Decarbonization
New California law brings sunshine and scrutiny to carbon credit markets
A new law effective Jan. 1 reveals that numerous large companies retired carbon credits generated by a methodology a key industry body flagged as flawed. Read More
BlackRock’s exit from once-heralded net-zero group creates climate finance chaos
The asset manager's withdrawal follows the departure by the Big Six U.S. banks from another net-zero alliance, raising in short order questions about the future of financing climate goals. Read More
Carbon pricing is gaining momentum. Here’s what you should know
Existing programs are set to expand to cover additional emission sources, and several new mechanisms are expected to launch in the next two years. Read More
10 sustainable fashion trends to watch in 2025
Here's how experts at fashion brands and advocacy groups expect tariffs, policies and material innovations will shape the industry in the year ahead. Read More
Delta Air Lines explores goose-like formation flying to save fuel
Surfing the wake created by another plane could create significant emissions savings for a hard-to-abate industry. Read More
EY Partner David Kennedy to become SBTi’s new CEO
An economist and longtime U.K. leader in climate action, Kennedy comes to the flagship organization as it resets from a chaotic past year. Read More
Walmart missed its latest emissions reduction goal: 3 reasons why
Old refrigerators, a higher transportation footprint and a slowdown in renewable energy expansion drive 3.9 percent increase. Read More
Coca-Cola’s confusing emissions claims draw fire
Inconsistent and confusing public disclosures muddle attempts to assess corporate ambitions on climate. Read More
How Aldi plans to grow its store footprint 30% and still halve emissions
Sticking to climate goals and pushing for growth is tricky, but Aldi has a plan — with natural refrigerants at its core. Read More
2024 in review: the year in corporate sustainability
Plus: what’s in store for 2025. Read More