Energy Efficiency, GHG Emissions, Regulation  -  February 8, 2025

Weekend Reads: Why SBTi Delisted 200 Companies; Sustainability at Super Bowl LIX

It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web:

 Why SBTi has delisted more than 200 high profile companies (Sustainability Magazine)  The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), one of the world's foremost frameworks for corporate decarbonization, removed more than 200 companies from its list of net zero commitments in 2024. The decision, announced as part of the final report for the Business Ambition for 1.5°C campaign, spoke to the challenges faced by corporations in meeting stringent climate action requirements set out by international governing bodies, as well as self-imposed interim emissions targets.

NFL expands sustainability efforts at Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans (Biz New Orleans)  The National Football League (NFL) is reinforcing its commitment to sustainability through a range of environmental initiatives including recycling, carbon footprint tracking, and food and materials donations. 

WEBINAR | 2025 State of Corporate Sustainability: Operating buildings with efficiency and sustainability at the forefront (Atrius) The Annual State of Corporate Sustainability Report takes a deep dive into understanding the biggest drivers, motivators, and challenges facing professionals dedicated to making our built environment more sustainable. This year’s findings showed that both energy and sustainability professionals have critical roles to play in optimizing your strategies and building data. In this webinar, we’ll review key findings from the report from the perspective of our expert panelists. REGISTER HERE

The Ominous Omnibus: What new EU legislation could mean for sustainability reporting (Forbes)  Following calls to reduce the regulatory burden imposed on businesses, the European Union is poised to reform a series of laws passed under the EU Green Deal that required businesses to address climate change. With a goal of reducing reporting requirements, the Omnibus Simplification Package will look at the EU Taxonomy, Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive, and the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive. The result could reshape the international landscape for sustainability reporting, but little is known about the proposal expected to be introduced on February 26.

Energy and AI: The power couple that could usher in a net-zero world (World Economic Forum)  cross industries, the call for energy systems that provide maximum power, minimal emissions and energy security is growing louder. To meet these goals, the energy sector must undergo a rapid transformation – reducing emissions while delivering reliable, scalable energy to support economic growth. Central to unlocking this potential is artificial intelligence (AI), which offers unprecedented opportunities to revolutionize the production, management and consumption of energy.

Exploring Pathways To Building Decarbonization (Facility Executive)  A combination of electric, efficient, and flexible solutions can lead the way to building decarbonization, improve standards of living, and reduce energy bills — if supported by ambitious policy, according to a new report from the Energy Transitions Commission.

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