Energy Transition US installed ‘record-breaking’ 50 GW of new solar capacity in 2024 “President Trump’s flurry of executive orders brought uncertainty to the solar industry." Melodie Michel 11 March 2025
Climate litigation Consumers sue Apple over carbon-neutral watch claim "The deceptive marketing distorted the marketplace by falsely differentiating Apple’s products on environmental grounds." Melodie Michel 27 February 2025
Policy & Standards Trump’s energy policies risk creating compliance headaches for US firms “Diverging state and federal climate policies are creating a fragmented regulatory landscape in the US." Melodie Michel 21 February 2025
Plastic Pollution Trump’s tariffs may hinder Coca-Cola’s sustainable packaging goals “If aluminium cans become more expensive, we can put more emphasis on PET bottles.” Melodie Michel 17 February 2025
Policy & Standards SEC signals intention to dismantle hard-fought climate disclosure rule The move had been expected since Donald Trump was reelected on an anti-ESG agenda in November. Melodie Michel 12 February 2025
Sustainable Finance Net Zero Banking Alliance exodus reaches Australia Macquarie Group has decided to end its membership. Melodie Michel 11 February 2025
Climate disclosures New York State introduces mandatory climate disclosure bill Scope 1 and 2 emissions reporting could be made mandatory from 2027, and Scope 3 from 2028. Melodie Michel 03 February 2025
Paris Agreement Private sector steps in to fulfil US climate commitments after Paris Agreement exit "Our cities, states, businesses, and local institutions will take the baton of US climate leadership and run with it." Melodie Michel 28 January 2025
Climate Targets Trump confirms US exit from Paris Agreement on Day 1 as President Researchers estimate that the withdrawal will eliminate more than a third of the world emissions reduction. Melodie Michel 21 January 2025
Guest article ESG communication in a fractured landscape: Balancing risks and opportunities Emily Porro, SVP, Impact Practice co-lead at The Bliss Group, shares fives tips for adjusting sustainability communication in a challenging political climate. Melodie Michel 20 January 2025