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If we care about climate change...we need to focus on Scope 3 emissions. Too many companies talk just about Scope 1 and Scope 2 without prioritizing and implementing real solutions. Yes, are these solutions more difficult to figure out and navigate yes. But sustainability is not just a nice to have, it is now becoming about supply chain resiliency and certainty. It is driving real business decisions for the long term growth and certainty of ingredients. The SEC ruling on how we quantify and reduce Scope 3 emissions will have a material impact on companies and the environment going forward. https://lnkd.in/eN4f-Jyv

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Nice, concise, read on what you need to know about carbon credits. #carboncredits #netzero

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Excited to have worked with Taylor Fallon on our latest article "Supply Chain Management–Climate Change Risks and Opportunities." As we gear up for the Climate Leadership Conference (CLC), we dive into the complex relationship between supply chain management and climate change. We explore the need to shift towards human-centered approaches, proactive measures for climate resilience, and the transformative potential of green technologies. Let us know what you think in the comments and look out for the Stantec team at the CLC conference to discuss further. Looking forward to connecting! #ClimateLeadershipConference #SupplyChainManagement #ClimateChange #Sustainability The Climate Registry #TheCLC #ESG

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In my latest Pure Strategies, Inc. blog article, I explain why the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) proves to be a valuable way to support market transparency and more informed capital allocation around climate disclosures. By looking at Nestlé, AstraZeneca, and Ingka Group, I highlight the quantitative financial benefits of having implemented the TCFD. The TCFD and related regulatory requirements should not be seen simply as a check-the-box activity — learn how both business and sustainability program benefits can be realized. READ: https://lnkd.in/enVBphXD IFRS Foundation | International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) 

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To accelerate action on climate targets and slash Scope 3 emissions, companies need effective supplier collaboration. In GreenBiz Group, Pure Strategies, Inc. co-founder and managing director Tim Greiner has just announced the launch of Pure Strategies' new Pure Supply platform, which provides communication and capacity building through five phases. "Suppliers often lack the internal knowledge and resources to start a climate program and find it difficult to justify the investment. By making the business case for climate programs, building their own internal capabilities, listening to suppliers and investing in technology, purchasers can help suppliers overcome these barriers, leading to effective supplier collaboration," Tim explains. Read his article here: https://lnkd.in/eGuu8Jmb Email us at puresupply@purestrategies.com to learn more about Pure Supply.

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Shaping Tomorrow, Today!  Every decision, big or small, has the power to transform our world for the better. As we navigate towards a sustainable future, let's remember that each choice we make today leaves a lasting impact on the generations that follow. Reflecting on my recent article published in Outlook Planet, I'm reminded of the collective responsibility we share to protect our planet and its resources. Join me in reimagining a future where sustainability is not just a choice but a way of life. Read the full article : https://lnkd.in/eK8xHRx2 and discover more about sustainability with Earthood . Together, we can make a difference that echoes through time.

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A webinar on the PFAS (aka 'forever chemicals')! Did you know that about 50% of our tap water in the U.S. has PFAS? In case you are curious about potential PFAS exposure in your area, you might find these two dashboards useful: USGS - PFAS in US Tapwater Interactive Dashboard: https://lnkd.in/gVZrX9dX USA Today - Where PFAS exceed new EPA limits: https://lnkd.in/gbG-dZMK Also, check this USGS study out - "Tap water study detects PFAS 'forever chemicals' across the US": https://lnkd.in/g_GjUug5 According to the US EPA, these are what we know so far about PFAS (https://lnkd.in/gkzGVn-d): ��� PFAS are widely used, long lasting chemicals, components of which break down very slowly over time. ● Because of their widespread use and their persistence in the environment, many PFAS are found in the blood of people and animals all over the world and are present at low levels in a variety of food products and in the environment. ● PFAS are found in water, air, fish, and soil at locations across the nation and the globe. ● Scientific studies have shown that exposure to some PFAS in the environment may be linked to harmful health effects in humans and animals. ● There are thousands of PFAS chemicals, and they are found in many different consumer, commercial, and industrial products. This makes it challenging to study and assess the potential human health and environmental risks.

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The US government's announcement today is a positive and pragmatic step to encourage companies to use the carbon market to fund effective climate solutions with real community benefits. High-integrity, well-functioning voluntary carbon markets (VCMs) can accelerate decarbonization by providing steady, reliable revenue streams to various projects, including nature-based solutions and innovative technologies like DAC. These markets also deliver important co-benefits, such as supporting economic development, sustaining the livelihoods of Tribal Nations, Indigenous Peoples, and local communities, and conserving land and water resources. VCMs that focus on high-quality programs are essential to accelerating progress toward a just and equitable transition, and the US government's support for immediate reforms should inspire other governments and organizations to take similar actions.

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Symbiosis is the groundbreaking collaboration between Microsoft, Google, Meta, and Salesforce. This alliance mirrors nature restoration projects, which are vital for climate goals to be met. The work ahead is complex and costly; however, by pooling their unique strengths they commit to addressing challenges by integrating advanced technology, engaging communities equitably, and balancing benefits, while setting a standard for high-quality outcomes. This symbiotic relationship fosters a thriving, sustainable future, proving that true growth lies in the strength of interconnected support systems and innovative pre-competitive collaboration.

