Libraries Are Beacons of Credible Information in the Age of Fake NewsAs credible sources of information are cut off in the United States, from lost newspapers to deleted government data, the nation’s public libraries play a crucial role in educating the public and serving communities. But budget cuts threaten their mission. TriplePundit
Climate ambition is collective. Our system for delivering it is notThe response emerging around AI sharply highlights these constraints while offering new models. The post Climate ambition is collective. Our system for delivering it is not appeared first on Trellis.
The hidden water liability of AI data centersThe power plants that support these facilities, especially fossil-fuel generators, will account for almost three-quarters of their water withdrawals by 2030. The post The hidden water liability of AI data centers appeared first on Trellis.
Zimbabwean Communities Shut Out by Banks Are Building Their Own Loan ProgramsIn thousands of communities across Zimbabwe, people pool their savings together and loan it out to help their neighbors build homes and start businesses.TriplePundit
Take the Guesswork Out of Back-to-School Food ShoppingWith so much information in the news and online about nutrition, it’s easy for caregivers to feel confused and overwhelmed about making the best choices for their kids. Fortunately, clear, evidence-based resources like the Guiding Stars nutrition guidance program are available to help.TriplePundit
Flock Safety is Under Fire, But It’s Only a Part of Modern Mass SurveillanceA community cancelled their contract with Flock Safety almost every single day last month. While Flock is getting the most press and community blowback, it’s far from the only company assisting U.S. law enforcement with surveillance technology. TriplePundit
Sustainability professionals see a divide in how sustainability is viewed internallySurvey respondents believe their teams see their work as a driver of business strategy, while leadership generally see a risk management and compliance function. The post Sustainability professionals see a divide in how sustainability is viewed internally appeared first on Trellis.
Shareholders continue to pull back on environmental resolutionsThe decline in shareholder pressure is one less incentive for companies to prioritize sustainability. The post Shareholders continue to pull back on environmental resolutions appeared first on Trellis.
Will Balcony Solar Ever Take Off in the United States?Balcony solar systems help people reduce their utility bills, with solar power feeding directly into a standard wall outlet to replace energy from the grid. The balcony solar movement in the U.S. is growing, but not all states are on board (yet).TriplePundit
Simplifying the sustainability certification ecosystemFor many professionals, it can take a year or more to learn a new language for carbon inventories. The post Simplifying the sustainability certification ecosystem appeared first on Trellis.
Planned USDA Restructuring Will Hurt Farmers Already at the Brink, Advocates SayAmid heavy criticism, the USDA plans to go ahead with a massive reorganization and forced relocation of nearly 3,000 workers. Advocates say it couldn’t come at a worse time, as a Super El Niño threatens a return to the Dust Bowl and a parasite eradicated 60 years ago reemerges on U.S. livestock farms.TriplePundit
The Alaska Native Villages Where Rivers Provide PowerIn one Alaskan village, turbines have harnessed electricity from the river since 2019. This summer, a second village is testing its own turbine in an attempt to reach 100 percent renewable power.TriplePundit
Nigerian Farmers Cut Fuel Costs and Boost Yields with Solar-Powered IrrigationNigerian farmers are facing all-time high fuel prices, hindering their ability to grow in the dry season. Some are looking to solar-powered irrigation systems as a more affordable way to boost their yields. TriplePundit
The future of sustainability is more globally distributedSustainability professionals in Asia-Pacific, the EU and China will have more influence in shaping strategic agendas over the next three years. The post The future of sustainability is more globally distributed appeared first on Trellis.
Microtransit Brings Public Transportation to Rural DoorstepsPublic buses and trains don’t usually extend into the outskirts of rural communities, if they stop in them at all. Microtransit helps more rural residents reach their local station, but it comes at a cost. TriplePundit
More fluff in sustainability reports, study findsA surge of interest in reporting has not led to more concrete information, say researchers at the University of Chicago. The post More fluff in sustainability reports, study finds appeared first on Trellis.
This tracker ranks AI data center leaders on emissionsElon Musk’s xAI is the biggest polluter among the eight leading cloud and AI services companies ranked by nonprofit Climate Power. The post This tracker ranks AI data center leaders on emissions appeared first on Trellis.
The U.S. is On a Wartime Spending Spree As Critical Infrastructure CrumblesThe U.S. federal government is spending billions in taxpayer dollars on foreign wars and immigration enforcement while basic needs at home go unfunded and unaddressed.TriplePundit
Sustainability pays a credibility tax. Some of it is self-imposedSustainability isn’t seen like other parts of the business. But there are things you can do, starting with not making it worse. The post Sustainability pays a credibility tax. Some of it is self-imposed appeared first on Trellis.
