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Greenhushing, the practice of companies staying silent about their sustainability efforts and progress, has gained traction as a surefire tactic to avoid greenwashing accusations. But keeping mum could present just as much risk for both companies and the planet.

In the growing field of sustainability communications, where getting it right can yield improved reputation and market share, those working for film studios and television networks are eager to mentor those outside the entertainment sector to think bigger.

The Catalyzing Women’s Entrepreneurship program addresses the challenges women entrepreneurs face, particularly access to capital and training, to help raise their incomes and close economic opportunity gender gaps.

Unless satellites are calibrated by the same measurements in forests all over the world, carbon markets can't measure carbon with the accuracy the world needs. A coalition of scientists is working on a solution.

Despite layoffs at major tech companies attracting media attention, the demand for entry-level tech talent is steadily growing, and employers are coming up short. Challenging the perception that older employees will struggle to work with technology could help fill the gaps.

The California State Legislature has until the end of the month to decide whether to delay a pair of climate disclosure bills that require companies to report greenhouse gas emissions and climate-related financial risks: SB 253 and 261. Experts and businesses say the delay is unnecessary.

New research proposes a new, more expansive way to look at companies’ contribution to global net-zero.

Sustainability professionals are using artificial intelligence (AI) to help with tasks like improving energy efficiency and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, but others are concerned it will do more harm than good for their company's sustainability. There's a lot to consider, but with the right precautions, AI could be a benefit.

About 90 percent of 200 of the world’s largest public companies are maintaining or accelerating their net zero commitments, according to a PwC survey. A few challenges are slowing progress toward these goals, but the obstacles are surmountable with the right plan in place.

Most school supplies are difficult to recycle and can't be placed in curbside bins. This back-to-school season, Staples is making it easier to recycle mixed material items like backpacks, crayons and calculators by expanding its in-store recycling program.

Traditional financing options don't meet the needs of most small businesses. Momentus Capital is taking a new approach with a $171 million Equitable Prosperity Fund that offers funding to growing businesses in underserved communities without asking founders to give up equity or ownership.

A shortage of employees with green skills, a variety of abilities needed to develop a sustainable economy, is limiting the growth of the renewable energy industry. DSD Renewables is leading on-the-job training and internship programs to increase the number of qualified candidates.