The CarbonBetter Podcast

Join Nicole Sullivan, Director of Climate Services at CarbonBetter, and Candice Lawton, Senior Manager of Business Partnerships at rePurpose Global, for a discussion centered around helping brands understand the plastic waste problem from the ground up, including what can be done to account for and reduce, or offset, plastic waste in business operations. Some of the key takeaways include: * Understanding Plastic’s Impact: Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the environmental and societal impact of plastic waste, as well as how consumer attitudes are shifting towards sustainability and opportunities for brands to take action. This includes insights into the history of plastic usage, current disposal statistics, and the global urgency for responsible plastic management. * Measuring and Reducing Plastic Footprint: Attendees will learn the essential steps for quantifying a business’s plastic waste and the various strategies for reduction. This encompasses the use of innovative tools, technologies, and alternative materials, along with real-world examples of successful reduction initiatives by brands. * Role of Plastic Offsetting and Credits: Participants will be introduced to the concept of plastic credits and offsetting as tools for achieving plastic neutrality. They will learn how to identify high-quality plastic credits, understand emerging standards, and explore examples of impactful offsetting projects. * Actionable Steps for Sustainable Branding and Collaboration: Attendees will leave with actionable steps for integrating sustainability into their brand identity, with emphasis on transparency and authenticity. They will also be encouraged to collaborate with suppliers, consumers, and other businesses, to reduce their environmental impacts, particularly plastic impacts.

By many accounts, 2023 is expected to be a transformative year in the evolution of climate-related disclosure and mitigation requirements in the United States (US). Adding further complexity, the anticipated changes come at a time when the economy is already being tested by ongoing inflation and a possible recession. While the expected emergence of climate-related requirements in the US follows an ongoing global trend of ramping requirements for carbon accounting and disclosure, in the US (where climate action is currently largely voluntary) the cost of inaction is mounting by the day, creating significant and multi-dimensional risk—both to the climate and to businesses. In this webinar, we’ll cut through the jargon to provide clarity about what climate-related requirements may be coming for US companies by unpacking the two proposed [https://carbonbetter.com/story/sec-climate-disclosure/] federal rules [https://carbonbetter.com/story/federal-emissions-disclosure/] that are currently pending, and we’ll review how the recently passed Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive [https://carbonbetter.com/story/csrd-overview/] (CSRD) in Europe affects US businesses. KEY TAKEAWAYS * Learn what’s included in two proposed climate disclosure-related regulations in the US and how EU regulations can affect US companies * Get actionable tips to aid in preparation for compliance with the proposed regulations * Understand the trade-offs, risks, and advantages of taking a proactive or reactive approach to compliance ABOUT US We're a privately held firm focused on sustainability & decarbonization services, clean energy & carbon offset project consulting, and energy logistics services for Fortune 1000 companies, utilities, and other organizations that seek to make a positive impact. We're a creative and diverse team tackling the complex climate challenges that are changing our world by helping organizations transition to a net-zero future—accelerating the societal shifts that will save our planet. We're proud to be the largest minority-owned business in Austin and the 7th largest privately-owned business headquartered in Austin. Learn more at carbonbetter.com/about/ [http://carbonbetter.com/about/]. EXPLORE OUR SERVICES * Sustainability Reporting & Strategy [https://carbonbetter.com/decarbonization-services/] * Carbon Offset Sourcing [https://carbonbetter.com/certified-carbon-offsets/] * Project Development Consulting [https://carbonbetter.com/project-services/] * Energy Logistics [https://carbonbetter.com/energy-logistics/] VIEW SOME OF OUR WORK * BeatBox Sustainability Report [https://carbonbetter.com/case-study/2021-beatbox/] * Fierce Whiskers Distillery Case Study [https://carbonbetter.com/case-study/fierce-whiskers/] LEARN MORE ABOUT REPORTING * Sustainability Reporting Overview [https://carbonbetter.com/story/sustainability-reporting/]

