Decarbonization
Carrot, stick or scissors: Is it time to leave suppliers behind?
Many companies’ sustainability plans include bringing suppliers along on the journey, but when is it time to move away from those that are moving too slowly? Read More
New sustainability initiatives from URW reflect consumer desires to live a more eco-conscious lifestyle
Sponsored: New research from URW reveals strong customer demand for eco-conscious products and environmentally responsible practices from companies. Read More
5 Practical Steps for Decarbonizing the Industrial Sector Right Away
The industrial sector accounts for more than 1/3 of global greenhouse gas emissions. Not only are governments, global consortia, and regulatory agencies pushing for the industrial sector to achieve net zero operations to slow climate change, but consumers are also demanding greater sustainability from the companies from which they purchase. Three out of four Fortune 100 companies have made commitments to reduce emissions. However, simply outlining plans and talking about solutions aren’t enough—consumers and regulatory groups are demanding real, measurable results. Read More
It’s time to electrify industry’s process heat — with heat pumps
Industry accounts for more than 25 percent of U.S. energy use and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. A familiar but little-used technology could help. Read More
Salesforce Climate Action Plan: Our Journey to Net Zero
The consequences of global temperatures rising more than 1.5°C are extreme and far-reaching for nature, humans, businesses, and our collective future. Scientists agree that globally we must reduce emissions by 50% by 2030 and achieve net zero emissions by mid-century. That’s why Salesforce is committed to doing all we can to limit global warming to 1.5°C. We are rapidly advancing our sustainability program, integrating climate action into the core of our business to ultimately deliver on this shared, planetary goal of a more sustainable and equitable future. Read More
On the road to wireless charging
Electreon, WiTricity and others envision a network of strategic corridors with wireless, in-road charging that could gradually power vehicles along a route, rather than all at once at the destination. Read More
EVs require mined minerals. What if Indigenous people say no to more mining?
Governments and industry need to ramp up their partnership game to bring new minerals to market in time to be part of a net-zero solution. Read More
Carbon markets can bridge gap to sustainability goals
Sponsored: Carbon markets provide an opportunity to bridge the gap between current commodity markets and supply chain-based goals. Read More
IPCC: Revolutionary changes in transportation could slow global warming, if done right
Systemic changes under way in the transportation sector from electric vehicles to ride sharing could begin lowering that emissions footprint. But will they reduce emissions enough? Read More
How climate change is disrupting the global supply chain
Extreme weather, from floods to wildfires, is increasingly hammering ports, highways and factories worldwide. Read More