America’s Re-Industrialization Hits a Speed Bump Planning 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 brands New 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 score The 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 portfolios Many 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 changed The 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 Breach Government 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 says Almost 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 Countryside The 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 progress The 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 Asia The 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 recyclability Paper 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 2026 The 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.
In Southern Colorado Water Is Precious. That’s Why Farmers Are Growing RyeRye is having something of a renaissance in the San Luis Valley, thanks to its remarkable drought-tolerance, and two women behind the Rye Resurgence Project.TriplePundit
Global AI sentiment gap emerges between Gen Z in U.S. and ChinaNew global data reveals a sharp divide in Gen Z perceptions of AI risks across leading AI powers, with high concern in the US. and much lower concern in China. The post Global AI sentiment gap emerges between Gen Z in U.S. and China appeared first on Trellis.
Follow The Money: New Voting Rights Campaign Targets College Sports RevenueA new campaign spearheaded by the NAACP reminds athletes, fans and the general public that schools in vote-restricting states depend on Black athletes to keep their programs competitive — and keep millions of dollars flowing into their coffers.TriplePundit
The Bhutanese Football Club Fighting to Save a Critically Endangered Bird from ExtinctionEvery time a player on Bhutan's Thimphu City Football Club scores a goal this season, they're racking up funding for white-bellied heron conservation efforts. TriplePundit
A Lifeline or ‘Dystopian’?: Schools Open Parking Lots for Homeless Students and FamiliesAs family homelessness hits record highs, a few school districts are beginning to offer parking lots as safe sites for students and their families to sleep at night. Some families prefer the option over emergency shelters.TriplePundit
Coal Power in the 21st Century: Make America Gasp AgainThe Trump administration continues to prop up the U.S. coal industry, relaxing emissions and discharge rules at power plants even as environmental organizations, state agencies and utilities push back in court. TriplePundit
Starbucks’ climate dilemma: the world loves lattesThe world’s largest coffee chain’s methane emissions from dairy farms haven’t budged since 2019. Reducing that footprint is essential for the next phase of its complex decarbonization strategy. The post Starbucks’ climate dilemma: the world loves lattes appeared first on Trellis.
Governance overtakes environment as top ESG reputational riskNew GlobeScan data reveals a significant shift in the ESG risk hierarchy among corporate affairs leaders. The post Governance overtakes environment as top ESG reputational risk appeared first on Trellis.
New framework goes beyond emissions to score corporate climate actionHow would your company rate on the Climate Contribution Framework? The post New framework goes beyond emissions to score corporate climate action appeared first on Trellis.
Paris Has Successfully Cut Noise Pollution, but Urban Birds Still Can’t Sing At Their Natural PitchEven in quieter cities, noise pollution forces birds to sing at higher pitches, diminishing their ability to defend territory and attract mates. Researchers say further noise-reduction efforts are vital for natural communication. TriplePundit
Corporate affairs teams feel unprepared for deepfake and AI threatsNew GlobeScan data reveals that corporate affairs teams lack confidence in their readiness to manage deepfake and AI-driven misinformation incidents, even as AI usage rises among top global business risks. The post Corporate affairs teams feel unprepared for deepfake and AI threats appeared first on Trellis.
What the rise of natural gas-powered data centers means for emission-reduction pledgesAmazon, Google and Microsoft are building AI data centers at a furious pace, threatening climate commitments and may cause a ripple effect for customers. The post What the rise of natural gas-powered data centers means for emission-reduction pledges appeared first on Trellis.
Philanthropists Rush to Bridge the USAID Gap. Will Congress Ever Act?Activists and philanthropists have scrambled to fill the need for humanitarian relief after USAID was dismantled at the start of Donald Trump's second term. But private charity is no substitute for public policy.TriplePundit
Geopolitics, AI and economic strain top business risksNew GlobeScan data highlights leading areas of concern for global businesses in 2026. The post Geopolitics, AI and economic strain top business risks appeared first on Trellis.
Shareholders remain convinced that ESG mattersInvestors continue to see economic inequality and climate change as risks and link responsible investing to stronger returns. The post Shareholders remain convinced that ESG matters appeared first on Trellis.
‘It’s a Safe Space’: Mobile Midwifery Clinics Meet Patients Where They AreOne clinic in Miami-Dade County, Florida, offers free midwifery care directly to majority-Black and Latino neighborhoods.TriplePundit
Trump’s Redistricting Push Will Fail, If Activists Fight BackWithin hours of the U.S. Supreme Court decision gutting the Voting Rights Act, Southern states showed the world why it was passed in the first place. But the fight isn't over yet. TriplePundit
PwC says more companies are on track to hit emissions goalsBut though the data points to progress, conclusions are compromised by a lack of agreement over what constitutes acceptable ambition. The post PwC says more companies are on track to hit emissions goals appeared first on Trellis.