As of mid-2022, 702 companies [https://ca1-nzt.edcdn.com/Net-Zero-Tracker/Net-Zero-Stocktake-Report-2022.pdf?v=1655074300#page=16] on the Forbes 2000 have made net-zero pledges. Whether your organization has made a pledge or plans to make one soon, there’s a massive difference between pledging net-zero and achieving it. Do you have a clear roadmap for your sustainability journey? What are the right steps to consider in 2023 to achieve 2040 net-zero carbon, water, and waste goals? It’s time to create a clear roadmap. In this 1-hour conversation moderated by Dominic Sung from CarbonBetter, panelists Nicole Sullivan from CarbonBetter and Sherry Frey from Nielsen IQ will explore the latest data regarding sustainability claims by industry, how consumer perceptions about sustainability are changing, ways to prioritize and plan work in 2023 to achieve 2040 goals, how to confidently make claims even in high-growth organizations with rapidly expanding footprints, and why it’s so critical to report on progress and challenges—and not just successes. The climate crisis cannot be solved overnight, but steps taken by organizations in 2023, with a goal of progress over perfection, will help deliver a better future for our planet. ABOUT US We're a privately held firm focused on sustainability & decarbonization services, clean energy & carbon offset project consulting, and energy logistics services for Fortune 1000 companies, utilities, and other organizations that seek to make a positive impact. We're a creative and diverse team tackling the complex climate challenges that are changing our world by helping organizations transition to a net-zero future—accelerating the societal shifts that will save our planet. We're proud to be the largest minority-owned business in Austin and the 7th largest privately-owned business headquartered in Austin. Learn more at carbonbetter.com/about/ [http://carbonbetter.com/about/]. EXPLORE OUR SERVICES * Sustainability Reporting & Strategy [https://carbonbetter.com/decarbonization-services/] * Carbon Offset Sourcing [https://carbonbetter.com/certified-carbon-offsets/] * Project Development Consulting [https://carbonbetter.com/project-services/] * Energy Logistics [https://carbonbetter.com/energy-logistics/] VIEW SOME OF OUR WORK * BeatBox Sustainability Report [https://carbonbetter.com/case-study/2021-beatbox/] * Fierce Whiskers Distillery Case Study [https://carbonbetter.com/case-study/fierce-whiskers/] LEARN MORE ABOUT REPORTING * Sustainability Reporting Overview [https://carbonbetter.com/story/sustainability-reporting/]

According to a recent study by Bank of America, carbon credits issued in 2020 equaled only 0.4% of total global emissions, or 210 million metric tons of carbon dioxide. These issuances indicate the supply gap of carbon is significant—data shows the carbon market needs to grow by about 50x to meet 2050 net-zero targets. CarbonBetter [https://carbonbetter.com/]'s Director of Climate Services, Nicole Sullivan, is joined by Julius Pasay of The Climate Trust [https://climatetrust.org/] and Dan Linsky from ClimeCo [https://climeco.com/] to discuss efforts to close this gap and challenges in developing projects and issuing credits at scale. ABOUT US We're a privately held firm focused on sustainability & decarbonization services, clean energy & carbon offset project consulting, and energy logistics services for Fortune 1000 companies, utilities, and other organizations that seek to make a positive impact. We're a creative and diverse team tackling the complex climate challenges that are changing our world by helping organizations transition to a net-zero future—accelerating the societal shifts that will save our planet. We're proud to be the largest minority-owned business in Austin and the 7th largest privately-owned business headquartered in Austin. Learn more at carbonbetter.com/about/ [http://carbonbetter.com/about/]. EXPLORE OUR SERVICES * Sustainability Reporting & Strategy [https://carbonbetter.com/decarbonization-services/] * Carbon Offset Sourcing [https://carbonbetter.com/certified-carbon-offsets/] * Project Development Consulting [https://carbonbetter.com/project-services/] * Energy Logistics [https://carbonbetter.com/energy-logistics/] VIEW SOME OF OUR WORK * BeatBox Sustainability Report [https://carbonbetter.com/case-study/2021-beatbox/] * Fierce Whiskers Distillery Case Study [https://carbonbetter.com/case-study/fierce-whiskers/] LEARN MORE ABOUT REPORTING * Sustainability Reporting Overview [https://carbonbetter.com/story/sustainability-reporting/]

There are many sustainability considerations in the alcoholic beverage industry, including the carbon footprint of ingredients, packaging selection, distribution, and water consumption—for example, it’s estimated that it takes 12 times the final volume of alcohol to produce it. Join leaders from three alcoholic beverage brands—BeatBox Beverages [https://beatboxbeverages.com/], WhistlePig Whiskey [https://whistlepigwhiskey.com/], and Fierce Whiskers [https://www.fiercewhiskers.com/]—as they share their different approaches to integrating sustainability in their manufacturing and operations. From setting ambitious sustainability targets, to integrating sustainability into facility design, to packaging choices, to launching carbon-negative products, and more, this panel will inspire entrepreneurs and consumers alike with practical ways to take steps towards a net-zero future. ABOUT US We're a privately held firm focused on sustainability & decarbonization services, clean energy & carbon offset project consulting, and energy logistics services for Fortune 1000 companies, utilities, and other organizations that seek to make a positive impact. We're a creative and diverse team tackling the complex climate challenges that are changing our world by helping organizations transition to a net-zero future—accelerating the societal shifts that will save our planet. We're proud to be the largest minority-owned business in Austin and the 7th largest privately-owned business headquartered in Austin. Learn more at carbonbetter.com/about/ [http://carbonbetter.com/about/]. EXPLORE OUR SERVICES * Sustainability Reporting & Strategy [https://carbonbetter.com/decarbonization-services/] * Carbon Offset Sourcing [https://carbonbetter.com/certified-carbon-offsets/] * Project Development Consulting [https://carbonbetter.com/project-services/] * Energy Logistics [https://carbonbetter.com/energy-logistics/] VIEW SOME OF OUR WORK * BeatBox Sustainability Report [https://carbonbetter.com/case-study/2021-beatbox/] * Fierce Whiskers Distillery Case Study [https://carbonbetter.com/case-study/fierce-whiskers/] LEARN MORE ABOUT REPORTING * Sustainability Reporting Overview [https://carbonbetter.com/story/sustainability-reporting/]