Sustainability: Page 28


  • Indigenous environmental activists march with signs opposing additional oil pipelines
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    Indigenous rights, climate proposals receive votes at Citi, Wells Fargo meetings

    A proposal for banks to examine their policies on mitigating risks to Indigenous Peoples rights received 26% support at Citi. Wells Fargo declined to share preliminary results.

    By May 1, 2024
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    EY acquires Denkstatt to boost sustainability consulting services

    The two consulting firms will collaborate to provide clients ESG-relevant services such as emissions reporting, circular economy strategies and sustainability assessments.

    By May 1, 2024
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    Trendline

    The evolution of the voluntary carbon credit market

    Companies are increasingly relying on carbon credits to cut their emissions and meet climate goals, despite a dynamic regulatory environment and increased ESG scrutiny.

    By ESG Dive staff
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    Citi achieves $441B of its $1 trillion sustainable finance 2030 goal: report

    The bank has also met more than half of its goals to reduce its operational footprint by 2025.

    By April 30, 2024
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    Deep Dive

    Is plant-based meat more sustainable? Experts question the data

    Researchers have struggled to replicate life-cycle assessments commissioned from companies like Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods, and are calling for more transparency.

    By Nithin Coca • April 30, 2024
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    UN-led panel to tackle ESG issues with new guidelines for ‘critical minerals’ mining

    The panel’s goals align with the Paris Agreement and the United Nations’ 2030 agenda for sustainable development, one of its co-chairs said.

    By April 29, 2024
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    UN’s Net-Zero Insurance Alliance disbands and rebrands

    Following the departure of several high-profile members in 2023, NZIA is no more. Its work will be continued by a new Forum for Insurance Transition to Net Zero.

    By April 29, 2024
  • GRID Alternatives employees Jimmy Chit Ming Cheung (L) and Edward Aguilar carry a panel as they install no-cost solar panels on the rooftop of a low-income household on October 19, 2023 in Pomona, Cal
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    IRS issues final guidance for IRA’s clean energy tax credit transferability mechanism

    “It is difficult to overstate the significance of today’s announcement for the clean energy market,” said Ray Long, CEO and president of the American Council on Renewable Energy.

    By Diana DiGangi • April 29, 2024
  • Wind turbines operate at a wind farm in Coachella Valley, as vehicles drive on a highway below.
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    BlackRock, Temasek decarbonization venture raises $1.4B

    Decarbonization Partners surpassed its initial goal of $1 billion for its first late-stage venture capital fund.

    By April 26, 2024
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    Citizens Bank funds green jobs program for New York’s offshore wind sector

    The bank’s philanthropic arm will commit $600,000 over two years to financially support Brooklyn-based youth in pursuing careers in the renewable energy sector.

    By April 26, 2024
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    EPA finalizes fossil-fueled power plant emission rules

    Electric utilities called the power plant rules “disappointing” and “unlawful” and say the rules will create reliability and affordability challenges.

    By Robert Walton • April 26, 2024
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    Human rights and environmental legislation approved by European Parliament

    The Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive holds companies and supply chain partners accountable for ESG compliance.

    By Lauren Schenkman • April 26, 2024
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    Reformation reports spike in direct emissions, misses 2023 carbon intensity target

    The apparel company known for pioneering sustainable practices said it aims to slash its scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by 2030, compared to a 2021 baseline.

    By April 25, 2024
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    BofA, Goldman clean energy ratio proposals fail, despite some shareholder support

    The resolutions failed to pass despite over a quarter of voters supporting them before each of the banks' boards.

    By April 25, 2024
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    The data on climate change’s link to employee deaths, injuries

    Exposure to extreme heat, ultraviolet radiation and air pollution poses a serious threat to workers globally, the International Labour Organization said.

    By Ryan Golden • April 25, 2024
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    JPMorgan warns clean energy transition could take ‘decades or generations’

    New research from the U.S. bank pointed to inflation, high interest rates and geopolitical issues as key roadblocks delaying the shift from fossil fuels to renewable energy.

    By April 24, 2024
  • A rendering of a 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV in a residential garage with GM's vehicle-to-home charging equipment mounted on the wall.
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    GM Energy rolls out its first vehicle-to-home EV charging products

    The bidirectional charging technology allows an electric vehicle’s battery to provide backup power to homes.

    By Eric Walz • April 24, 2024
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    Shell investor to back climate resolution at oil giant’s annual meeting

    The news comes shortly after Shell asked investors to reject the sustainability demands put forward by activist investor Follow This.

    By April 23, 2024
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    General Mills plans to cut dairy emissions 40% by end of decade

    The cereal giant is more than halfway to its goal of enrolling 1 million acres in its regenerative agriculture plan, according to the latest corporate sustainability report.

    By Chris Casey • April 23, 2024
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    New York nixes 3 offshore wind projects

    The canceled projects represented 4 GW of provisionally awarded capacity, setting the state back in its goal to deploy 9 GW of offshore wind by 2035.

    By Diana DiGangi • April 23, 2024
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    Unilever to scale back ESG pledges focused on plastic usage and diversity

    The company’s decision to dial down its sustainability strategy comes shortly after it unveiled ambitious plans to curb its carbon footprint last month.

    By April 22, 2024
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    Apple reports it’s halved emissions since 2015 for goal of carbon neutrality by 2030

    The Cupertino, California-based tech giant also set new 2030 goals for clean energy and clean water last week.

    By April 22, 2024
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    Ford, GM, Honda collaborate on standardized scope 3 emissions reporting

    A new supplier questionnaire can streamline how suppliers report on climate goals and consumption.

    By S.L. Fuller • April 22, 2024
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    Sponsored by Reworld™

    7 starting points for effective sustainability strategies

    In today's environmentally conscious world, businesses cannot afford to ignore the impact of waste.

    April 22, 2024
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    The role of e-commerce platforms in driving sustainability in sourcing

    How do B2B e-commerce platforms drive sustainable sourcing as businesses seek global solutions?

    By Rah Mahtani, Head of Marketing for North America at Alibaba.com • April 22, 2024
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    Net-Zero Asset Owner Alliance’s updated target-setting to cover all private assets

    The fourth edition of the protocols will also include guidance for members to set 2030 goals aligned with the Paris Agreement.

    By April 19, 2024