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.
Sustainability Reporting Partner
One member is looking for a consultant to support the development, writing, design, disclosure mapping, and project management for our 2026 Sustainability Report, covering 2025 ESG performance, with final publication targeted for July 1, 2026. The selected firm will collaborate with member to ensure the report: • Meets leading reporting standards • Provides transparent, accurate, and decision-useful information for investors and stakeholders • Reflects our strategic narrative and expanded business footprint • Supports ESG rater and ranker information disclosures Read More
Sticking with SBTI?
One member asks, “Are members still pursuing SBTi and SBTi validation for targets? As SBTi continues to fine-tune the next Corporate Net-Zero Standard we are finding it is becoming less business friendly and more complex. Simultaneously, we are aware that many large companies are moving away from the SBTi framework and opting to set internal science-based targets. Is SBTi still the gold standard or are others considering other frameworks like ISO? Would deeply appreciate it if any members are willing to share their experience particularly if they have moved away from SBTi.” Read More
Financial Performance of vPPAs
One member asks, “For Trellis Network members that have procured EACs through vPPAs, how have you had success with making the business case to financial teams? What data have you found to be most useful? How are you demonstrating past and projected financial performance of vPPAs?” Read More
Scope 3 Emissions at a Country Level
One member asks, “We calculate our Scope 3 emissions inventory at a global, corporate level - do any members have experience calculating Scope 3 emissions at a country level? If yes, is anyone willing to connect for a benchmarking discussion on calculation methodologies?” Read More
Datamaran and Other Data-driven Platforms
One member asks, "We are leading a materiality assessment next year. We are not hit by the CSRD so are not required to do a fully-compliant CSRD double materiality assessment but I do plan on doing a "double materiality light" assessment (as we did last time in 2023 with a big four firm leading). Does anyone have recommendations for data-driven platforms? I have heard positive views of Datamaran but wondered what experience you have had with them and/or other data-driven tools/methodologies." Read More