AI finds its place in sustainable investment strategies: Morgan Stanley

A new survey from the bank found that most asset owners and asset managers view responsible use of AI as part of their sustainable investment strategy, rather than a separate topic.

By Zoya Mirza • Oct. 28, 2026

Energy transition-linked industries face surge in greenwashing: RepRisk

The number of companies linked to greenwashing incidents rose 28% last year, with companies related to the energy transition sector making up a considerable portion of such incidents.

By Lamar Johnson • Oct. 27, 2026

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The ESG landscape in the U.S. continues to shift, as federal agencies' efforts to recalibrate their approach to sustainability are juxtaposed with states forging ahead with their own climate disclosure laws.

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ISSB seeks feedback nature-related disclosure proposal

The standard-setting body released an exposure draft of a nonmandatory disclosure for biodiversity risks and related disclosures. Some institutions are calling for firm requirements.

By Lamar Johnson • Oct. 26, 2026

Danone joins Nestlé, Coca-Cola in revising recycling labels after EU greenwashing probe

The food and beverage giant has committed to specify what parts of its water bottles are made from 100% recycled plastics and refrain from misleading marketing claims.

By Zoya Mirza • Oct. 26, 2026

Data center sustainability presents an opportunity, USGBC official says

Community pushback against data centers might be alleviated by sustainable construction and operations, a U.S. Green Building Council executive says at the 2026 Greenbuild conference.

By Joe Burns • Oct. 26, 2026

Citi closes ‘first-of-its-kind’ $72M bond for biochar project

A bond linked to issued and delivered carbon removals will help fund carbon removal startup Applied Carbon’s Texas biochar project. Investors will forgo traditional payments under the structure.

By Lamar Johnson • Oct. 23, 2026

Ikea accused of harmful wood sourcing in Europe’s forests

Greenpeace International alleges the furniture maker — which has long faced backlash over its sourcing — is falling short in its efforts to protect biodiversity.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 23, 2026

ESG has matured from crisis response to operational discipline

As regulations shift and risks abound, companies have to move their ESG programs from a reactive to a proactive stance, according to an Avetta executive.

By Katie Martin • Oct. 23, 2026

CSOs optimistic about direction of global sustainability progress: WEF

Policy may be more hindrance than help, but a stronger business case, increased private investment and AI and other tech is expected to give sustainability efforts a boost, the World Economic Forum found.

By Lauren Schenkman • Oct. 22, 2026

Danone partners on $40M facility turning yogurt waste to renewable energy

The project, commissioned by PurposeEnergy, comes as the dairy giant boosts production to meet accelerating demand for high-protein yogurt.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 22, 2026

B Lab names first CEO to lead B Corp Certification

Peter Williams, who has led the International Institute of Rural Reconstruction since 2019, will become the nonprofit’s first CEO. He’ll take the helm on Nov. 2.

By Lamar Johnson • Oct. 21, 2026

Updated TRUE zero waste standard makes business case for certification

The U.S. Green Building Council has updated its TRUE standard to streamline requirements and make it easier for companies to document, track and reduce waste. Sports stadiums and major brands have the certification.

By Megan Quinn • Oct. 21, 2026

Amazon signs 960-MW Indiana nuclear pact with AEP, X-energy

If the project is developed, Amazon would purchase the power under a long-term contract that covers the cost of the facility and its operations, the companies said.

By Robert Walton • Oct. 20, 2026

Asset owners embed sustainability deeper into portfolios: LSEG

As the vast majority of asset owners now include sustainability in their investment strategies — and expect to do so even more in the near future — governance has emerged as a top issue.

By Lauren Schenkman • Oct. 20, 2026

JPMorgan updates interim targets, progress towards $2.5 trillion goal

The bank said it had also broadened criteria for its sustainable development financing target and launched a center for energy and environmental issues.

By Lamar Johnson • Oct. 19, 2026

Frontier Climate buyers ink deal to store CO2 as solid rock

Carbon removal company 44.01 will remove over 20,000 tons of carbon dioxide through a process called in-situ mineralization for the collection of carbon removal buyers.

By Lamar Johnson • Oct. 16, 2026

Is industrial AI the key to resilient and sustainable electronics manufacturing?

As AI proliferates, the electronics industry has a unique role to ensure resilience and sustainability aren’t competing priorities, says the CEO of the Global Electronics Association.

By John W. Mitchell • Oct. 16, 2026

Best Buy pilots battery-powered vehicles at California distribution sites

The retailer deployed electric yard switchers as part of its efforts to curb emissions and will gauge future deployment potential across its supply chain.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 15, 2026

EY, sustainability platform Watershed announce data alliance

The pairing of EY’s sustainability advisory services and the AI-powered platform comes as Watershed’s CEO predicted sustainability work will “become more automated” in the coming years.

By Lamar Johnson • Oct. 14, 2026

Trane, KSE agreement aims to reduce GHG emissions at SoFi, other stadiums

The partnership with Kroenke Sports & Entertainment will introduce low-emission HVAC systems and digital services to its venues, including SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles and Ball Arena in Denver. 

By Joe Burns • Oct. 14, 2026

LEGO taps e-methanol to make certain products, cut reliance on fossil fuels

The Danish toymaker said it has started using low-carbon fuel to produce over 90 components like steering wheels, connectors and Minifigure hands to reduce its dependency on virgin fossil fuel.

By Zoya Mirza • Oct. 13, 2026

Scaling the hydrogen economy: Why precious metals still matter—and how to use them effectively

As industries accelerate toward net-zero emissions, hydrogen has become a cornerstone of the global energy transition - with precious metals enabling them.

By Dr. Torsten W. Buennagel, Fuel Cell Manager, TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL TECHNOLOGIES Co., Ltd • Oct. 12, 2026

Major fashion brands launch coalition to tackle textile waste, boost circularity

Amid rising scrutiny over their massive production footprints, Adidas, H&M and others have unveiled the Apparel Recovery Coalition to support circular pathways and textile waste management.

By Zoya Mirza • Oct. 9, 2026

Ceres CEO to step down after 2027

Mindy Lubber, who has led the sustainability nonprofit as its chief executive and president since 2003, will prepare to pass the reins as the organization’s board of directors looks for its next leader.

By Lamar Johnson • Oct. 8, 2026

Supreme Court hears arguments in Boulder County, Colorado, climate case

In a case that could affect dozens of similar lawsuits nationwide, the justices are weighing whether cities and counties can use state courts to seek damages from fossil fuel companies.

By Robyn Griggs Lawrence • Oct. 8, 2026