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Below are links to articles I’ve written in addition to videos and webcasts I’ve produced and directed. Topics include ESG, sustainability, clean energy, climate change, conservation, and social justice.
EY ARTICLE: EMERGING FRAMEWORKS — WHAT IS THE TNFD?
Published: January 25, 2023
The environmental, social and governance (ESG) landscape is filled with voluntary reporting frameworks to help companies disclose various aspects of their business. Two predominant frameworks are the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), which is recommended for a broad stakeholder audience, and the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) framework, which is industry specific and focused on an investor audience. Other frameworks, such as the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) and the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB), look more closely at the material risks, opportunities and financial impacts related to sustainability issues, including climate change. But as jurisdictions around the world mandate ESG disclosures, it’s natural for additional frameworks to emerge that offer new ways for companies to disclose risks and opportunities relevant to their operations. View more.
EY VIDEO SERIES: ESG EVOLUTION
Published: August 1, 2022
EY sustainability and ESG leaders share insights on how organizations can embed sustainable business practices into their operations. Companies are increasingly embracing sustainable business practices in response to a growing recognition that business needs to lead the way in addressing a wide range of environmental and social issues. Sustainability has become a strategic imperative for companies as they position themselves for the future. The environmental and social challenges the world faces today are complex, alarming and urgent. The stakes are getting higher. That’s why value-led sustainability is everybody’s business. View more.
EY ONLINE EVENT: WHAT THE SEC PROPOSAL ON CLIMATE CHANGE DISCLOSURES MEANS FOR BUSINESS
Published: March 28, 2022
In this webcast, EY Leaders discuss the SEC proposal on climate change disclosures and how they impact the future of ESG reporting. In this webcast, panelists answered key questions such as: why the SEC is proposing disclosures on climate change, and why now; what disclosures are included in the new SEC proposal; how the proposal intersects with other regulatory developments globally; what feedback the SEC has requested on the proposal; where the SEC proposal goes from here; and how corporate boards and executives can start preparing their organizations for these proposed changes. Panelists included Orlan Boston, EY Americas ESG Markets Leader; Velislava Ivanova, EY Americas Chief Sustainability Officer; Mark Kronforst, Partner, Professional Practice – SEC Regulatory Matters; Marc Siegel, Partner, FAAS - ESG & Corporate Reporting Thought Leader, Former SASB Board Member. View more.
EY ARTICLE: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SCIENCE-BASED TARGETS
Published: December 12, 2022
If you’re involved with your company’s environmental, social and governance (ESG) reporting process, you may have heard of setting science-based targets. This concept was born from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which was established in 2015 as a mechanism to achieve the goals outlined in the Paris Agreement and drive climate action in the private sector. View more.
PEARL CERTIFICATION ARTICLE: WHAT IS HOME ELECTRIFICATION, AND IS IT FOR ME?
Published: December 1, 2022
When considering home upgrades, most people immediately think about a kitchen or bathroom remodel. Many envision hosting a cozy dinner party with friends and family in their sparkling new kitchens, outfitted with a modern oven, smooth marble countertops, and shiny new appliances. While kitchens are a fantastic place to start remodels, before beginning, you may want to consider going to the source — the fuel source powering that oven, those appliances. Switching from gas or oil to electricity will not only save you money in the long run, but it will also help safeguard your family’s health and the health of the planet. View more.
EY ARTICLE: WHERE SHOULD I BEGIN MY ESG JOURNEY?
Published: November 21, 2022
If you’re new to environmental, social and governance (ESG) topics and sustainability, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Every company is on a unique journey, and there are many factors to consider. With the anticipation of the finalization of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) rule on climate-related disclosures, it may seem tempting as a public company to use this as a starting point for shaping your company’s approach to ESG, especially if this is unfamiliar. However, disclosing ESG information doesn’t usually begin at disclosures — that’s the destination. View more.
EY ARTICLE: THE RACE TO NET ZERO — WHY IT’S CRITICAL FOR BUSINESS TO ACT BOLDLY ON CLIMATE
Published: December 20, 2021
The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) 26th Conference of the Parties (COP26) officially concluded on November 12, 2021, with 190 countries signing the Glasgow Climate Pact. It was an important step toward limiting global warming to 1.5° Celsius above pre-industrial levels, but the proceedings also highlighted that a significant amount of work still lies ahead. View more.
CLEAN ENERGY FUELS: 2020 SUSTAINABILITY REPORT
Published: May 12, 2021
Clean Energy Fuels Corp., a Delaware corporation, headquartered in Newport Beach, California, is a leading renewable energy company focused on the procurement and distribution of RNG, and conventional natural gas, in the form of compressed natural gas (CNG) and liquefied natural gas (LNG) for the United States and Canadian transportation markets. View more.
CHAKRATEC BLOG: HOW CHAKRATEC SUPPORTS GRID RESILIENCE AMID EV CHARGER ROLLOUTS AND WEATHER RELATED BLACKOUTS
Published: May 10, 2021
Grid resilience and stability is being discussed more frequently as demand for energy increases and new technologies are introduced that require greater grid capacity and power. One of those technologies that will continue to add pressure to electric grids around the world is electric vehicles (EVs), and the rollout of EV charging infrastructure. View more.
