The Carbon Trust

In our summer edition of the Net Zero Roundup, we look at how the new UK government is picking up the pace on climate and what else it needs to focus on to put the UK back on track for Net Zero.   Plus, we provide quick intelligence on:    📜 South Africa’s long-awaited Climate Change Act 🏢 New SBTi guidance on offset credits 💵 The growing risk of inconsistency in asset managers' climate targets 💡Whether Paris 2024 was the most sustainable Olympics in recent history

Did you know that food systems are estimated to be responsible for around a third of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions, half of which is caused by food loss and waste? Food sent to landfills generates large volumes of methane, which is up to 80 times more potent than carbon dioxide as a greenhouse gas.    We are pleased to be working with The Global FoodBanking Network and the Global Methane Hub to develop a methodology for measuring the volume of methane that can be avoided by food banks.   This means food banks around the world will now be able to use the methodology to better measure and understand how to reduce methane from food collection and distribution, while also tackling hunger and food waste.   Find out more about the project ➡️ https://lnkd.in/ee3rnd8v

Our research found that less than half of businesses say they have enough budget to deliver a Net Zero transition plan. Join our webinar on 12 September as we explore how sustainability professionals can navigate internal conversations about sustainable finance to maximise climate-related performance and impact. Catherine Bohill from Telefónica, Sylvie Sasaki from Aviva Investors, Adelene Anthony from Axiata will join our Head of Sustainable Finance Pietro R. to: 1. Explore the global ecosystem of sustainable finance solutions 2. Identify tangible actions for financing the transition across different geographies 3. Share learnings from corporate success stories Sign up ➡️ https://lnkd.in/e2nb8Aea

The urgency of decarbonising our economies to tackle the climate crisis cannot be overstated. Innovation is the game-changer we need. 🎙️ Listen to our podcast series where we discuss taking the offshore wind industry to new heights, the circular economy revolution, and cleantech’s role in decarbonising hard-to-abate sectors. Featuring Faustine Delasalle from Mission Possible Partnership, Robert Trezona from Kiko Ventures, Andrew M. from the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, Lyndie Hice-Dunton from the US National Offshore Wind Research & Development Consortium, Simon Sharpe from the UN High-Level Climate Champions and Ross Bruton, Aleyn Smith-Gillespie, and Megan Smith from the Carbon Trust. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/e8vDbghc

What do South Africa’s elections mean for climate policy? Nina Foster from our Net Zero Intelligence Unit spoke to Jarredine Morris our Co-head of South Africa about priorities for the newly-formed South African government, and South Africa’s role in the global Net Zero transition. Read the full interview ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eVAgHNQY

Over half of the world’s top 2,000 businesses have set Net Zero targets. To navigate the complexities, our report outlines the key barriers and solutions that sustainability decision-makers face in their Net Zero transition. Download the report for our practical solutions⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eGFi3iCi

Two thirds of UK consumers want to buy products that have a more positive environmental impact but are unsure how to identify them, according to new research from Amazon.   Our product carbon footprint label is featured on Amazon’s Climate Pledge Friendly Scheme as an external certification, helping customers shopping on its platform to better understand the carbon impact of the products they buy. Discover how carbon footprinting and labelling can help your business to stand out ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gmAd5KSF

In response to the Science Based Targets initiative's recent research for a more effective approach to Scope 3 emissions, Senior Consultant Tiphaine Aries outlines the key elements organisations should be aware of regarding the future of target setting and decarbonisation journeys: 1. What is new from the SBTi? 2. What could the new metrics be? 3. What will happen to existing targets if the guidance changes? 4. Will I be able to use carbon credits or EACs to achieve climate targets? 5. What the next steps are If you’d like to find out more about how this might impact your organisation, please get in touch ➡️ https://lnkd.in/e35d53sP

After our successful ‘Navigating the Net Zero transition for cities and regions’ four-part webinar series, you can watch the recordings from all the sessions on our website. Topics include: ✅ Key areas of public sector Scope 3 emissions, focusing on supply chains and purchased goods and services ✅ The challenges and opportunities for the UK heat network sector ✅ How to develop and implement renewable energy projects at a local level and the challenges involved Catch up on all the action ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eRStQBfi

How can smallholder farmers, who lack the resources, transition to more sustainable practices? To encourage a just transition, we worked with Mexico’s Trust Funds for Rural Development (FIRA), Agence Française de Développement and the EU's LACIF - Latin American and Caribbean Investment Facility to create a dedicated loan programme with financial incentives and technical assistance that help farmers in agriculture, livestock, forestry, and fisheries. The loans offered through the programme support sustainable agriculture, protecting farmers’ land and livelihoods.    https://lnkd.in/e7NACkiZ