BP’s head of strategy, sustainability to depart amid retreat from low-carbon goal

The oil giant will not replace Giulia Chierchia, who has spearheaded its carbon net-zero mission — an initiative that BP is abandoning — since 2020.

By Brett Dworski • May 6, 2025

HSBC pressed on net-zero by $1.6 trillion investor group at annual meeting

Some 30 investors called on the bank to “urgently affirm” its commitment to its climate goals and prioritizing net-zero emissions across its operations.

By Zoya Mirza • May 5, 2025

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This year has shaped up to be a formative one for ESG, from the U.S. pulling out of major climate agreements to federal agencies recalibrating their approach to sustainability under the new administration.

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Why HowGood thinks food industry climate goals will withstand Trump rollback

The emissions tracking platform said companies are still looking for new ESG tools, even as regulatory pressures shift under the Trump administration.

By Chris Casey • May 5, 2025

US solar, battery manufacturing to expand through 2027 despite uncertainty: Anza Renewables

This year, Anza sees tighter supplies and higher prices for U.S.-made solar cells and battery components as tariffs push buyers toward domestic options.

By Brian Martucci • May 5, 2025

Policy, tax uncertainty holding back US clean energy development

Clean energy policy experts gathered at DC Climate Week said that the current uncertainty around the U.S. tax and tariff environment is inhibiting the market.

By Lamar Johnson • May 2, 2025

Clothing prioritized in European Commission’s sustainable products plan

Beginning in 2025, a five-year plan will outline new requirements for the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation.

By Lauren Schenkman • May 2, 2025

Federal appeals court temporarily pauses litigation on Biden-era DOL ESG rule

The U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals issued a 30-day pause in the case, but noted that it “will not permit an open-ended abeyance.”

By Zoya Mirza • May 1, 2025

Chipmaker TSMC looks to reach net-zero emissions by 2050

The semiconductor manufacturing company is pushing to reach peak emissions this year as part of its sustainability pledge. 

By Kate Magill • May 1, 2025

FASB’s draft rules could harm environmental credit markets: Environmental Defense Fund

The Financial Accounting Standards Board is proposing specific accounting standards for carbon offsets and other climate-related credits and obligations, sparking concern from environmental groups.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • April 30, 2025

DOT repeals highway GHG emissions reporting rule

The Biden-era rule, which required states and metropolitan planning organizations to monitor and set targets to reduce CO2 emissions, faced political opposition and lawsuits.

By Dan Zukowski • April 30, 2025

DC Climate Week opens with calls to innovate approach to sustainability

Over 3,500 attendees have gathered in the nation’s capital this week to talk about innovation in climate tech, boosting green financing and more.

By Lamar Johnson • April 30, 2025

Renewable energy advocates see threats from Texas legislation

SB 819 would “represent a significant change to renewables development,” with new siting requirements for wind and solar, said law firm Vinson & Elkins.

By Diana DiGangi • April 29, 2025

Nestlé and Ofi combat cocoa deforestation with regenerative agriculture program

The chocolate giant and ingredients processor plan to plant nearly 3 million trees in growing regions and track its carbon footprint using AI tools.

By Chris Casey • April 29, 2025

Clean energy manufacturers cancel projects as Trump-era policies take hold

Companies canceled, closed or downsized nearly $8 billion in projects in Q1.

By Kate Magill • April 28, 2025

Net Zero in motion: A case study in sustainable logistics

Cut emissions, not quality—how PCI Pharma Services cut 13.9 tons of CO₂ in just 3 months.

By Tim Hansen, ESG Director, PCI Pharma Services and Sandra Voss, Director, Global Sustainability, Marken, UPS Healthcare Precision Logistics • April 28, 2025

NYC pension funds to drop asset managers lacking solid net-zero plans: comptroller

“Our new standards demand that the retirement systems’ managers strengthen their net zero plans consistent with their fiduciary duty — or we will find new asset managers who will,” Brad Lander said.

By Zoya Mirza • April 25, 2025

Climate advocates brace for Trump executive order targeting nonprofits’ tax exempt status

Environmental groups are anticipating attempts to revoke their tax-exempt 501(c)(3) status, and some are vowing to fight any such attempts. 

By Diana DiGangi • April 25, 2025

Google signs first offshore wind deal in Asia Pacific region

The deal with Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners adds wind power to the search giant’s renewable energy portfolio in Taiwan, which was recently expanded to include geothermal energy.

By Lamar Johnson • April 24, 2025

Mastercard announces solar, geothermal projects for its facilities

The payments company will build a solar panel array to power its tech hub in Missouri and replace its natural gas cooling and heating system with geothermal at its New York HQ.

By Lamar Johnson • April 23, 2025

New York state pension fund commits $2.4B to climate-focused investments

The investment is part of the New York State Common Retirement Fund’s broader goal of allocating $40 billion to sustainable investments and climate solutions by 2035.

By Zoya Mirza • April 23, 2025

Mondelēz sustainability report shows challenges in lowering virgin plastic

The snack foods manufacturer detailed gaps between its 2024 virgin and recycled plastic trends and its 2025 targets in an annual report.

By Maria Rachal • April 23, 2025

Labor Dept. considers rescinding Biden-era ESG fiduciary rule

The agency asked for a suspension of litigation in the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, as it considers whether to get rid of the rule allowing pension funds to consider ESG factors.

By Lamar Johnson • April 22, 2025

Solar advocates lobby on strong fundamentals amid political uncertainty

As Congress weighs tax incentive cuts, and tariffs drive up materials prices, the solar industry is emphasizing the technology’s low cost and fast deployment speed.

By Diana DiGangi • April 22, 2025

Apple surpasses 60% reduction in global emissions, moves closer to 2030 climate goal

The progress builds towards the iPhone maker’s goal of achieving carbon neutrality by the end of the decade.

By Zoya Mirza • April 21, 2025

EPA granted appellate stay after judge rules to end GGRF funding freeze

A judge ruled Tuesday to end the freeze and allow grantees to access their funding, but appellate judges granted EPA a stay on that injunction late Wednesday. 

By Diana DiGangi • April 21, 2025