The Climate Registry

Join us this Wednesday, October 23, for an engaging webinar covering how to use partnerships to attain green power goals. "Procurement through Partnership: EPA & Friends on the Voluntary Green Power Market," will feature Bailey Rosen from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to share her expertise on the topic! Register here: https://ow.ly/fYFG50TNOaQ

We're thrilled to welcome our newest member: Sunstone Management! We can't wait to support them on their GHG reporting journey.

Infrastructure challenges, climate impacts and policy gaps threaten California’s ability to achieve decarbonization by 2045. Learn how our friends at Edison International are working to meet the state’s net-zero GHG emissions goals, a commitment shared by much of the world, in their new paper “Reaching Net Zero.” https://ow.ly/Zx2j50TIk5n

We have partnered with the team at Brown and Caldwell and ICLEI LOCAL GOVTS FOR SUSTAINABILITY USA to help establish the first Greenhouse Gase Emissions Data Utility (GHG EDU) to collect, share, and enable synthesis of GHG Emissions data from Water Sector sources for credible GHG emissions accounting and reporting and high process-specificity emission factors and methodologies. A project proudly funded by The Water Research Foundation. After speaking with those working in the water sector, managers in the water, wastewater, reuse water, and stormwater must have access to more accurate sets of emission factors to accurately report their greenhouse gas emissions related to their water operations. It is up to us to enhance and improve what the IPCC has laid the foundation for. We are excited to work with John Willis, Harry Zhang, Embrey Bronstad, Z. Jason Ren , US Water Alliance, and the rest of the team on developing a comprehensive GHG emissions library to assist those reporting emissions from water sources. Let’s tackle the challenges exasperated by climate change on the water-energy nexus by collaborating to develop innovative solutions --------------------------------- #WENRegistry  #WaterEnergyNexus  #WaterEnergyNexusRegistry  #SustainableCalifornia #ClimateAction  #GHGEmissions #GreenhouseGases #WaterManagement #DecentralizedSystems #Resilience #ClimateRiskAssessment

Flooding from Hurricane Helene and other extreme hurricanes and rainstorms reduces the reliability of water treatment facilities and the availability of electricity to pump stations. Energy is required to pump and distribute water for human use and to treat wastewater for safe disposal back into the environment. When these systems break down, the consequences are immediate and severe. The #WENRegistry offers the opportunity to manage and address the urgency of the water-energy nexus in an integrated and proactive manner. We cannot continue to tackle and approach the impacts of natural disasters as we have in the past. It is time for an integrated approach to address the challenges and opportunities of the water-energy nexus. Population growth in regions experiencing frequent extreme weather events strains energy and water infrastructure. Some extreme weather events include forest fires, hurricanes, droughts, heat waves, floods, and storms. The frequency and intensity of these events can be attributed to human-caused climate change, like Hurricane Helene which rapidly intensified from a weak tropical storm to a major Category 4.  Climate change is already affecting rainfall and temperature patterns across North America. We have a short window of opportunity to act. That time is now. What we do today and before 2030 will determine the kind of environment we leave for future generations. Let’s tackle the challenges exasperated by climate change on the water-energy nexus by collaborating to develop innovative solutions for harnessing: --Water efficiency of energy production, electricity generation, and end-use systems --Energy efficiency of water and wastewater management and systems  --Reliability and resilience of energy and water systems --Use of nontraditional water sources in a safe and productive manner --Responsible energy operations concerning water quality and ecosystem services --Productive synergies among water and energy systems #WENRegistry  #WaterEnergyNexus  #WaterEnergyNexusRegistry  #SustainableCalifornia #ClimateAction  #GHGEmissions

