Transitioning from Disposable Coffee Cups

One member asks, “We are wondering if any companies have transitioned away from offering disposable coffee cups to employees as part of their operational waste reduction strategy and how did that go? If they did transition from disposable, did they provide employees with reusable cups/tumblers to use in the office? Any insights or lessons learned from the process would be much appreciated!” Read More

“Greenwashing” Claims Policy

One member asks, “Given the increase in greenwashing regulations and overall scrutiny from providing misleading statements, my team has been discussing the development of an internal “claims policy” to clearly define how employees can most accurately communicate our sustainability and climate-related achievements. Have any members implemented something similar? If so, is it a standalone policy, or is it incorporated into an existing environmental, sustainability, or ESG policy? Any examples, lessons learned, or general guidance would be greatly appreciated. Read More

Marketing and Communications Agencies

One member asks, “Can you recommend a marketing and communications agency that can grasp complex content, act as a strategic thought partner, and go beyond pure asset production — with a focus on sustainability positioning?” Read More

vPPA Conversation

One member asks, “I would love to be connected with my peers who have executed vPPAs and are open to sharing lessons learned.” Let me know if you’re interested in sharing your experiences with this member. Read More

Re-baselining/Restating GHG Emissions

One member is seeking feedback on how other companies do re-baselining / re-statements on their GHG emissions. Read More

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