Tesla sets net-zero target for first timeThe company continues to criticize conventional target-setting frameworks, which it says favor incumbent polluters. The post Tesla sets net-zero target for first time appeared first on Trellis.
Amazon cloud customers can now see their water withdrawal data The information is part of a console that Amazon Web Services launched for corporate sustainability professionals in March. The post Amazon cloud customers can now see their water withdrawal data appeared first on Trellis.
Companies are making hard choices on sustainability commitmentsSome 71 percent of sustainability leaders at large companies expect at least one corporate sustainability commitment to be scaled back. The post Companies are making hard choices on sustainability commitments appeared first on Trellis.
Free Public Transit Is Trending in Rural WashingtonAnyone in Washington can travel hundreds of miles by bus without paying a cent. As gas prices and the cost of living climb, transit ridership is rising in counties with zero-fare programs.TriplePundit
CSO headcount at US companies falls for first time in 15 yearsAfter a couple of years of significant growth, according to a long-running survey, the number of CSOs has fallen 10 percent. The post CSO headcount at US companies falls for first time in 15 years appeared first on Trellis.
While Mainstream Media Was Sleeping, Citizen Journalists Were Still Watching ICEFrequent contradictions between witness testimony, video evidence, and official accounts underscores the powerful role of citizen journalists in making the truth about violent ICE interactions known to the public.TriplePundit
More chief sustainability officers are taking on risk management, survey findsIdentifying regulatory, supply chain and climate vulnerabilities takes a front seat to two other top priorities for the CSO role: cost savings and customer acquisition. The post More chief sustainability officers are taking on risk management, survey finds appeared first on Trellis.
AI threatens Big Tech’s clean energy agendaElectricity emissions surged at Amazon, Google and Microsoft in 2025, signaling new hazards for the corporate clean power movement. The post AI threatens Big Tech’s clean energy agenda appeared first on Trellis.
In Photos: On the Road with a Montana Range Rider Who Tracks Predators on HorsebackRange riders are reemerging in the western U.S. in response to the slow but sure resurgence of apex predators. As the animals return to their former territories, now also home to people, new tensions are emerging. TriplePundit
As Human-Wildlife Conflict Rises, Zimbabwean Communities Find New Ways to CoexistRebounding populations of lions and elephants are venturing out of protected parklands and closer to nearby communities. With human-wildlife conflict on the rise, a grassroots organization is empowering communities with non-lethal solutions. TriplePundit
Climate Philanthropists Enable Local Communities to Own Their FuturesThough they work in different areas, the Honnold Foundation and Blue Ventures share the same conviction: Local communities should be empowered to envision, design and own investments in a more sustainable future. Both nonprofits have scaled their efforts to reach more communities with support from the Everpure Foundation.TriplePundit
A decade of change in what drives corporate sustainabilityNew GlobeScan research shows regulatory requirements now surpass reputation as the leading driver of sustainability action, reflecting growing compliance pressures and stakeholder expectations. The post A decade of change in what drives corporate sustainability appeared first on Trellis.
What’s your space strategy? Why organizations must determine what matters before markets doIn the new world, waiting and seeing is no longer a viable strategy. The post What’s your space strategy? Why organizations must determine what matters before markets do appeared first on Trellis.
How Coach and Amazon put an internal value on reuse and recyclingSustainability strategists at both companies emphasize cost savings and new revenue opportunities. The post How Coach and Amazon put an internal value on reuse and recycling appeared first on Trellis.
How Donated Bicycles Help Girls in India Stay in SchoolIndia's most decorated triathlete, Pragnya Mohan, is on a mission to help 1 million Indian girls finish high school by the end of the decade. Refurbished bikes are turning that goal into reality. TriplePundit
It’s Not Just Election Suppression: New Rules Aim to Cut the Public Voice from Public PolicyWhile not as attention-grabbing as the yearly election cycle, the comment period on new federal projects is a critical way the public can influence policy under the American form of government.TriplePundit
Amazon stays ‘stubborn’ on net-zero pledgeThe assertion comes despite the cloud computing services and e-commerce giant logging a 16 percent emissions increase in 2025, driven largely by building and data center construction. The post Amazon stays ‘stubborn’ on net-zero pledge appeared first on Trellis.
Rooted in Nature: How Three CPG Companies Are Scaling Regenerative PracticesGiven the climate-fighting power of regenerative agriculture, a growing segment of farmers, land managers, and consumer goods companies are working to integrate more of these practices into the way they grow the world’s food and forest-based products. TriplePundit
Google’s AI expansion weighs heavily on climate goalsThe tech company reported an 18 percent leap in greenhouse gas emissions in 2025, largely fueled by computing hardware, steel, concrete and other supplies related to data center construction. The post Google’s AI expansion weighs heavily on climate goals appeared first on Trellis.
