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

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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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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

Google, Constellation ink deal to expand, extend nuclear generation capacity

The 20-year PPA will lead to 890 megawatts of new nuclear capacity, while Google will help the energy company establish an “AI for energy” framework.

By Lamar Johnson • Oct. 7, 2026

Rising interest rates challenge utility financing plans, US Bank managing director says

For utilities, rapidly rising interest rates will make keeping capital expenditures well-balanced “a little more challenging,” said Tim Keller, managing director of U.S. Bank’s power and utilities group.

By Diana DiGangi • Oct. 7, 2026

ESG and sustainability conferences to put on your calendar for 2027

Amid continuing regulatory shifts, professionals will gather in 2027 to discuss the energy transition, the risks and state of AI development and more ESG hot topics.

By Lamar Johnson , Zoya Mirza • Oct. 6, 2026

SEC proposal poses ‘direct threat’ to investors: Dem state finance officials

The state officials, all Democrats, are calling on the Securities and Exchange Commission to extend the comment period for the proposal and to keep the rule governing shareholder resolutions.

By Lamar Johnson • Oct. 5, 2026

Schneider Electric taps company exec to lead sustainability advisory practice

The energy tech company has appointed Lena Henry to oversee SE Advisory Services and help its clients navigate an “increasingly complex energy and sustainability landscape.”

By Zoya Mirza • Oct. 5, 2026

Cities, states sue EPA over power plant emissions rollback

Chicago, Denver and New York City join multistate lawsuits challenging the agency’s move to end greenhouse gas emissions standards and failure to enforce requirements on existing gas-fired plants.

By Robyn Griggs Lawrence • Oct. 5, 2026

Mars hikes sustainably sourced cocoa but falls short of 2025 100% goal

The candy and pet care maker’s suppliers sourced 98% of cocoa through a responsible sourcing program in 2025.

By Antone Gonsalves • Oct. 2, 2026

Amazon, Constellation sign 20-year PPA to expand Maryland nuclear plant

The tech giant and energy producer are backing improvements and renovations at the 1,790-megawatt Calvert Cliffs Clean Energy Center, the state’s largest source of clean energy.

By Zoya Mirza • Oct. 1, 2026