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Since the science on climate isn't changing, the race to zero is a true race against time. ⏳ But how do we empower the small and medium-sized companies driving our economy to join the race? In a new B Lab Forces for Good podcast episode, host Irving X Chan Gomez sat down with our manager of Net Zero Engagement, Race to Zero (Climate High-Level Champions), Jane Eisenhardt, and Cecilia Plicco from #BCorp Chiesi Group to tackle this question. They explored the practical strategies, alliances and innovations that empower businesses of all sizes to lead on climate action. Tune in to learn how companies are stepping up in the race to zero emissions. Listen now 🎧: https://lnkd.in/ecHg_3sa

Your greatest climate asset is your talent. While over 80% of employees are willing to act on climate, their energy often goes untapped without the proper structure—costing companies valuable innovation and leadership development. Building on insights from the renowned EDF Climate Corps program, the Environmental Defense Fund’s Net Zero Action Accelerator activates this talent by developing leaders through a new framework of cross-functional cohorts designed to: ✅ Foster innovation and a culture of shared ownership and climate action. ✅ Retain and upskill talent for career growth and internal visibility. ✅ Deliver business-aligned climate solutions that strengthen resilience. We are seeking medium- to large-sized North American companies with climate commitments to co-design and pilot this model. We will provide mentorship and tools at no cost to help your teams move from idea to action. Let's connect to see if your organization is a fit. Learn more in Sustainable Brands: https://lnkd.in/eMbiTgBu #EmployeeEngagement #Innovation #LeadershipDevelopment #ClimateAction

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed to eliminate GHG emissions reporting for nearly all industrial sectors, while delaying reporting for oil and gas facilities under Subpart W of the Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). This move would undercut the nation's most comprehensive source of emissions data, eroding investor confidence and putting U.S. companies at a global disadvantage. Maintaining the GHGRP is a cornerstone of transparency, regulatory certainty and competitiveness. High-quality data is critical for companies to: 🔹 Benchmark performance 🔹 Demonstrate transparency to stakeholders 🔹 Align with tightening international disclosure standards Provide your perspective and signal your support for the GHGRP by submitting public comments to the EPA by November 3. ➡️ Submit comments here: https://lnkd.in/eJgehNji For more context on this critical issue, read our latest Climate Policy newsletter. ➡️ Read the newsletter: https://lnkd.in/euCr2RmX

“Community itself is a climate solution.” That’s the philosophy behind Drew Wilkinson’s work helping companies and individuals build thriving green networks. On our latest episode of the #DegreesPodcast, he shares his journey from punk musician to Microsoft sustainability leader to founder of The Climate Leadership Collective—and what he’s learned about turning connections into action. 🎧 Tune in: https://lnkd.in/eBDmKgEF #ClimateCareers #GreenJobs #Community

Failing to manage methane emissions exposes companies and their investors to serious risk. ⚠️ When ADNOC walked away from its bid to acquire Santos last month, poor methane management was a deciding factor. The result? A $2B hit to Santos’ market value almost overnight. For investors, the takeaway is clear: companies will be scrutinized on the robustness of their efforts to manage methane. What investors should be asking oil & gas companies: ➡️ Have you joined OGMP 2.0? ➡️ Have you set a “near-zero” methane emissions intensity target? ➡️ Do you report emissions transparently, including from NOJVs? Learn more in a new blog by Andrew Howell and Charlotte Hanson: https://lnkd.in/eNSYY922

The story told in “Sea Change” is a powerful example of what can be achieved when partnerships unite to protect both an industry and the communities at its core. 🌊 The new book, co-authored by Environmental Defense Fund’s Executive Director Amanda Leland, details how fishermen, scientists, regulators and environmentalists came together to build a more sustainable, climate-smart seafood industry in the U.S. It’s great to see real-life proof points of stakeholder collaboration adopting solutions that benefit people, the planet, and businesses. 📚 Read it here: https://lnkd.in/gaTmPe6j

New Task Force for Corporate Action Transparency (TCAT) has released frameworks to fill a key reporting gap, providing companies with standardized tools to account for their climate actions and demonstrate credible results. “This approach can both hold companies to the highest standards of transparency and rigor, while creating space for innovation,” says EDF’s Angela Churie Kallhauge. We're excited to see how pilot companies use these new frameworks to report on their emissions reduction efforts in real-time. The Wall Street Journal’s Yusuf Khan reports on the frameworks: https://lnkd.in/d5Y9eMK5 #ClimateAction #Transparency #CorporateResponsibility

New #DegreesPodcast episode! 🎧 We’re joined by Nidhi Kaul , Green Economy Lead at LinkedIn, who shares her career path from consulting to product management and, ultimately, to a role helping others land green jobs. Listen to her conversation with host Daniel Hill on building a career in sustainability and how patience and persistence can pay off: https://lnkd.in/eXT9fDH2 🌎 #GreenJobs #ClimateJobs

Thousands of attendees will soon travel to Belém for #COP30. ✈️ The Sustainable Aviation Buyers Alliance (SABA) has launched a new initiative to help reduce flight emissions. Through the new COP30 SAF platform, conference travelers can calculate and address their aviation-related emissions by purchasing high-integrity sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) sourced from SkyNRG. “SABA has done the hard work of vetting the best-in-class SAF so buyers can feel confident their purchase will deliver a meaningful climate impact, while sending a clear message to policy makers and the market that high integrity SAF is in demand,” says EDF’s Elizabeth Sturcken. 🧳 Traveling to COP? Learn more: https://lnkd.in/erYuF45J #SAF #SustainableFlight