Sustainability professionals respond to the paradox of AISustainability leaders are simultaneously exhausted by AI and intensely curious about it, writes Trellis Group CEO Hana Kajimura. The post Sustainability professionals respond to the paradox of AI appeared first on Trellis.
Water Conservation Works, But Climate Change Is Outpacing It: Phoenix, Denver and Las Vegas Offer a Glimpse of the FutureAmid water shortages and policy negotiations, cities in the Colorado River Basin turned to demand management to reduce water use. Researchers say they need to think about bigger solutions. TriplePundit
The Public Lands Transfer Battle Takes On a New Form in Forest Service ReorganizationThe U.S. Department of Agriculture's new overhaul of the Forest Service would increase the lumber industry's access to public lands. Outdoor recreation businesses are allying with recreationists and conservationists to push back.TriplePundit
After a brutal year, Ford reshapes its sustainability strategyThe automaker is tempering its short-term EV aims while remaining committed to its long term climate goals. The post After a brutal year, Ford reshapes its sustainability strategy appeared first on Trellis.
Cheap isn’t always a bad thing when it comes to carbon creditsThe carbon market doesn't always have strong price-quality correlation. The post Cheap isn’t always a bad thing when it comes to carbon credits appeared first on Trellis.
Money Trees: Paraguay’s Carbon Market Strategy Comes into FocusThe global compliance carbon market is opening a big financial opportunity, and Paraguay is prepared to make the most of it. TriplePundit
The top 3 threats for people globallyData security, dangers of AI and social/political division didn't top the list. The post The top 3 threats for people globally appeared first on Trellis.
Why Millions of Adorable Bees Are Emerging from This CemeteryA growing body of evidence shows that cemeteries host much more life — including insects, birds, mammals and rare plants — than death.TriplePundit
U.S. Communities Fight to Control Data Center DevelopmentAdding fuel to the fire is rising public awareness — and anger — over the wealth gap and the concentration of money and control in the tech sector. Ordinary households are grappling with high electricity rates and potential job loss while big tech companies make billions from AI growth.TriplePundit
This AI tool for net-zero research discloses its energy useChatNetZero 3.0 draws on research from the Net Zero Tracker, the most comprehensive database of such commitments. The post This AI tool for net-zero research discloses its energy use appeared first on Trellis.
How to navigate all those certifications in the voluntary carbon marketAn unregulated field has become a crowded one. The post How to navigate all those certifications in the voluntary carbon market appeared first on Trellis.
On the Front Lines of Climate Change and Conflict, Educating Young People is a Form of Resistance and a Means of SurvivalThe Green Panthers visit schools across Nigeria to reveal the far-reaching impacts of human destruction. They hope to inspire the country's youth to do things differently. TriplePundit
Consumers expect companies to advocate for stronger water protection policiesAgreement on the need is highest in Africa and the Middle East. The post Consumers expect companies to advocate for stronger water protection policies appeared first on Trellis.
In the Fight to Defend the Amazon, This Indigenous Community’s Secret Weapon Is ScienceIn the copper-rich mountains of southeastern Ecuador, Shuar people are combining ancestral knowledge and modern science to protect their forest from a Canadian mining giant.TriplePundit
Greenhouse Gas Protocol mulls dramatic expansion of emissions accountingThe protocol’s proposal builds on new guidelines, released this week, for how companies can claim benefits for investments in supply-chain decarbonization. The post Greenhouse Gas Protocol mulls dramatic expansion of emissions accounting appeared first on Trellis.
The math behind Microsoft’s plan to pause carbon removal purchasesHas the tech giant amassed enough credits to hit its 2030 carbon-neutral goal? The answer depends on data center emissions. The post The math behind Microsoft’s plan to pause carbon removal purchases appeared first on Trellis.
Amazon opens up its cloud emissions dataThe new AWS Sustainability console lets users collect and compare customer-specific metrics for their Amazon Web Services account. The post Amazon opens up its cloud emissions data appeared first on Trellis.
