Climate Week NYC insights to advance a richer sustainability conversation
Adopting the theme “It’s Time,” this year’s Climate Week gathered leaders across business, academia, government and civil society to challenge participants to take on the crucial decisions and actions today. Here are the key takeaways.
How to supercharge collective, contagious action at UNGA and beyond
Despite of tensions and challenges surrounding SDGs as a result of polycrisis and disruptions, civil society organizations and philanthropic funders should step forward as champions of sustainable solutions who do not face the constraints challenging public and private sectors.
COP28 the road ahead on climate communications
To help make sense of the potential impacts of this year’s COP, our climate experts have developed the advisory COP28: The Road Ahead on Climate Communications in 2024, drawing on insights from across our global network.
The Road to COP 28
With over 70,000 anticipated participants and several global pre-COP events, this year’s UN’s climate summit COP 28 has already attracted attention across world leaders, corporations, and NGOs. Our expert on international public affairs shares insights on the topics to watch.
Leading at the Intersections 2023
Powell Tate’s report, Leading at the Intersections 2023 provides our clients with actionable insights on some of the biggest issues of the moment, what to be watching for in 2023, as well as some of our best thinking from the past year.
Sustainability Sensemaking
In the ‘Sustainability Sensemaking’ series, we feature expert commentary on the global trends shaping the climate and environment, social and governance (ESG) agenda surrounding the U.N. Climate Conference.
COP27: Net Zero’s Greenwashing Reckoning and Communications Implications
While many hoped this year’s United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27) would catalyze global momentum towards addressing the increasingly dire predictions of our warming climate, the outcome was once again flawed yet consequential for our world and our organizations — with clear implications for corporate communicators.
Climate Spotlight 2022
As world leaders, CEOs, advocates and policymakers convene for the UN General Assembly, NY Climate Week and several other high-profile convenings this month, our team is tracking key climate trends, policies, events and implications for corporate leaders. We created the Climate Spotlight 2022 briefing to provide an overview of recent trends and policy actions and look ahead to global climate diplomacy through the end of this year.
Summary of the Climate Provisions in the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022
Designed to tackle climate change, lower healthcare costs, reduce the federal deficit and fight inflation, the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 includes the largest federal investment to slow global warming, support the development of a green economy, and mitigate the impact of a changing climate on businesses and society.
Policy Matters: A Look at How States are Addressing Social, Health and Economic Issues
With federal policymakers at a near standstill on many economic and social issues, state-level elected officials are having an increasing impact on Americans’ daily lives. This edition of Policy Matters looks at how states are handling key issues from data privacy to climate change, and more.
Four Considerations for Businesses in an Ever-Changing, Climate-Focused World
With all the major issues facing the world, climate change still looms as the largest threat to society and humanity. Here are four key considerations for all brands or businesses, wherever they may be on their sustainability journeys.
Communicating Clearly and Transparently on Climate Solutions
Sustainability terms are oftentimes vague and extremely technical — and using these terms incorrectly or interchangeably can lead to confusion among stakeholders and significant reputational issues for brands. To help reduce risk and provide full transparency to your stakeholders on your environmental progress, communicators should know and understand this vocabulary.
How to Acknowledge Earth Day in a Climate Emergency
Earth Day is a key milestone for organizations to demonstrate progress in mitigating the impact of a changing climate and promoting environmental solutions that safeguard people and the planet. In preparation for Earth Day on April 22, 2022, here are five important considerations for companies.
Anticipating the Year Ahead: Global Events in Watch in 2022
As the world enters a new year, continued uncertainty over the path of the global COVID-19 pandemic, an evolving set of economic challenges, rising political and social unrest and the prospect of geopolitical conflicts that could disrupt business and international relations persist. Going into 2022, we’re keeping our eyes on several key issues and events.
COP26: What Business Should Watch
Global climate leaders will meet for two weeks in Glasgow starting on October 31. A successful COP26 will accelerate governments on their path to mitigating climate risks and provide businesses with the clarity they need to invest in and create opportunities for sustainable growth and innovation.
Countdown to COP26
This year’s intergovernmental UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26) takes place from November 1–12, in Glasgow, and will be the most important global climate summit since the landmark Paris Climate Agreement was finalized in 2015.
IPCC Report: Key Climate Change Implications for Businesses
UN’s Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) outlines alarming trends in global climate and a new urgency for governments, businesses and communities around the world to accelerate the transition to clean energy.
