How to Stay the Course Toward A Low Carbon Future: Three Effective Corporate Strategies

Fri, 08/18/2017 - 12:15

Despite contemporary obstacles on the road to climate action, companies, non-profits and cities recognize addressing climate change is important and are continuing their work to achieve climate success. Holly Emerson, Ingersoll Rand senior sustainability analyst, shares 3 strategies to help businesses achieve a low-carbon future. She recommends establishing a long-term climate commitment, empowering customers to reduce their carbon footprints and encouraging authentic employee engagement.

NRG Biodiversity Spotlight | Cedar Bayou EcoCenter

Tue, 08/22/2017 - 09:35

NRG Energy operates the Cedar Bayou EcoCenter on Galveston Bay in Texas to increase public awareness of the needs of the ecosystem, offer wetland education and develop solutions for coastal issues and restoration.

Brightening Our Corner Newsletter - August 2017

Wed, 08/16/2017 - 15:45

Water Supply Diversification Continues Rising to Reach Resiliency, Reliability Goals

Wed, 08/16/2017 - 13:45

Objectives for developing alternative water supplies to increase availability and improve water system resilience continue as top priorities for resource stakeholders. This year more than 50 percent of Strategic Directions: Water Industry Report respondents cited resiliency as an increasingly important driver for ensuring reliable water system delivery.

Trump Won't Stop Americans Hitting the Paris Climate Targets. Here's How We Do It

Mon, 08/14/2017 - 15:40

Last week, the Trump administration formally notified the UN of its intention to withdraw from the Paris agreement. It was an empty gesture, because no party can actually withdraw until November 2020 (right after the next US presidential election). What matters is this: the US is on pace to reach the commitment we made under the agreement – and there is nothing Washington can do to stop us.

Director of Erb Institute | Business for Sustainability among Climate Experts Advancing Knowledge of Sea Level Projections

Sat, 08/12/2017 - 09:00

In a compelling analysis of the factors that affect how much the ocean will rise along California’s coast in coming decades, a seven-member team of experts led by UC Santa Cruz geologist Gary Griggs has issued a report on the best-available sea-level rise science.

Is Your Water Utility Prepared for Climate Change?

Fri, 08/11/2017 - 10:05

With extreme weather events, from flooding to droughts, some water utilities are already facing the effects of climate change. Yet many utilities are unprepared for how climate change could affect their water resources and water management.

General Mills Foundation & The Nature Conservancy

Wed, 08/09/2017 - 10:15

Healthy soil is crucial for growing food and is a powerful and natural lever to reduce the impact of climate change. So that future generations have enough food, the General Mills Foundation is supporting The Nature Conservancy’s road map to help improve soil health.

New USA Whitepaper on Why Business Backs Climate Action

Wed, 08/09/2017 - 15:00

Ethical Corporation released its latest whitepaper on the benefits of business to back the Paris climate agreement.

CBRE Releases Tenth Annual Corporate Responsibility Report

Tue, 08/08/2017 - 10:50

CBRE, the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, has released its tenth annual Corporate Responsibility Report. The 2016 report – themed “Building Connections” – highlights CBRE’s many accomplishments as a leader in responsible business practices within the commercial real estate industry.