Tilottama Dhar, MRICS’ Post

In this week’s #ESG news, the social risks of renewable energy and carbon removal projects are under the spotlight. As a growing number of countries around the world are being transformed by green projects such as wind farms and reforestation, concerns around ‘green grabbing’ – large scale acquisition of land for environmentally friendly purposes – grow as these projects begin to have negative impacts on local communities. The Financial Times covers the story. Electric vehicle sales have plummeted over the last 12 months. This slowing of sales has potentially huge implications for the energy transition, but also the financial institutions that have pledged to decarbonise loans and investments they make. Bloomberg News covers the story. Finally, new research from Morgan Stanley shows that 80% of companies see sustainability as a key driver of profit. ESG Today covers the story. 🔗 The Financial Times: https://lnkd.in/dTpk5xTM 🔗 Bloomberg: https://lnkd.in/esRmdYPi 🔗 ESG Today: https://lnkd.in/dHPk7q9d

Proud to share o9 Solutions, Inc.'s most recent #ESG Impact Report. The report highlights o9's sustainability and social responsibility activities, metrics, and results during the 2023 calendar year. I'm so glad to see some great initiatives, such as: 🔹 Continuing to advance decarbonization efforts, focusing on achieving net-zero emissions by 2040. 🔹 Focusing on reducing absolute scope 3 GHG emissions by 90% by 2040. 🔹 Receiving an EcoVadis Gold Medal in June 2023. 🔹 Designing a program linking executive pay to ESG performance, including key topics like climate and diversity. Learn more about the steps o9 is taking towards #SustainableFuture in the full report: https://okt.to/kq5QHl #o9Solutions

Proud to share o9 Solutions, Inc.'s most recent #ESG Impact Report. The report highlights o9's sustainability and social responsibility activities, metrics, and results during the 2023 calendar year. I'm so glad to see some great initiatives, such as: 🔹 Continuing to advance decarbonization efforts, focusing on achieving net-zero emissions by 2040. 🔹 Focusing on reducing absolute scope 3 GHG emissions by 90% by 2040. 🔹 Receiving an EcoVadis Gold Medal in June 2023. 🔹 Designing a program linking executive pay to ESG performance, including key topics like climate and diversity. Learn more about the steps o9 is taking towards #SustainableFuture in the full report: https://okt.to/zMBJFh #o9Solutions

🌿 Do Carbon Credits Truly Boost Long-Term ESG Value? 🌿 Carbon credits allow companies to offset emissions by investing in projects that reduce or remove carbon from the atmosphere, such as reforestation or renewable energy initiatives. While they can certainly enhance a company's ESG credentials, their real impact depends on how they're used. Offsetting emissions through projects like reforestation or clean energy is a step forward, but it must go hand-in-hand with genuine emission reduction efforts. Relying solely on carbon credits? That risks "greenwashing." To build true long-term value, companies should combine real carbon reduction initiatives with credible offset projects. Verified, responsible use of credits strengthens ESG performance, attracts investors, and boosts brand reputation. The takeaway? 🌍 Carbon credits are a tool, not a solution—part of a broader, sustainable strategy. #ESG #Sustainability #CarbonCredits #GreenBusiness #SustainableFuture

Proud to share o9 Solutions, Inc.'s most recent #ESG Impact Report. The report highlights o9's sustainability and social responsibility activities, metrics, and results during the 2023 calendar year. I'm so glad to see some great initiatives, such as: 🔹 Continuing to advance decarbonization efforts, focusing on achieving net-zero emissions by 2040. 🔹 Focusing on reducing absolute scope 3 GHG emissions by 90% by 2040. 🔹 Receiving an EcoVadis Gold Medal in June 2023. 🔹 Designing a program linking executive pay to ESG performance, including key topics like climate and diversity. Learn more about the steps o9 is taking towards #SustainableFuture in the full report: https://okt.to/NZexEI #o9Solutions

Proud to share o9 Solutions, Inc.'s most recent #ESG Impact Report. The report highlights o9's sustainability and social responsibility activities, metrics, and results during the 2023 calendar year. I'm so glad to see some great initiatives, such as: 🔹 Continuing to advance decarbonization efforts, focusing on achieving net-zero emissions by 2040. 🔹 Focusing on reducing absolute scope 3 GHG emissions by 90% by 2040. 🔹 Receiving an EcoVadis Gold Medal in June 2023. 🔹 Designing a program linking executive pay to ESG performance, including key topics like climate and diversity. Learn more about the steps o9 is taking towards #SustainableFuture in the full report: https://okt.to/RnZQxt #o9Solutions

