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Understanding SB 253: A Guide to California’s New Climate Accountability Standards

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Starting in 2026, on or before a date still to be determined by the California Air Resources Board ( CARB ), covered entities are required to publicly report their previous fiscal year Scope 1 and 2 emissions (e.g., For Scope 1 and 2 emissions, this data must be calculated and reported starting in 2026 with prior fiscal year (2025) data.

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IOC Welcomes Admission As Observer Organisation to UN Climate Change

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International Olympic Committee news This will enable the IOC to engage more effectively with the global efforts to address climate change, underscoring its commitment to reducing emissions and to leveraging the role of sport as an “important enabler” for the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). “We

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New York Bans Fossil Fuels in New Buildings Starting 2026

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I thank my colleagues in the Legislature for their collaboration on a transformational Budget that represents one of the most ambitious packages our state has advanced as we continue the fight against climate change.” The post New York Bans Fossil Fuels in New Buildings Starting 2026 appeared first on ESG Today.

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Canada Launches Regulation Requiring 35% Emissions Reduction from Oil & Gas Companies

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According to Steven Guilbeault, Canada’s Minister of Environment and Climate Change, the new cap-and-trade system was designed to recognize top-performing companies, while incentivizing higher emitters to invest in cleaner production processes.

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Supporting Local Wetlands in Partnership With the Nature Conservancy

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TNC will collaborate with Licking County Soil and Water Conservation District to restore the wetland and expects the effort to begin in early 2026. Bath & Body Works is among four companies providing a combined $1.2

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UK Climate Change Committee Appoints Emma Pinchbeck as New Chief Executive

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The Climate Change Committee (CCC), the UK government’s climate advisor announced today the appointment of Energy UK CEO Emma Pinchbeck as its new Chief Executive. She has also served as Head of Climate Change and Energy at WWF-UK, and has worked in finance and in commercial consulting for start-ups in the energy sector.

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Data Center Developer Equinix Issues $1.2 Billion of Green Bonds

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Project categories eligible for investment under the framework include green buildings, renewable and clean energy, energy efficiency, resource conservation, decarbonization solutions, and climate change adaptation.