Communications
Why it’s time to find a new term for ‘carbon neutral’
Higher standards of integrity and transparency have contributed to the decline of 2006's Word of the Year. Read More
PepsiCo and Etsy are trying a new way to track emissions reductions
New methodologies from the Task Force for Corporation Action Transparency offer tools to measure investments meant to reduce supply chain emissions. Read More
The employee climate advocacy playbook: Lessons from inside Microsoft and Alphabet
Despite headwinds facing ESG initiatives, employee climate engagement is surging. Read More
For stakeholder trust, prioritize human dialogue over AI
A return to in-person dialogues can help improve stakeholder engagement and sustainability impact. Read More
How low-quality carbon credits killed a sustainability buzzword
Court cases and media exposés have prompted many companies to abandon “carbon-neutral” claims. New legislation may doom the concept altogether. Read More
Supply chain leaders are stealth weapons in the drive to net zero
Recent appointments by Levi's, Apple and others reflect the growing clout of procurement work — and a muted forward-march for sustainability. Read More
Apple loses court case over ‘CO2 neutral’ watch claim
The ruling by a German court puts such "neutrality" claims in jeopardy across many companies and sectors. Read More
‘Nature positive’ is not a slogan – it’s an inspiring ambition and a measurable goal
One pointed response to our list of clichés to avoid. Read More
14 sustainability clichés to retire in 2025
Introducing the Trellis Glossary of Overused and Underwhelming Communication hampering your messaging. Read More
How the anti-ESG movement is reshaping corporate sustainability reports
When companies maintain disclosures despite potential backlash, it's because those practices are integrated into operations. Read More
