ESG Today

MARCH 19, 2023

See below for the highlights of the past week, and get all your ESG news at ESG Today: Sustainability Goals, Initiatives and Achievements Nestlé, Starbucks, Microsoft Back Closed Loop Partners’ Circular Economy Infrastructure Platform Whirlpool Reaches Zero Waste to Landfill Across Global Manufacturing Sites Shell Says Climate Lawsuits Won’t Help Energy (..)

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3BL Media

MAY 20, 2024

The CDP rating of A- for our climate commitment demonstrates the strength of our efforts to do our part to help find a solution. This community, led by the World Economic Forum, is committed to accelerating decarbonization and expanding partnerships across global value chains. degree pathway for our Scope 1 and 2 targets.

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GreenBiz

JULY 27, 2020

We're getting recognized by CDP or MSCI or ISS for that, which we find very gratifying. Obviously, one of the toughest areas and processes to decarbonize is manufacturing. Mahon: I don't think they changed. It feels like directionally we're headed in the right way. What solutions are you exploring for your production facilities?

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Sustainable Development Network

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

The Net Zero on Campus initiative aims to facilitate the sharing of lessons and resources to accelerate the decarbonization of college and university campuses around the world. manufacturers in both HICs and LMICs) to understand and engage in sustainability action before updating our procurement policies. Manufacturers (i.e.

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We Mean Business Coalition

MARCH 24, 2023

Energy In South Africa, wind turbine manufacturer Vestas has won a 370 MW order for three new wind farms. It aims to spend the next six months exploring the challenges related to HGV decarbonization and co-developing potential solutions. The order comes from Cape Town-based independent power producer Red Rocket.

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We Mean Business Coalition

MAY 19, 2023

France has put forward its own plan to support a decarbonized reindustrialization of the country. CISL says this is a ‘crucial piece’ of the energy decarbonization puzzle which can help G7 countries meet commitments made last month to accelerate the clean energy transition.

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We Mean Business Coalition

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

As customers demand greener products and services, investors seek out the next big climate solution, and governments legislate to cut emissions, companies know they need to decarbonize, and fast. Ambition: Has the company set the right decarbonization targets? Collaboration is key. Other countries will follow.

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B the Change

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

It brings supplies to manufacturers and products to retailers or consumers. T&L is among the top 10 emissions sources in most industries , according to research based on CDP reporting. Shippers are the companies — whether suppliers, manufacturers, or retailers — that need cargo shipped from place to place.

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We Mean Business Coalition

MAY 12, 2023

GFANZ confirmed that the chapter will launch in June, and will support local financial institutions to decarbonize their investments and help the country to meet its net zero goal. In Nigeria, Chinese bus manufacturer Yutong has agreed a deal with local renewable energy company Oando to deploy 12,000 electric buses on the country’s roads.

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We Mean Business Coalition

MARCH 31, 2023

Priorities during the first phase of Taylor Wimpey’s plan include improving home energy efficiency, procuring renewable electricity for new sites, finding alternatives to diesel generators and decarbonizing supply chains for key materials. US-based software company Toyo Seikan Group Holdings, Ltd.

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3BL Media

JULY 29, 2022

Despite these global challenges, Gildan continued its leadership in responsible apparel manufacturing and closed-off the year with strong ESG performance and further progress against its strategic initiatives. “We Received a “B” score on climate change and water security from CDP. 18% reduction in water intensity compared to 2018.

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GreenBiz

JULY 27, 2020

We're getting recognized by CDP or MSCI or ISS for that, which we find very gratifying. Obviously, one of the toughest areas and processes to decarbonize is manufacturing. Mahon: I don't think they changed. It feels like directionally we're headed in the right way. What solutions are you exploring for your production facilities?

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We Mean Business Coalition

MARCH 10, 2023

Signals of change in the net zero transition this week include a major industrial decarbonization project in Germany and carbon-capturing tequila in Mexico. Japan, alongside the other G7 countries, committed last year to largely decarbonize their power sectors by 2035, but Tokyo has yet to map out a clear path for the goal.

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ESG Today

JUNE 30, 2024

C-Aligned Climate Transition Plans Jumps 44% in a Year: CDP C-aligned climate transition plans; BNP Paribas AM requires portfolio companies to integrate climate component into executive compensation, and more.

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Corporate Knights

APRIL 22, 2024

Source: CDP filings; Environment and Climate Change Canada; Corporate Knights research Others point out that these strategies may do little more than reinforce actions cities were already taking. But both Buchanan and Dunsby caution against the notion that there’s a silver bullet when it comes to decarbonizing cities.

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We Mean Business Coalition

JUNE 9, 2023

Net zero signals of change this week include billions of euros for industrial decarbonization in Germany. As well as the delivery from the world’s second largest EV manufacturer, which is considering building new EV plants in the region, PT Blue Bird will purchase a smaller number from Hyundai.

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We Mean Business Coalition

JULY 10, 2023

Companies restoring Texan forests and government plans for decarbonizing shipping are among this week’s net zero Signals of Change. Built Environment & Heavy Industry Swedish vehicle manufacturer Scania has signed a contract with H2 Green Steel for its first order of low-emission steel.

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We Mean Business Coalition

MAY 5, 2023

The latest signals of change include EV manufacturing interest in Thailand and solar farm innovations supporting biodiversity. Transport Founding EV100 member LeasePlan has taken significant steps forward in its partnership with G4S to decarbonize the company’s vehicle fleet by 2040.

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We Mean Business Coalition

MARCH 17, 2023

And this year’s Global Supply Chains Report from CDP has shown which companies took the necessary action on supply chain emissions in 2022. Of the more than 18,500 companies disclosing to CDP in 2022, roughly 7,000 said that they engaged their suppliers on climate change issues. million homes. million homes. German energy giant E.ON

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We Mean Business Coalition

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Under the new standards, truck manufacturers will need to cut the average emissions of new trucks by 45% in 2030, 65% in 2035, and 90% in 2040. Focused on the decarbonization of semiconductor supply chains, the initiative aims to provide opportunities for suppliers to participate in utility-scale power purchase agreements (PPAs).

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We Mean Business Coalition

JULY 21, 2023

The letter, signed by firms including Cemex, British Steel and Kingfisher, states that the UK risks being left behind in the green transition as other countries compete to incentivize economy-wide decarbonization. First Solar – the largest solar manufacturer in the U.S. sealed a deal to supply Israel’s Energix with 5 GW of panels.

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We Mean Business Coalition

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

And over additional 40 businesses have signed the World Green Building Council’s commitment to decarbonize the built environment across their portfolios and business activities. At COP26, focus turned to industrial decarbonization, with several key developments across the harder-to-abate sectors. . Business Ambition for 1.5°C

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GreenBiz

MARCH 8, 2021

"I think one of the things that also distinguishes the pledge is a commitment to sending these market signals, the demand for the products and services that companies need to help us decarbonize." . Katrina Shum is challenging the personal care industry to get naked. . As North American sustainability manager for 25-year-old U.K.

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