Panama’s Copper Crisis: What a $20B Lawsuit Says About Investor PowerA Canadian mining giant is using a $20 billion lawsuit to pressure Panama into reopening a controversial copper mine. The case exposes how international investment agreements can undermine democracy, and why experts are calling for fairer investment frameworks worldwide.TriplePundit
African Women Make Economic Gains Through Global Gig EconomyWomen make up about 27 percent of Africa’s online gig workforce. They're part of a generation redefining what work looks like across continent.TriplePundit
The No. 1 environmental concern? Water pollutionWater quality concerns outrank climate change, resource depletion and microplastics. The post The No. 1 environmental concern? Water pollution appeared first on Trellis.
The MAHA Movement Meets the Glyphosate BuzzsawThe Trump administration’s support for the notorious herbicide glyphosate shocked voters attracted to Make America Healthy Again messaging during the 2024 election. That anger could ripple into midterms.TriplePundit
The Grandmothers on the Front Line of Zimbabwe’s Mental Health CrisisGrandmothers are the custodians of culture in Zimbabwe. For generations, people sought advice from grandmothers across the country. Now, they're training in talk therapy to offer free mental healthcare on public benches.TriplePundit
Five Years Into a Fishing Ban, the Yangtze River Is Teeming With LifeA doubling of fish biomass along Asia’s longest river shows hope for large-scale conservation efforts and a lifeline for the endangered finless porpoise.TriplePundit
What the Return of ACT UP Can Teach No Kings Protesters About Sustaining a MovementNo Kings has organized millions, but protest marches are only part of a grassroots movement. The 1980s organization ACT UP New York offers a powerful example of how to follow marches with the sustained pressure and direct action needed to truly influence change.TriplePundit
Why Starbucks is giving away climate-tolerant coffee treesMore than half of the land used to grow Arabica beans for the world’s largest coffeehouse could be unusable by 2050. The post Why Starbucks is giving away climate-tolerant coffee trees appeared first on Trellis.
California Raised Wages for Incarcerated Firefighters, But Advocates Say There’s More to Be DoneCalifornia increased the hourly pay for incarcerated firefighters to $7.25 last year. It's a bittersweet victory for many, and the fight for fairness and more equitable conditions continues. TriplePundit
Corporate demand is driving a boom in farmland carbon creditsMicrosoft and Walmart are among the companies buying offsets and insets from a growing cadre of project developers. The post Corporate demand is driving a boom in farmland carbon credits appeared first on Trellis.
The biggest barrier to more sustainable diets: AffordabilityVery few consumers say healthier, more sustainable diets aren't worth it. The post The biggest barrier to more sustainable diets: Affordability appeared first on Trellis.
At the Height of NCAA March Madness, Activists Pressure Charter Airlines on Deportation FlightsU.S. immigration authorities are using so many charter planes that university teams playing in March Madness are competing with the government for bookings. The surrounding discourse puts pressure on the companies profiting from escalated immigration activity. TriplePundit
The ‘wickedness’ of climate actionThere's a reason low-leverage climate interventions are structurally doomed to fail. The post The ‘wickedness’ of climate action appeared first on Trellis.
How Montana Tribes Are Using Sovereignty to Restore Their Waterways‘We live at the backbone of the world, where the water begins.’TriplePundit
In Rural West Texas, Renewable Energy Brings a Windfall for SeniorsOfficials in Crockett County are using wind investments to help older residents age in place.TriplePundit
Health, well-being lead the global shift to more sustainable dietsThere's ample agreement around the desire to eat less processed food. The post Health, well-being lead the global shift to more sustainable diets appeared first on Trellis.
The Science of Plant Wisdom: How Herbalism Unlocks Better Health and Deeper ConnectionWith over 50 years as the leading expert in herbal wellness, Traditional Medicinals is bringing that deep-rooted knowledge to a wider audience through a new educational video platform: The Plant Wisdom Collective.TriplePundit
Regulations to watch in 2026 and beyondSustainability teams have long reported being overwhelmed by new rules. A recent surge has made the problem worse. The post Regulations to watch in 2026 and beyond appeared first on Trellis.
Target Answers Boycotts and DEI Criticism With…Cleaner Stores?Last year Target became an unwilling poster child for the cost of compliance with the Donald Trump administration's stance on corporate diversity. Will the retailer's renewed focus on store experience actually win back customers, or come across as tone deaf? TriplePundit
Hundreds of companies skipped publishing sustainability reports in 2025The drop is largely due to small and medium-sized business opting not to publish. The post Hundreds of companies skipped publishing sustainability reports in 2025 appeared first on Trellis.
The Straightforward, Inexpensive Way to Help People Remember Their Court DatesA recent study found that automated text reminders help more people get to their scheduled court dates. TriplePundit