The week in climate policy: 4 updates you need to know
The EU exits an outdated energy treaty; California’s Chamber of Commerce again attempts to delay the state’s corporate emission disclosure laws.
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How construction products giant CRH plans to cut emissions 30% by 2030
Last year, the company recycled 43.9 million metric tons of byproducts and waste from other industries into raw materials and fuels for its own products.
Health and climate top consumers’ concerns about the food system, report finds
Consumers rank malnutrition, pesticides, obesity and diet-related health issues, and plastic waste from packaging as the most concerning aspects of the food system, according to an EAT-GlobeScan survey.
Science Based Targets Network taps independent reviewer for nature-related goals
Companies can submit strategies for addressing biodiversity loss in the second half of 2024.
$160 million in circular manufacturing funds up for grabs
44 projects are hoping to get investment from the National Science Foundation in 2025.
White House issues 7 new ‘principles’ to restore integrity to carbon markets
The Biden administration wants to restore confidence in a trade battered by controversy.
4 tips to build, scale a world-class asset-management sustainability strategy
Here’s how private capital firms can create customized sustainability strategies that will pay dividends.
Responsible Sourcing for Retailers and Their Suppliers
Responsible sourcing is becoming a central focus for retailers as a way to strengthen their appeal to consumers while addressing expectations from investors and regulators. This includes de-linking their supply chains from deforestation, natural ecosystem conversion, and human rights abuses.
Ottawa talks signal progress toward plastic treaty, but delegations must pick up pace
With time running out to agree on a legally binding global treaty to end plastic pollution, delegates must hold firm on ambition and drive momentum heading into the final round of negotiations.
Google wants to help other companies eliminate plastic from their packaging
The company will publish a 70-page guide in June detailing how it redesigned its boxes, coatings, enclosures and labels.