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What we're watching.
Curated news and commentary on sustainability regulation, corporate climate strategy, and environmental practice — selected by the Praxis team.
Of 8 corporate climate strategies, only 1 is linked to falling emissions
A study of nearly 150 major companies finds that most mainstream sustainability strategies fail to produce measurable emissions reductions. The one that works involves integrating targets directly into capital allocation decisions — a finding that aligns closely with how we approach reduction planning.
Why eBay's emissions spiked after carbon accounting rules changed
A useful case study in how shifting GHG accounting standards can dramatically alter a company's reported footprint — without any change in actual operations. Organizations relying on outdated reporting frameworks are exposed to exactly this kind of restatement risk.
ISO adopts standard for managing SDG commitments
A new ISO framework gives organizations a structured way to align operations with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. For companies navigating multi-jurisdictional reporting requirements, this standard offers a credible common reference point — and early adoption signals seriousness to regulators and investors alike.
Limit corporate influence, nonprofits tell GHG Protocol and other standard-setters
Advocacy groups are pushing back on corporate lobbying of the bodies that set greenhouse gas accounting standards. The outcome matters: GHG Protocol rules determine what counts as a reduction, what must be disclosed, and what regulators will eventually mandate. Worth monitoring closely.
How companies are using AI to support sustainability goals
From supplier emissions tracking to energy optimization, AI tools are beginning to reduce the data burden of sustainability management. We're watching this space carefully — the promise is real, but so is the risk of over-relying on models that obscure rather than clarify environmental performance.
4 takeaways from the 2026 Climate Pledge Report
Seven years into The Climate Pledge, signatories are showing meaningful but uneven progress toward net-zero. The report highlights a familiar pattern: organizations with operational sustainability programs outperform those relying on offsets and procurement commitments alone.