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In 2015, the World Resources Institute (WRI) unveiled new guidance for Scope 2 emissions accounting within the Greenhouse Gas Protocol Corporate Standard. This update introduced a market-based accounting mechanism that gives companies the opportunity to reduce their Scope 2 emissions through the purchase of renewable energy certificates, PPAs, and other contractual instruments. This provision has […]
It’s the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, and the 2020 theme is climate action. Today, much of the world is sheltering in place due to a global pandemic. While COVID-19 may change how we come together and demand climate action this year, it does not diminish the opportunity to raise our collective voices. In fact, […]
In 2016, transportation surpassed the power sector as the largest emitter of greenhouse gases in the U.S. Fortunately, meaningful pathways to reduce transportation emissions are taking hold. In this webinar that took place on November 10th, we took a look at the various tools organizations are employing to decarbonize the transportation sector including low carbon […]
A growing number of organizations are establishing science-based and absolute GHG reduction targets, net zero, and carbon neutrality commitments. Yet, questions remain regarding what these terms mean in practice, available tools to meet these goals, and their overall effectiveness. On August 20th, 2020, Stephanie Harris, 3Degrees’ Director of Carbon Markets, Peter Weisberg, Director of Product […]
On Thursday, June 25th, 3Degrees’ Director of Regulatory Affairs, Maya Kelty and Director of LCFS Programs, Dave Meyer, hosted a grounding session on the current state of the LCFS and similar regional programs. The webinar presented key opportunities for corporates and utilities, and discussed some important regulatory guidelines. View the webinar
Gas utility leaders can get a broad understanding of voluntary renewable programs in this webinar, featuring 3Degrees’ Amanda Mortlock and Center for Resource Solutions’ Rachael Terada. The panelists discussed various program approaches including renewable natural gas and carbon offsets, strategic value for utilities with a well-designed program – including case studies from three major gas […]
Scott Martin, VP, Business Partnerships, and Maya Kelty, Senior Manager, Regulatory Affairs, partner with CDP on an interactive webinar with several 3Degrees clients. Scott and Maya to explore the nuances and complexities of the global renewable energy market. View the webinar Navigating the opportunities and pitfalls of international renewable energy markets from CDP on Vimeo.
3Degrees’ Erin Craig and Rick Freeman co-hosted a highly attended CDP webinar, Pathways to Net Zero Emissions, which outlined options for net zero commitments, including immediate actions organizations can take across Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. View the webinar
3Degrees’ Director of Carbon Markets, Stephanie Harris, explains how carbon offsets can play an important role in bridging the transition to net-zero emissions. Watch the video
We’ve all probably heard the phrase, “If you don’t have your health, nothing else matters”. Given the current global pandemic situation, this phrase has never felt more true. We want to let you — our trusted clients, friends, partners, and colleagues — know that 3Degrees is committed to staying connected with you on what matters. […]
Part II – Carbon Offset Best Practices In our first article in this series, The Role of Offsets in Corporate Sustainability, we explored common carbon offset project categories, and how offsets can play an important near-term role in companies’ broader sustainability efforts. We also highlighted why offsets sometimes are sometimes criticized, and discussed why or […]
Many natural gas utilities are currently developing strategic plans to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions or realize they will be asked to do so soon. Integrating renewable natural gas (RNG) is an important component of every utility’s plan to decarbonize, and many are considering whether to offer RNG as a voluntary, premium product to customers. […]