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We're excited to share our latest ERM Market Alert: "Navigating the 2024 CDP Questionnaire: Your Roadmap to Environmental Leadership." This guide is packed with crucial tools, regulatory overview and insights to elevate your CDP performance. Feel free to reach out how ERM can support you through your CDP requirements to provide investor grade disclosures. Rahul Arora, Paul Simpson OBE, Varsha Dandapani, Kay Ramchurn #sustainableinsight #cdp #climate

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Why do you need external expert to get derogation for PFAS restrictions?   The PFAS REACH landscape is a maze of complexity, stringency, and constant change.   This environment creates uncertainty and frustration for your business putting your products and profitability at risk.   👉But it doesn't have to be that way.   👉Don't let REACH complexity hold your business back.   👉Leverage our senior expertise to secure derogations and build a sustainable future for your products.   How?   ✅ Expert Guidance for Confident Navigation   Our senior experts possess the in-depth knowledge and practical experience to navigate the intricacies of PFAS restrictions.   We'll help you to secure derogations and develop forward-thinking strategies for long-term product sustainability.   ✅Clarified Complexity and Minimized Uncertainty   In a process marked by complexity and flux, our experts provide a steady hand.   We'll translate intricate rules into actionable steps, charting a clear course forward for your business.   By anticipating political and stakeholders landscape shifts, we’ll position your business for continued success.   ✅Proactive Strategy   Our proactive approach positions you as a solution-focused, forward-thinking provider, avoiding missteps that could lead to negative criticism.   Our established relationships with EU regulators lend credibility of your products.   We safeguard your brand and reputation throughout the derogation process.   👉What if you had a team of external senior experts, right at your fingertips, dedicated to managing your derogation process?   👉Would that make controlling your derogation process easier and less stressful?   Let's talk about it in a comment or private message.

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We at TASC welcome the U.S. Department of the Treasury's intervention on integrity in voluntary carbon markets (VCM). We believe that integrity already exists in the VCM, but of course more can be done to establish the safeguards that ensure it. We very much support the 3 key integrity principles: supply integrity, demand integrity and market integrity. All too often the focus is purely on supply, but without demand and market integrity, none of this can work. As Janet Yellen rightly states; "if we do it well, we have the chance to enlist markets as a powerful ally in the fight against climate change" Let's do it 🙌 https://lnkd.in/gMCyAZqq

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After spending 21 years of my life co-leading CDP it is a joy to see ERM promoting #disclosure through CDP and supporting our clients to strengthen their strategy, disclosure and implementation of their #sustainability plans. With an increasing wave of mandatory sustainability disclosure requirements including ESRS-CSRD International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) FSB Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) California SB261 &253 etc., CDP remains the leading practice of climate and environmental (#water, #forests, #biodiversity, #plastics) disclosure. It sets the highest bar and continues to be the "gymnasium" to get fit and prepared for those mandatory requirements. Leading companies are using that data to better inform investment decisions, build resilience and identify new opportunities. As our market alert sets out, there are some significant changes from CDP this year in terms of the structure of the questionnaires, the scoring methodology and the disclosure platform. All good improvements that disclosing companies will benefit from understanding. 23,000 companies disclosed through CDP last year and we expect that to be higher again in 2024.

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Happy Earth Day! Check out this blog and learn more about Vince's role in sustainability. Vince's Market

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The US is considering implementing a carbon pricing system on imports to counteract carbon-intensive industrial competition, particularly from China, and to cut emissions. This potential policy shift, spearheaded by climate envoy John Podesta, aims to address the global trading system's failure to account for the carbon footprint of tradable goods. A task force has been established to gather data and develop a policy framework, with a focus on sectors like steel, aluminum, cement, glass, and fertilizer. This move aligns with similar efforts in the EU and China's expansion of carbon permit pricing, reflecting a growing global emphasis on clean trade. #ClimatePolicy #CarbonPricing #Sustainability #CleanEnergy #TradePolicy #EmissionsReduction

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Question. Where did the idea of a circular economy originate? (A: nature). Q. What do we need to do to make the circular economy function better? (A: How does nature do it?) Question: What levers can we use to make the circular economy work better? (Hint: They're economic and regulatory).

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This article highlights some of the "beyond compliance" benefits of verifying GHG statements; Boosting accountability, Accelerating reduction, Showcasing Intent. If any of those sound appealing (and they should!) contact #ULSolutions GHG verification team for support. https://lnkd.in/eZxW5MTD

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EPA proposals would create unprecedented reliability risks around the country. Yet, the EPA doesn't bother to model what those risks would be. Last month, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its finalized rules regulating carbon dioxide emissions from existing coal plants and new natural gas plants. The rules have garnered criticism from industry, grid operators, and lawmakers, including Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), who claimed the regulations would undermine grid reliability at a time when demand for electricity is expected to surge in the coming decades. Given the fact that the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) is already warning that two-thirds of the country is at an elevated or high risk of blackouts in the next few years, you would think the EPA would carefully model the reliability impacts of its latest regulations to ensure they won’t make this problem worse. But you'd be wrong. EPA explicitly states that it "does not conduct operational reliability studies" despite its policies having a huge impact on the grid. Instead, it relies on resource adequacy, which isn't a suitable replacement for a robust reliability analysis. To understand why, read my and Isaac Orr's latest piece below 👇 https://lnkd.in/gKHXMD_u

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