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GHG Protocol: Scope 3 Emissions Explained

Green Business Bureau

A 2021 report by Natural Capital Partners analyzed carbon neutrality commitments made by the Fortune Global 500, finding that there’s been a three-fold increase in net-zero targets, which means a 50% increase in the number of companies that have either achieved carbon neutrality, or are targeting it by 2030.

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Demystifying the ?Absolute Zero? concept

GreenBiz

The nuances of all the various adjectives and descriptors that are used to describe climate action — from "science-based" to "net zero" to "carbon negative" — are enough to make heads spin, especially for those who spend their professional lives worrying about how to communicate these concepts. Offsetting versus insetting.

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The Return on Investment (ROI) of Sustainable Business

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A positive Return On Investment (ROI) and Sustainability go hand in hand, as many sustainable business practices save money, create a competitive advantage, open new markets and attract customers and employees. Climate change has been linked to carbon emissions, yet another reason for businesses to change.

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11 young professionals on the future of sustainable finance

GreenBiz

During GreenFin, Anyene was one of 12 students and young professionals who joined the conversations about the transition to net-zero , the need for more action when it comes to social and environmental justice , and the role of artificial intelligence in sustainable finance and ESG reporting. Alfre Wimberley.

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These new services are like Consumer Reports, but for carbon offsets

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A wave of new services are emerging that promise to bring greater credibility to the fast-expanding carbon offsets market. After years of volatility, the voluntary market for carbon offsets is booming. Yet even as the market has surged, debate about the quality of carbon credits remains.

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Can California’s cap and trade address environmental justice?

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Representatives from Chevron said that flaring was related to a new hydrogen plant coming online, and that the refinery has made significant investments in reducing emissions of air pollutants over the past 40 years.). And in several recent years, it emitted as much or more of certain air pollutants. As the U.S. Shutterstock. Angel DiBilio.

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How to Create a Sustainability Program: A 10 Step Guide To Creating a Purpose-Driven Business

Green Business Bureau

To bridge this function gap, businesses need a clearly defined sustainability program, and this article will be your guide to create and launch one. Refer to Green Business Bureau’s article, How to Create a Sustainability Plan: Executive Guide to Becoming a Sustainable Business – Step 5 , for more guidance.