When employees engage in impact work, loyalty and motivation riseNew GlobeScan and Ashoka research also reveals a related increase in workers' purpose and meaning. The post When employees engage in impact work, loyalty and motivation rise appeared first on Trellis.
The 50-Year-Old Conservation Law With a 99% Success RateThe Endangered Species Act was signed over 50 years ago, and almost all of the thousands of plants and animals it has protected still exist today. Though the legislation is widely considered a remarkable victory for conservation, it's become controversial on Capitol Hill. TriplePundit
The Return of the Range RiderThe rapid development of once-wild spaces spurs growing pains for people and animals across the globe. Montana’s Blackfoot Valley became a testbed for coexistence as grizzlies and wolves returned to their former territory among the ranchland. TriplePundit
As Community Pushback Grows, Data Centers Are a Major Election Issue Ahead of the U.S. MidtermsAs the data center boom becomes an election issue ahead of the November midterms, some state and local office holders are taking action, while others are caught flat-footed. TriplePundit
Amazon opens carbon credit offtakes to Climate Pledge signatories and other partnersProjects in the program focus on ecological restoration in South Africa and reducing rice methane emissions in India. The post Amazon opens carbon credit offtakes to Climate Pledge signatories and other partners appeared first on Trellis.
A ‘Reforestation Pipeline’ in New Mexico Trains Seedlings to Survive in Burn ScarsIncreasing heat and drought are killing young pines planted on ground scorched by wildfires. Can seeds from the toughest trees grown in boot camp nurseries better endure?TriplePundit
America’s Re-Industrialization Hits a Speed BumpPlanning for the United States' first new aluminum plant in almost 50 years is underway in Oklahoma, but local opposition is mounting. TriplePundit
World Cup fans are more likely to choose sustainable products and brandsNew GlobeScan research finds World Cup fans are more likely than the general public to buy from responsible brands, choose reusable packaging and purchase natural or organic products. The post World Cup fans are more likely to choose sustainable products and brands appeared first on Trellis.
Behind Amazon’s industry-leading water efficiency scoreThe company’s cloud computing service finally publishes annual water withdrawal information for its data centers. The post Behind Amazon’s industry-leading water efficiency score appeared first on Trellis.
How EY and Williams College created top-rated carbon credit portfoliosMany companies are pivoting to higher quality credit purchases — suggesting that confidence is returning to the market. The post How EY and Williams College created top-rated carbon credit portfolios appeared first on Trellis.
Why eBay’s emissions spiked after carbon accounting rules changedThe retailer’s dilemma illustrates the challenge facing companies that set targets for emissions they cannot control. The post Why eBay’s emissions spiked after carbon accounting rules changed appeared first on Trellis.
Cities Are Rehearsing For Deadly Heat. Will It Help When Disaster Comes?As heat waves grow longer and deadlier, cities around the world are using drills and tabletop exercises to expose weaknesses before a real emergency strikes.TriplePundit
With Roots in Tar Sands Oil, Alberta’s Separatist Movement Linked to Cross-Border Privacy BreachGovernment investigators say Alberta’s controversial separatist movement is behind a major voter privacy breach, with roots that stretch across the border to influential U.S. Republicans. TriplePundit
100,000s of tons of emissions are missing from automakers’ disclosures, think tank saysAlmost every manufacturer included in Carbon Tracker's study is said to have undercounted vehicle-use emissions. The post 100,000s of tons of emissions are missing from automakers’ disclosures, think tank says appeared first on Trellis.
Corporate Foundation Funds Nature-Based Climate Solutions, from Minnesota Peatlands to the Czech CountrysideThe Everpure Foundation is focused on nature-based solutions as a way to invest in both climate mitigation and community resilience.TriplePundit
Why CDP faces an uncertain future after 25 years of progressThe proliferation of mandatory reporting requirements appears to be prompting some companies to cut ties with the nonprofit. The post Why CDP faces an uncertain future after 25 years of progress appeared first on Trellis.
Mitsubishi, Tencent and WWF unite to kick-start carbon credit buying in AsiaThe launch of the coalition underscores the rapid spread of climate initiatives in the region. The post Mitsubishi, Tencent and WWF unite to kick-start carbon credit buying in Asia appeared first on Trellis.
When food meets fiber: How companies can boost paper-based packaging recyclabilityPaper recyclers are unwilling to accept any more food contamination than they’re already handling. The post When food meets fiber: How companies can boost paper-based packaging recyclability appeared first on Trellis.
How to find a sustainability role you’ll love in 2026The most satisfied sustainability professionals work at organizations that have three things in common, according to the Trellis State of the Sustainability Profession 2026 report. The post How to find a sustainability role you’ll love in 2026 appeared first on Trellis.