Investing in Entrepreneurs to Help Solve Our Climate Crisis
Increasingly, business executives are more forcefully acknowledging that the clock is ticking to address the growing growing climate crisis.
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As Consumers Shift Toward Conscious Companies, Communication Is King
As people continue to seek out companies with a conscience, consumer-facing sectors like apparel must master the art of sustainability communication to survive and thrive, industry experts said during Climate Week.
Standing Up for Climate Refugees In Latin America
The NGO Tent Partnership for Refugees works with companies to assist climate refugees worldwide - most recently in Latin America with Venezuelan refugees.
For Chef José Andrés, It’s More than Feeding the Hungry: It’s Building Food Resiliency
For José Andrés and World Central Kitchen, the front lines are disaster-ravaged communities in need of a hot meal; but long-term, his focus is on resilience.
In the Wake of Climate Week, Here’s a Future Roadmap for Forests
As we were often reminded during Climate Week, forests are in full retreat around the world - but this roadmap could help reverse these trends.
2019 Climate Action Summit: Businesses Are Pulling Governments Toward a Net Zero Economy
At the recent Climate Action Summit, we expected national leaders to announce ambitious commitments to combat climate change-but the ambition of these announcements does not match the urgency that climate change demands.
After Climate Week: Sustainable Finance for the One Percent
In the wake of Climate Week, some in the financial sector are realizing they need to assess their risks - and not just through the lens of the one percent.
Energy Efficiency Alone Could Halve U.S. Emissions by 2050
Research shows energy efficiency measures can slash U.S. energy use and emissions 50 percent by 2050, moving the country halfway towards its climate goals.
Emboldening Climate Change Wallflowers – How Can We Help Them Reframe the Debate?
A question as Climate Week ends: How can you persuade "climate wallflowers" to re-invent their inner monologue so they feel comfortable taking action?
Mars Commits to 1.5C Climate Goals with ‘Pledge For Planet’ Plan
Mars launched a 'Pledge For Planet' plan to reduce emissions on order to meet the most ambitious aim of the Paris Accords – limit temperature rise to 1.5C.
Amazon's Commitment to Rivian Reflects the Shift of Delivery Fleets to All-Electric Vehicles
Amazon's investment in Rivian reflects an ongoing trend in which more global delivery fleets are incorporating electric vehicles.
Lessons from Climate Week: 3 Things Needed to Accelerate Change
A Climate Week reminder that three ingredients are needed to take on climate change - starting with partnerships between companies, governments and NGOs.
Harnessing Satellite Technology Could Boost Climate Action
As we hear more warnings about dire outcomes during this week’s Climate Action Summit, a new initiative using satellite data may be part of the solution.
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3BL Forum 2019: Brands Taking Stands—What's Next?
Beyond Climate Week: Why Environmental Literacy Matters to Your Company
A key reason why Hannon Armstrong has emerged as a climate action leader is because of its sharp focus on “environmental literacy.”
During Climate Week, U.N. Calls For 'Ambition Loop' Between Companies and Governments
At the Climate Action Summit in New York this week, U.N. leaders called for an “ambition loop” in which governments and businesses play off one another to ultimately drive climate action to the next level.
Bloomberg Supports UN Call to End Coal by 2020, But Much Work Lies Ahead
Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg announced support for the U.N.'s initiative to stop the development of new coal-fired power plants after 2020.
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Changing the Game: The Sports and Entertainment Sector Embraces the SDGs
Now Is the Time To Address Climate Change, Says This Executive
As heads of state, business leaders, NGOs and activists gather in New York for Climate Week, John Marler of sports and entertainment company AEG is calling on the private sector to step up and do more.
Salesforce Launches Yesteryear’s Climate Action Tool
Just before Climate Week, Salesforce introduced its Sustainability Cloud with an aim to “empower every business to drive impactful climate action.”
Global Climate Strike Moves the Needle on Employee Activism
Public enthusiasm for the Global Climate Strike was a given, but U.S. companies were slow to catch on at first. Today's crowds indicate a sea change is on.
The Usual Suspects Are Ready for the Global Climate Strike
Only a few well-known brands have publicly endorsed participation by their employees in the Global Climate Strike. Will we see more joining the ranks?<br />
Digital Global Climate Strike a Step Ahead for Corporate Sustainability
Over 1,000 websites and tech firms say they will join the "Digital Global Climate Strike." Will this online walkout move the needle on employee activism?
Lush Closing Operations and Mobilizing Employees to Strike for the Climate
September 20 won't be business-as-usual at Lush, as the cosmetics and personal care company will shut down its operations so employees can join the Global Climate Strike.
Bill Gates, Ban Ki-Moon Launch $1.8 Trillion Climate Resilience Roadmap
As Climate Week draws near, Bill Gates and former U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon have mapped out a $1.8 trillion blueprint to bolster climate resilience worldwide.
The Path That Led to Amazon Employees Joining the Global Climate Strike
Hundreds of employees, maybe even more, at Amazon are prepared to take to the streets to join the upcoming Global Climate Strike on September 20.