CHAKRATEC BLOG: CHAKRATEC’S KINETIC POWER BOOSTER — ONE OF THE MOST SUSTAINABLE EV CHARGING SOLUTIONS ON THE MARKET
February 16, 2021
If you are aiming to make bold moves to lower your organization’s CO2 emissions, meet internal ESG goals, or even some of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs) — Chakratec’s green and sustainable charging technology can help you get there. View more.
THE METALS COMPANY ONLINE EVENT: CLIMATE CHANGE & PACIFIC ISLAND NATIONS
Published: December 14, 2020
Over 10,000 people joined for an online discussion about climate change and sea level rise in the Pacific. Panelists included Former President of Kiribati, Anote Tong; actor and activist Ian Somerhalder; CEO of The Metals Company, Gerard Barron; and Chair of Pole to Pole and Chief Ocean Scientist for The Metals Company, Dr. Gregory Stone. View more.
FRONTIER IMPACT GROUP ARTICLE: WHY LAND RESTORATION IS A MUST FOR CLIMATE RESILIENCY
Published: November 19, 2020
Scientists have concluded that impacts from climate change and feedback loops are altering the water cycles. As extreme temperatures become more frequent, the average global temperatures rise and are likely to cause parts of the water cycle to speed up. View more.
MOT MAG ARTICLE: BIONIC YARN – PHARRELL’S INSPIRATION FOR SUSTAINABLE FASHION
Published: April 15, 2017
So much of what we consume and produce is made with plastic. While it may be an effective, hygienic material that’s cheap to produce, it also has a ton of environmental consequences. Plastic is costly for the environment for two reasons. View more.
PERSONAL BLOG: CAN CORAL REEFS ADAPT TO CLIMATE CHANGE
Published: April 14, 2017
Coral reefs are some of the ocean’s most spectacular attractions. Their vibrant, glistening colors are hard to miss, especially with the right kind of the sunlight. But coral reefs aren’t just aesthetically pleasing, they also provide unique habitats for 25 percent of all marine life and act as a primary source of food and income for over 500 million people. View more.
MOT MAG ARTICLE: THE GREAT PACIFIC GARBAGE PATCH – A NEW CONTINENT EMERGING ON THE SURFACE OF THE EARTH
Published: April 7, 2017
The Great Pacific Garbage Patch, also known as the Pacific Trash Vortex, is made up of large patches of marine debris. These huge spinning debris clusters are reported to be as big as twice the size of Texas and consist of materials ranging from plastic bottles to refrigerators and commercial fishing nets. View more.
PERSONAL BLOG: 5 WAYS TO LIVE A MORE SUSTAINABLE LIFESTYLE
Published: March 25, 2017
If you’ve read the news lately, you’ve probably seen the proposed cuts to the US Environmental Protection Agency, the dismantling of energy efficiency programs, rollbacks on drilling regulations, and the repeal of a law preventing mining companies from dumping coal in streams. Unfortunately for the environment, this news is rather bleak. View more.
THE AUSTRALIAN ARTICLE: THE REAL CARBON MARKET UPSIDE
Published: August 9, 2012
Over 1.4 billion people in the world live without grid electricity. On average, an underprivileged family spends 15-30 per cent of their total income on kerosene or other toxic resources that actually emit more greenhouse gases than light. View more.
MONASH UNIVERSITY ARTICLE: LOCAL GOVERNMENTS IN AUSTRALIA PERSEVERE, DESPITE CUTS TO ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAMS
Published: November 5, 2014
“You can hear the joy in their voices.” “One woman told me, ‘this is better than winning the Lotto.’” Gavin Mountjoy, Environmental Strategy Coordinator for the City of Darebin, says that local residents are elated with the prospect of saving money on energy costs while also doing something good for the environment. View more.
WEB SUCCESS TEAM BLOG: SOCIAL MEDIA FOR THE FORGOTTEN
Published: August 30, 2011
Online marketing is transforming the way that charitable organizations attract support from volunteers and potential donors. Social media websites such as Twitter and Facebook are no longer just for teenagers to catch up with friends, but rather an opportunity for non-profit organizations to expand their influence and capture the attention of larger audiences. View more.
FRONTIER IMPACT GROUP REPORT: BEHIND THE METER SOLAR PV FUNDING GUIDEBOOK
Published: March 15, 2017
One of the key barriers that has been expressed by CE project developers is the challenge to secure funding and improve their financial literacy. Thus the aim of the toolkit is to up-skill the financial literacy of community energy developers and increase the likelihood that their projects can be funded. View more.
THE SCOOP NEW ZEALAND ARTICLE: CAMBODIA — A COUNTRY STILL IN TURMOIL
Published: March 10, 2009
Amidst the bustling streets, dusty roads, whistles, horns, and panic resulting from disorganized traffic lays the multifaceted city of Phnom Penh. The capital of Cambodia integrates an interesting combination of culture, tourism and poverty, along with a strange sense of western influence. View more.