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What to Expect from COP30
With global discussions focused on the Action Agenda for COP30 in Belém, Brazil, corporate stakeholders are increasingly demanding tangible progress. The upcoming UN Climate Change Conference (November 10–21) aims to build on the momentum from the first outcomes of the Global Stocktake at COP28, focusing on innovation and new partnerships across industries and global regions.…
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The LCFS Market: Powering Transportation Decarbonization
Introduction The California Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) is a program designed to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from transportation fuels using a market-based mechanism that caps the carbon intensity (CI) of fuels. Oregon, Washington, and Canada have implemented similar programs modeled after LCFS. How the LCFS works Each year, regulators set a CI benchmark…
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From I-RECs to GECs: China’s Transition to a Unified Renewable Energy Certificate Market
Renewable energy certification in China is going through a pivotal shift. For years, International Renewable Energy Certificates (I‑RECs) played a key role in enabling Chinese and multinational corporations to track and report renewable electricity usage. However, a 2024 regulatory overhaul has upended that model (1). I-REC was phased out by the I-Track Foundation in response…
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Navigating Sustainable Aviation Fuel Certificates (SAFc) with Confidence
Companies are increasingly looking for solutions to directly address their Scope 3 emissions and Sustainable Aviation Fuel certificates (SAFc) are an effective tool for air travel and freight emissions. SAFc is an established market-based mechanism decoupling the environmental attribute of SAF from the physical product through book and claim. This approach enables companies to take…
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Scope 3 Emissions: A Practical Guide
The Biggest Climate Challenge Companies Face: Supply Chain Decarbonization Companies worldwide are setting ambitious climate targets, yet many face a significant challenge: Scope 3 emissions. These indirect emissions, spanning supply chain activities, logistics, procurement and business travel, often make up the largest share of a company’s carbon footprint. Without a structured approach, reducing these emissions…
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Maximizing LCFS Credits: What Original Equipment Manufacturers and Auto Producers Need to Know
As the automotive industry shifts into high gear on the road to electrification and sustainability, regulations like California’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) are helping steer the transition. Designed to cut the carbon intensity of transportation fuels, the LCFS program presents a unique opportunity for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and auto producers. It offers a…
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Swedish Biomethane Tax Exemption: What You Should Know
Sweden is at the forefront of global decarbonization, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2045. The country has also set an ambitious goal to cut GHG emissions from domestic transport by at least 70% by 2030 compared to 2010 levels. Further emission reductions will be crucial to meeting the EU’s 2030 renewable energy…
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New Canadian Sustainability Standards: What It Means for Your Business
At the end of 2024, the Canadian Sustainability Standards Board (CSSB) introduced the Canadian Sustainability Disclosure Standards (CSDS) 1 and 2, setting a new benchmark for sustainability reporting in Canada. These standards aim to align Canada with global reporting practices, improving transparency and enabling more consistent and comparable environmental and climate-related disclosures. What Are the…
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Renewable Energy: A Major Opportunity for Corporate Leadership
The recent CDP report, Corporate Renewable Electricity Sourcing Trends 2024, shines a spotlight on corporate energy practices. It reveals a mix of progress as well as glaring gaps in ambition and accountability. With a wide scope, covering over 9,500 companies representing 13% of global electricity generation, the report demonstrates that corporate energy decisions have immense…
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Mobilité Électrique : Un Catalyseur Incontournable de la Transition Énergétique
Dans un monde confronté à des défis environnementaux croissants, la mobilité électrique s’impose comme une solution clé pour réduire les émissions de carbone et favoriser un avenir plus durable. Cependant, pour accélérer cette transition, les entreprises et les collectivités doivent relever des défis majeurs, notamment en matière de coûts et d’infrastructures. Heureusement, des dispositifs comme…