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To achieve net-zero, let’s agree on one definition of success

GreenBiz

To achieve net-zero, let’s agree on one definition of success. At the other extreme, a cautious, crystal-clear set of climate goals is too incremental in this time of emergency. We suggest leaders spell out an organizational definition of net-zero to enable the Paris Agreement’s aim of net-zero global emissions by mid-century.

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When you think climate change, you need to think about water

GreenBiz

When you think climate change, you need to think about water. While a growing number of companies such as Arcadis are creating solutions and investing in ways to combat climate change issues, there's still untapped potential for water investment, according to industry experts participating in the recent GreenFin virtual event.

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Definitive Guide to ESG

GreenBiz

This Definitive Guide to Getting Started with an ESG Program is a comprehensive resource full of tips, advice and examples to help companies implement and manage ESG as a part of a complete risk and compliance strategy.

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Australia’s land-use emissions data revisions are an engine of climate delay

Renew Economy

An Australian state government once "solved" the problems of late trains by changing the definition of late. The same thinking applies to climate change. The post Australia’s land-use emissions data revisions are an engine of climate delay appeared first on RenewEconomy.

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Mars, Cargill put nature regeneration goals alongside avoiding climate catastrophe

GreenBiz

Mars, Cargill put nature regeneration goals alongside avoiding climate catastrophe. Over 1,000 companies have committed to science-based targets for climate change, but the Science Based Targets Network (SBTN) thinks companies need to start making science-based commitments on nature as well as for climate. Jesse Klein.

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What does 'climate risk' actually mean?

GreenBiz

If you stick around the world of sustainable business long enough, you’re sure to see an immutable march of memes — terms that rise up and become popularized, often without agreed-upon definitions. That is, it’s no longer just about “What business is doing to the climate.” It’s also about “What the climate is doing to business.”.

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The Landscape of Corporate Climate Claims

GreenBiz

This paper helps companies: Review the 12 key initiatives setting guidance and regulation on climate action claims by business and compare the varying approaches. Understand the definitions of varying claims companies can make.