John Davies
John Davies leads the Trellis Network, a member-based, peer-to-peer learning forum for sustainability professionals. The network is made up of senior executives from $1 billion-plus corporations working together to share best practices and lessons learned for implementing sustainable development programs. Davies is an experienced entrepreneur and innovator who has applied his business and management skills to launching start-ups as well as improving the operations of existing businesses. Davies is a frequent keynote speaker at international events, is well-known for his supply chain and sustainability expertise and is the author of numerous articles in business, industry and educational publications. John received his bachelor’s degree from SUNY at Fredonia and his master’s degree from the University of Delaware.
Evaluating sustainability software? Here’s 5 smart tips to get started
So long, spreadsheets. Here’s what you need to know about assessing sustainability software, a $1.2 billion (and growing) market. Read More
Double Materiality Consultants
CSRD is coming and one member asked for recommendations for consultants members have worked with on double materiality. Read More
SBTi Target Setting
One member asks, “Do any GBEN members have experience with their company either “pulling out” of the SBTi target validation process post-submittal, or putting it on hold somehow with SBTi? How did the process work, what was SBTi’s reaction, and given that our commitment isn’t due for over 1 year, did the “on hold” action stay private with SBTi?" Read More
Procurement and Sustainable Sourcing
During the recent GBEN meeting in Chicago, there was a discussion about Procurement and Sustainable Sourcing. Specifically, members are interested in resources such as things like a best practice toolkit for procurement or training resources for suppliers. Please share what you can as GreenBiz is looking into how we can share successful practices with procurement and sourcing teams at member companies. Read More
CEBA for Renewables
One member asks, "Have any members used CEBA, and can they provide their experiences and/or advice on using it vs. direct procurement of renewables?" Read More
Meeting Decarbonization Goals
One member asks, "How are companies providing opportunities for their staff to contribute to the business' decarbonization efforts/goals?" Read More
Scope 3 Category 1
One member asks, "Do others include medical insurance premiums in their Scope 3 Category 1, since premiums are oftentimes a proxy for medical services? We’ve done some research and can’t find a direct answer in the GHGP – specifically related to medical insurance (not liability, etc.) Curious as to whether others include them or exclude them." Read More
Integrating a Wholly Owned Subsidiary
One member asks, "Does anyone have experience with wholly owned subsidiaries – either integrating them or being integrated as one – and how they handled ESG reporting, goals, etc. What did you do, what worked, what didn’t?" Read More
Organization Recommendations
One member asks, "I'd like to dip into the groups' collective knowledge on a couple of things: • Is anyone familiar with organizations that support environmental education and research expeditions for staff? For example, the Earthwatch Institute and Discover Corps? Read More
Trusted Advisor?
One member asks, "I am looking for an executive coach that can help with speaking to senior leaders (CFO, CEO) to demonstrate sustainability/ESG value, but also to develop the skills to be relied upon as a trusted advisor. Do you know of people?" Read More