The Climate Registry's California Climate Leadership Forum was an inspiring and impactful event during #ClimateWeekNYC! Leaders from across industries gathered at The Westin NYC for an afternoon filled with insightful discussions, groundbreaking ideas, and meaningful connections focused on advancing California's ambitious climate goals. Topics included best practices for developing and regulating carbon disclosure mechanisms, decarbonization of hard-to-abate sectors, corporate accountability, clean energy, and the importance of quality data and transparency in GHG reporting. Key Highlights: - In-conversation with CA Attorney General Rob Bonta: A fireside chat with TCR's Amy Holm, where AG Bonta spotlighted the state’s groundbreaking lawsuit against ExxonMobil for misleading the public on plastic recycling for decades, emphasizing how this case could reshape corporate accountability and combat plastics pollution. The conversation underscored California’s commitment to holding polluters accountable while protecting vulnerable communities. - 2024 Climate Pioneer Award: We were thrilled to honor former National Climate Advisor Gina McCarthy with the 2024 Climate Pioneer Award, recognizing her tireless dedication to advancing climate policies that protect both people and the planet. - Corporate Carbon Disclosure Panel: In collaboration with EcoEngineers, TCR launched a guide on developing and implementing effective carbon disclosure legislation. The findings were presented by a panel moderated by Reuven Carlyle, Founder and EVP of Earth Finance, Inc. and featuring Senators Henry Stern and Scott Wiener; Laith Amin, Vice President of EcoEngineers; and Liane Randolph, Chair, California Air Resources Board. Other speakers included: Ben Allen, CA State Senator Josh Becker, CA State Senator Catherine Blakespear, CA State Senator Jared Blumenfeld, President, Waverley Street Foundation Caroline Choi, SVP of Corporate Affairs and Public Policy, Southern California Edison (SCE) Damon Connolly, CA State Assemblymember Lena A. Gonzalez, MBA, CA State Senator David Hochschild, Chair, California Energy Commission John Keisler, CEO & Managing Partner, Sunstone Management Andrew Martin, M. Eng., Principal Consultant, Stantec Mike McGuire, CA Senate President Pro Tempore Mary Nichols, Distinguished Counsel, Emmett Institute on Climate Change and the Environment Steve Padilla, CA State Senator Bob Perciasepe, Senior Advisor, C2ES Pedro Pizarro, President and CEO, Edison International Sam Reed, Executive Director, Sustainable Entertainment Alliance Karen Ross, Secretary, California Department of Food and Agriculture Tom Steyer, Co-Executive Chair, Galvanize Climate Solutions Dr. Aisha Wahab, CA State Senator Many thanks to our sponsors and supporters: Edison International Galvanize Climate Solutions Stantec Arup Sunstone Management EcoEngineers California Environmental Voters Thank you to all who made this a memorable event.

The California Climate Leadership Forum at #NYClimateWeek concluded on a terrific note yesterday with the panel "Navigating Industrial Decarbonization, Hard-to-Abate Sectors, and Carbon Capture Technologies," which featured a great discussion moderated by Andrew Martin, M. Eng., Principal Consultant at Stantec, that included the insights of Senator Josh Becker, California State Senate; David Hochschild, Chair at California Energy Commission; Sam Read, Executive Director at Sustainable Entertainment Alliance; and Karen Ross, Secretary at FOOD & AGRICULTURE, CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF.

Yesterday we were delighted to honor former National Climate Advisor Gina McCarthy with the 2024 Climate Pioneer Award at #NYClimateWeek. Presented by Mary Nichols, former Chair of California Air Resources Board, and Bob Perciasepe, Senior Climate and Energy Advisor at Center for Climate and Energy Solutions (C2ES), the award symbolizes Gina's tireless dedication to advancing policies that protect both our planet and people. Her unwavering commitment to addressing the climate crisis, from her leadership at the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to co-chairing America Is All In, continues to inspire bold action and transformative change in the fight for a sustainable future.

Our very own Amy Holm participated in a lively and informative fireside chat with California Attorney General Rob Bonta at today's California Climate Leadership Forum at #ClimateWeekNYC. AG Bonta shared California's bold leadership in advancing climate action, with a particular focus on environmental justice. He also highlighted the state’s groundbreaking lawsuit against ExxonMobil for decades of misleading the public on plastic recycling, discussing the potential impact of this case on corporate accountability and the fight against plastics pollution. The conversation underscored California’s continued commitment to holding polluters accountable while protecting vulnerable communities.

As California continues to prepare itself for a clean energy economy, we were thrilled to learn some valuable insights on "Promoting Equity and Accessibility" at a panel featuring California state senators Catherine Blakespear, Steve Padilla, and Dr. Aisha Wahab. #nyclimateweek