Proud to share o9 Solutions, Inc.'s most recent #ESG Impact Report. The report highlights o9's sustainability and social responsibility activities, metrics, and results during the 2023 calendar year. I'm so glad to see some great initiatives, such as: 🔹 Continuing to advance decarbonization efforts, focusing on achieving net-zero emissions by 2040. 🔹 Focusing on reducing absolute scope 3 GHG emissions by 90% by 2040. 🔹 Receiving an EcoVadis Gold Medal in June 2023. 🔹 Designing a program linking executive pay to ESG performance, including key topics like climate and diversity. Learn more about the steps o9 is taking towards #SustainableFuture in the full report: https://okt.to/cPJ1vb #o9Solutions

Proud to share o9 Solutions, Inc.'s most recent #ESG Impact Report. The report highlights o9's sustainability and social responsibility activities, metrics, and results during the 2023 calendar year. I'm so glad to see some great initiatives, such as: 🔹 Continuing to advance decarbonization efforts, focusing on achieving net-zero emissions by 2040. 🔹 Focusing on reducing absolute scope 3 GHG emissions by 90% by 2040. 🔹 Receiving an EcoVadis Gold Medal in June 2023. 🔹 Designing a program linking executive pay to ESG performance, including key topics like climate and diversity. Learn more about the steps o9 is taking towards #SustainableFuture in the full report: https://okt.to/i9rhzg #o9Solutions

This week in ESG news: Microsoft signs record-breaking carbon removal deal; EY survey finds over half of CEOs say sustainability a higher priority vs one year ago; BCG sustainable aviation deal to cut 100,000 tons of emissions; ERM launches carbon credit consulting business; KKR & HASI launch $2 billion sustainable infrastructure investment partnership; UK High Court rules government’s climate strategy unlawful; more US-listed companies linking emissions reduction to incentive compensation; Canada launches greenwashing investigation against lululemon; Hong Kong launches sustainable investment taxonomy; Virgin Atlantic SAF-powered flight reduces emissions by 64%; capital raises for green hydrogen tech, EV charging, grid optimization solutions, and more. See below for the highlights of the past week, and get all your ESG news at ESG Today: Sustainability Goals, Initiatives and Achievements Climeworks Starts Up Largest-Ever DAC Carbon Removal Plant PepsiCo to Achieve its First Net Zero Plant by 2025 Mars Launches Initiative to Tackle Carbon Footprint of Dairy Supply Chain Amazon Launches Electric Heavy Duty Truck Fleet in California Virgin Atlantic Reports 64% Emissions Reduction on SAF-Powered London to New York Flight Teva Commits to Net Zero Across Value Chain, 100% Renewable Energy BCG Signs Sustainable Aviation Fuel Deal to Eliminate 100,000 Tons of CO2 Emissions Microsoft Signs Largest-Ever 3.3 Million Tonne Carbon Removal Deal with Stockholm Exergi ESG Reporting EPA Boosts Emissions Reporting Requirements for Oil & Gas Companies Government & Regulators Canadian Regulator Launches Greenwashing Investigation into Lululemon Environmental Claims Hong Kong Launches Taxonomy to Classify Green Activities and Investments DOE Allocates $500 Million to Infrastructure Projects to Transport Captured Carbon UK High Court Rules Government’s Climate Plan Unlawful ESG Services and Tools ERM Launches Carbon Credit Consulting Business Optera Launches Solution Enabling Companies to Collect Emissions Data from Supply Chain Sustainable Finance Standard Chartered Commits to Reduce Financed Methane Emissions from Oil and Gas Sector Private Equity & Venture Capital Green Hydrogen Startup Hysata Raises $111 Million KKR, HASI Launch $2 Billion Sustainable Infrastructure Investment Venture Climate Tech Startup Electricity Maps Raises $5 Million to Scale Electricity Optimization Solutions EV Charging Solutions Provider EnviroSpark Raises $50 Million ESG Investing Sustainable “Blue Economy” Fund Ocean 14 Capital Raises €201 Million Reports, Studies & Surveys More than a Third of S&P 500 Companies Now Have Compensation Tied to Climate Goals: S&P Global Over Half of CEOs Say Sustainability a Higher Priority Now than 12 Months Ago: EY Survey This week in ESG news: Microsoft signs record-breaking carbon removal deal; EY survey finds over half of CEOs say sustainability a higher priority vs one year ago; BCG sustainable aviation