“Nature-positive” and the forest sector
This insights piece is part of a series from the members of WBCSD’s Forest Solutions Group (FSG) presenting diverse perspectives on the forest sector’s many connections with key global development issues.
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COP26: underlining that the momentum for climate, nature and equity action is NOW
COP26 has been like none other; it will be seen as an inflection point for global climate recovery, in which 1.5°C was agreed as the ceiling.
Tire Industry Project methodology employed to advance tire and road wear particles research
Using a Tire Industry Project (TIP) methodology, the U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association (USTMA) will produce cryogenically milled tire tread (CMTT) and provide samples to researchers to advance scientific study on tire and road wear particles (TRWP).
Looking beyond net zero: new report challenges businesses to adopt ‘just and regenerative’ approaches capable of tackling critical global challenges
Following the COP26 Climate Summit, a new report launched today is calling on businesses to urgently reset their sustainability ambition – ultimately adopting “just and regenerative” approaches with the potential to transform the way they operate at scale and pace.
WBCSD and PwC unveil new framework to decarbonize supply chains
WBCSD and PwC UK have today unveiled a new report for business outlining incentives for supply chain decarbonization.
First application of a new sustainable mobility map in Lisbon
WBCSD launched a new sustainable urban mobility systems map.
WBCSD on the Glasgow Climate Pact
COP26 will be seen as an inflection point for global climate recovery.
WBCSD releases new guidance for power utilities on evaluating climate-related financial impacts
WBCSD today released “Evaluating Climate-Related Financial Impacts on Power Utilities”, new guidance presenting approaches and insights for quantifying energy transition-related financial risk and opportunity in the power electric utilities sector.
COP26: Industry calls for action from government and business to address embodied emissions in building construction
Representatives of Stora Enso, Google, Lendlease, WEB Limited Group, World Business Council for Sustainable Development and the World Green Building Council call on governments and industry to make urgent commitments to tackle climate change and achieve a net-zero society.
#BuildingToCOP26 Coalition highlights 26 climate action initiatives on Cities, Regions and Built Environment Day
Today, on Cities, Regions and Built Environment Day at COP26, business leaders and national, regional and city-level policymakers will gather to discuss the collaborative solutions that can accelerate climate action over the next decade.