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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
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 […]
What can businesses do to counteract climate change? How do we ensure a commitment to climate justice, equity, and inclusion guides our action? And how do we persevere through difficult setbacks in this all-important fight? These are some key questions I considered with over 65 business leaders at the 2020 B Corp Climate Leadership Summit. […]
Part I Exploring how, when, and why carbon offsets are important – as well as their limitations As more organizations around the globe heed an urgent call for climate action, carbon offsets are one tool they can use for near-term emission reductions. While the impact of investing in carbon offset projects is sometimes debated, these […]
