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NZAM drops 2050 goals for signatories, aims to relaunch next year
The United Nations-backed Net Zero Asset Managers group previously suspended operations after BlackRock’s exit in January.
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Sponsored by Arbor Day FoundationWhy trees are an integral part of corporate water stewardship
Discover how tree planting can help strengthen corporate water stewardship goals.
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OpinionWhy ESG matters for multifamily developers, investors
Investment companies are increasingly using environmental criteria in evaluating multifamily opportunities, two real estate pros write.
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Keeping track of California’s climate disclosure laws as 2026 deadlines loom
As the California Air Resources Board finalizes regulations for Senate Bills 253 and 261, large companies in the state must prepare to disclose their climate risks and, potentially, emissions.
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How Microsoft is leaning on carbon removal solutions to cut its climate footprint
The tech giant has invested in a plethora of CDR solutions this year to cut its emissions and meet net-zero goals, ranging from biochar to marine carbon dioxide removal deals.
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Google, NextEra Energy to revive nuclear plant to boost clean energy generation
The companies plan to revive the Duane Arnold Energy Center by 2029 to support Google’s growing cloud and AI infrastructure in Iowa.
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General Motors cutting thousands of jobs at its EV, battery plants
The automaker cites cooling demand of electric vehicles for its decision to scale back production, laying off more than 3,400 in the process.
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New direct air capture filters pull emissions from building HVAC
Researchers have developed direct air capture filters that can absorb carbon emissions from building ventilation systems while improving energy efficiency.
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Google bets on sustainable investments, deals to slash rising emissions
The search engine and tech conglomerate has committed to a spate of climate-focused initiatives this year in a bid to cut emissions and make progress towards its sustainability goals.
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$1.6B in clean energy investments were rolled back in September: E2
More than $24 billion in clean energy investment has been withdrawn so far this year, according to E2. The group said $11 billion in new projects were announced over the same period.
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Microsoft, UNDO ink third carbon removal deal — their biggest yet
The tech giant has purchased 28,900 metric tons of permanent carbon removal from the climate tech company, which uses enhanced rock weathering for carbon sequestration.
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Wind PPA prices rising faster than solar under Trump administration
New tariffs could add another 10% to 15% to power purchase agreement prices in the months to come, a Trio analyst said.
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Levi’s updates strategy to cut freshwater use across supply chain, reduce climate impact
The denim manufacturer has a new goal to reduce its freshwater use by 15% across its garment manufacturing supply chain and processing facilities by 2030.
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Sustainability across supply chains still a priority for companies: MIT
Despite recent regulatory volatility, 73% of businesses remained steady with their sustainability commitments, according to a new report from the university.
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Wholesale food distributor UNFI completes largest solar rooftop project to date
Spanning nearly 1,000 yards, the project atop a California distribution center is expected to generate approximately 80% of the facility's electricity needs.
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Climate-related financial risk to more than triple by 2050: report
An analysis of eight G20 countries predicted that financial risk due to climate-related disasters will rise from $7.8 trillion in GDP to $28.3 trillion by midcentury.
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Breweries invest in heat pumps to decarbonize, cut costs
New Belgium Brewery, Diageo and other beverage manufacturers are pursuing electrification technologies from AtmosZero and Skyven to reduce emissions and improve downtime risks.
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Sustainable startup Electra inks deals with Meta, others to scale low-carbon iron
Electra’s new demo site will produce up to 500 tons of low-carbon iron annually and its first environmental attribute credits will be purchased by the social media and tech giant.
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GM CFO expects EV demand to stabilize despite ‘choppy’ market
The automaker has already seen a “significant pullback” in EV demand in October, CFO Paul Jacobson said — but GM expects the market to stabilize in 2026.
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Nestlé leaves climate alliance focused on reducing dairy methane emissions
The Nesquik maker, which cut greenhouse gas emissions by 21% between 2018 and 2024, said it remains committed to improving its environmental footprint.
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Federal banking regulators withdraw guidance on climate risk management
The Fed, FDIC and OCC have rescinded guidance intended to help financial institutions with over $100 billion in total assets identify and manage financial risks related to climate change.
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Torch Clean Energy taps Fluence for 640 MWh battery at Arizona solar plant
Torch’s “Winchester” project will have 160 MW of solar and is expected to be online in 2027 to support regional grid balancing and forecast load growth, the company said.
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State AGs probe Big Tech’s use of renewable energy certificates
Republican attorneys general from 16 states sent letters to Amazon, Google, Meta and Microsoft last month questioning claims the companies had made about their energy consumption and emissions reductions.
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Labor department OKs standalone fertility treatment benefits for employees
Three agencies will issue regulations aimed at further reducing barriers for employers looking to offer fertility benefits, according to a White House fact sheet.
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SEC’s updated shareholder proposal rules could exclude E+S submissions: Atkins
SEC Chair Paul Atkins argued that non-binding submissions, like those focused on environmental and social issues, could be excludable under certain state laws.
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States sue EPA over canceled Solar for All grants
In the third lawsuit filed about the grants this month, 22 states and the District of Columbia contend the agency illegally revoked $7 billion in clean energy funds awarded to local governments.
