Can Europe’s community-owned renewables compete with Big Energy?

Local wind and solar cooperatives have been instrumental in fostering Europe’s renewable energy growth. Now, as multinational corporations play an ever-larger role in efforts to decarbonize Europe’s economy, the EU is looking to bolster these grassroots clean-energy initiatives. Read More

Amazon aims to clean up aviation

With more supply deals and investments in new players, we'll see if the logistics world leader can green up one of the hardest-to-abate sectors. Read More

The future of corporate water action

Ceres calls on companies to create net-positive water impacts, ensure the human right to water and to strengthen water governance and policies, with the goal of fulfilling these actions by 2030. Read More

New CSOs for UPS, Chanel; Los Angeles names climate crisis director

Plus, the world's first big-city Climate Emergency Mobilization Office gets a director, and boards are bringing on more diversity. Read More

SteelZero commitments represent a new era in heavy manufacturing production

Steel is an unavoidable material in modern building, so builders and designers are signally it is time for manufacturers to start investing in net zero emissions steel. Read More

Can banks reverse course to become a solution to global deforestation?

Criticism of banks' financing of environmentally destructive industries continues to grow, but a new report argues they could play a critical role in protecting forests and driving climate action. Read More

Why forest-based carbon trading is poised to go mainstream

These examples show tried-and-tested alternatives that are ready to scale up with the support of climate finance. Read More

Why younger generations are more willing to change in the name of sustainability

The next generation is looking for brands to lead the way and want brands to create change with them, not just for them. Read More

Companies that want a diverse workforce should pay attention to public transit

As companies start planning for a return to the office, they should consider how to support their employees getting there. Read More

Janet Yellen is the US Treasury secretary — here's what she can do about climate change

Yellen was confirmed by U.S. Senate to be the Treasury secretary this week. Read More