The objectives of energy audits are to identify and develop measures that will reduce the energy use and carbon footprint of buildings, along with reductions in the cost of operating a building and/or improve the indoor environmental quality experience for the occupants. Read this article to learn about energy audit best practices and the 4 steps every commercial energy audit should follow.

On November 12, 2024, the U.S. EPA finalized the rule for calculating the Waste Emission Charge (WEC) fee on methane emissions from oil and gas facilities that exceed a certain threshold. Read this article for details on the WEC and how methane-specific regulations for the oil and gas industry have evolved.

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.

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.

While this easy-to-follow guide primarily focuses on plastic recycling at the household level, it also includes how companies can incorporate recycling practices and promote enhanced employee awareness across operations.

Even for experienced construction crews, bat protection regulations can pose unexpected hurdles. The Northern Long-Eared Bat, among several other species, is federally endangered, and regulations under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) aim to protect its habitat. Projects within the bat's range must consider potential impacts to the bat or its habitat and meet ESA requirements. Read this article to see how to navigate these requirements and how an Environmental Inspector can be helpful.

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.