article to learn how the GHG Protocol integrates with mandatory emissions reporting.

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Developing A Credible Climate Transition Plan

Developing A Credible Climate Transition Plan

With the increased scrutiny on transition planning, it is important to consider what a credible Climate Transition Plan entails and how the term and expectations are evolving. Read this article to learn about the gold standard framework by the Transition Plan Taskforce and the first steps you should take to develop a credible Climate Transition Plan.

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What You Need To Know About California's Zero-Emission Forklift Regulation

What You Need To Know About California's Zero-Emission Forklift Regulation

California’s new Zero-Emission Forklift (ZEF) Regulation will phase out and restrict new purchases of Large Spark-Ignition (LSI) Forklifts in an effort to improve air quality by reducing GHG emissions, NOx emissions, and other pollutants. Read this article for compliance deadlines, applicability, and phase-out schedules.

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ESG Ratings and Rankings: Which One is Right for You?

ESG Ratings and Rankings: Which One is Right for You?

Using ESG Rating and Ranking services helps companies meet regulatory requirements and stakeholder expectations. It also gives companies an increased chance of access to capital and a competitive advantage in the ESG investing space. While only eligible S&P DJI companies are included in the ESG indices, Sustainalytics and MSCI are voluntary rating systems that companies can partner with to receive evaluations and scores. Read this article for a comparison of these ESG rating assurance organizations, including their methodologies and rating processes.

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A Look Into the New York Fashion Sustainability and Social Accountability Act

A Look Into the New York Fashion Sustainability and Social Accountability Act

The New York Fashion Act requires fashion companies with an annual global revenue of $100 million doing business in New York to be accountable to standardized environmental and social due diligence policies as well as establish a fashion remediation fund. Read this article to learn more about the proposed requirements.

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COP28: Navigating Climate Progress, Challenges, and Global Commitments

COP28: Navigating Climate Progress, Challenges, and Global Commitments

The heralding achievement at COP28 was the ‘UAE Consensus’ which was signed by nearly 200 countries and includes ambitious targets to triple renewable energy output and double the average annual rate of energy efficiency globally by 2030. Read this article for more on the ‘UAE Consensus,’ COP28 climate financing initiatives and pledges, and the new focus on sustainable agriculture and climate-resilient food systems.

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California's New Climate Laws Take Effect

California's New Climate Laws Take Effect

California’s SB 253, SB 261, and AB 1305 represent a notable change not only in California's climate policy and regulatory requirements but, more importantly, in the expected national regulatory framework, with compliance implications for many corporations. Read this article to learn how these new climate regulations may impact your company.

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Update: Common Sustainability Acronyms, Abbreviations & Definitions

Update: Common Sustainability Acronyms, Abbreviations & Definitions

Confused by the seemingly endless list of Sustainability acronyms? Here's an updated list of acronyms and abbreviations you should know, along with their definitions and some context.

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An ESG Guide for the Insurance Industry

An ESG Guide for the Insurance Industry

By understanding the climate impact of underwriting portfolios, the insurance industry can achieve several ESG objectives. Read this post to learn about the tools and frameworks available to insurers and their clients to help achieve these objectives and prepare for the new demands and responsibilities of a low-emission economy.

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The Future of GIS Use in Solar Development

The Future of GIS Use in Solar Development

Geospatial Information Systems (GIS) technology offers an effective, digital approach to solar energy development. Read this post to learn the benefits of GIS for utility-scale solar projects, including maximizing energy output and guaranteeing the lowest environmental impact.

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Should You Be Accounting for FLAG Emissions?

Should You Be Accounting for FLAG Emissions?

SBTi’s Forest, Land and Agriculture (FLAG) Guidance is the world’s first standard method for setting science-based targets that are inclusive of land-based emission reductions and removals. FLAG accounts for 22% of GHG emissions globally, making it the second-largest emitting sector (after Energy). Read this post to learn about SBTi’s new FLAG target and how it will affect your organization.

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The Advantage of Adaptive & Resilient Supply Chains

The Advantage of Adaptive & Resilient Supply Chains

Companies that proactively manage their supply chain’s emissions and climate-related risks will have an advantage as global regulations, investor preference, and consumer behavior shift towards a decarbonized economy. Read this post to learn more about the benefits of supply chain resiliency.

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What Does the Proposed Federal Supplier Climate Risks and Resilience Rule Include?

What Does the Proposed Federal Supplier Climate Risks and Resilience Rule Include?

Intended to strengthen the resilience of Federal supply chains and reduce climate risk, the proposed Federal Supplier Climate Risks and Resilience Rule would require major federal contractors to disclose their GHG emissions and climate-related financial risks, and set science-based emissions reduction targets. Read this post for what’s included in the proposed rule.

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Update: Biodiversity Loss – The Urgent Need to Take Action

Update: Biodiversity Loss – The Urgent Need to Take Action

Over half of global GDP depends on high functioning biodiversity and ecosystem services. However, only around 25% of companies at high or medium risk from biodiversity loss currently disclose that risk in their corporate reporting. Read this post to learn about the initiatives aimed at reversing the biodiversity crisis and the new biodiversity reporting options in sustainability disclosures.

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Countdown to Cop27: Emphasis on Climate Transition Plans

Countdown to Cop27: Emphasis on Climate Transition Plans

Companies, cities, and nations will be asked to develop and report on decarbonization strategies toward their net-zero, or most importantly, their real-zero, targets. COP27 is sure to put the spotlight on actionable Decarbonization Plans that rely on verifiable data. Read this post on how to develop a Climate Transition Plan and for lessons learned from successful Climate Transition Plans.

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The Accelerating ESG Disclosure Landscape

The Accelerating ESG Disclosure Landscape

Staying abreast of ESG disclosure requirements will help organizations to prepare and stay ahead of the ESG reporting curve. Read this post to learn which GHG disclosure system is best and what areas companies will be asked to report on next: waste generation and biodiversity impact.

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2022 CDP Scope 3 Update

2022 CDP Scope 3 Update

CDP, an international nonprofit that helps companies and cities disclose their environmental impact, has recently updated its disclosure criteria for Scope 3 emissions. Read this post to learn more about CDP’s 2022 disclosure criteria for Scope 3 emissions.

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SEC New Climate Rule: What You Need To Know

SEC New Climate Rule: What You Need To Know

The SEC has proposed a landmark new rule requiring companies to disclose their GHG emissions and climate-related risk. Read this post to learn what this means for companies and what steps your company can take for a strong climate disclosure.

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How to Develop an Effective Net Zero Plan

How to Develop an Effective Net Zero Plan

How do you achieve your Net Zero goal, one step at a time? A Net Zero Roadmap can answer all these questions and provide the necessary support to achieve the goals within the specified timeline. Read this post to learn the six steps to building a Net Zero Roadmap.

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