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SEC & Beyond, US Climate Policy Explained. While the SEC Climate-Related Disclosures rule was much anticipated and is still being debated across the United States, companies may be required to report ESG metrics and climate disclosures as mandated by other policies. Download the US Climate Policy & Reporting Guide for key deadlines and tips to start preparing your organization and ESG reporting program for any climate-related regulation that comes your way. Read More

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Metals and minerals play a pivotal role in driving the energy transition efforts globally. From copper and lithium to nickel and cobalt, these essential resources are powering the development of solar panels, wind turbines, and batteries, plus alloys such as steel form the backbone of infrastructure. Read More

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Climate leaders are integrating co-benefits like ecological restoration into their net-zero strategies. A new Carbon Direct report, written in collaboration with Meta, aims to build the supply of high-quality carbon removal projects that promote biodiversity. The priorities and incentives of effective carbon dioxide removal and ecological restoration projects aren’t always aligned. This has led to a shortage of high-quality carbon removal credits that deliver these co-benefits. Read More

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As public awareness grows around the issue of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, corporations are looking to reduce their carbon footprint and lessen their emissions impacts. Constellation's white paper, "Reducing Corporate Greenhouse Gas Emissions: A Guide to Scope 1, 2 and 3 Emissions" can help kickstart these efforts. Read More

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Discover the top cleantech trends in 2024! This comprehensive report provides valuable insights into the future of the clean energy industry. With solar and wind power projected to account for nearly 50% of capacity and 30% of electricity generation in Europe by 2025, staying informed about these rapidly growing sectors is crucial. Additionally, the increasing demand for low-carbon products presents both challenges and opportunities for manufacturers. Certification plays a vital role in ensuring carbon reduction promises are met and maintaining a level playing field. Read More

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While reports and surveys indicate that consumers broadly care about protecting the environment, knowledge about the most sustainable forms of packaging is limited. The story of International Paper (IP) began more than 125 years ago, with a focus on manufacturing a highly adaptable fiber-based product that changed the world through the proliferation of newspapers. Since the company’s origin, the world has undergone dramatic change. Containerboard mills convert trees to pulp and paper, and thus from an ordinary source, an extraordinary renewable resource is transformed into useful products. Read More

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Biofuels are emerging as a critical driver in the fight against climate change, offering a sustainable solution for decarbonizing hard-to-electrify transport sectors like aviation and shipping. But will there be enough biofuels to meet ambitious net-zero goals? S&P Global Commodity Insights dives deep into this essential question in our latest report. Download your copy today and gain insights into: Read More

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The Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM) has emerged as a crucial tool, empowering companies to fund essential carbon projects, yet given the evolving landscape and absence of standardized guidance, the VCM is often difficult to navigate. Read More

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S&P Global Commodity Insights takes a deep dive into the many macro- and micro-level factors that are likely to impact the global chemicals markets in the first half of 2024. While the challenges of overcapacity and low demand still linger for some chemicals, market participants are keeping a close eye on developments in China, where the property sector has been struggling and exports of many chemicals have soared in recent years. Read More

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The Criteria for High-Quality Carbon Dioxide Removal provides a set of science-based benchmarks for the development of carbon dioxide removal projects that can be used by stakeholders across the industry to drive just, effective climate action at scale. Developed through a collaboration between Microsoft and Carbon Direct, the 2023 edition of the Criteria incorporates both the latest science and equity considerations to advance the common definitions for high-quality carbon dioxide removal solutions and expand on the practical applications of environmental justice. Read More