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3 Climate Disasters in 2024 Pleading for Climate Action: Urgent Lessons for Businesses

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In this blog, we’ll explore three major climate disasters of 2024—Hurricane Helene, Typhoon Gaemi, and the Nepal floods and landslides—and explain how they are directly linked to the urgent need for climate action. We’ll also explore how businesses can take responsibility for their emissions using a carbon accounting tool like NetNada. 
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The Impact of Amazon Prime Big Deal Days on the Planet

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Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days 2024 (October 8th-9th) kicks off, with millions of shoppers taking advantage of deep discounts. However, behind the excitement lies a significant environmental cost—one that both businesses and consumers must consider.
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NetNada Empowers Zip Co in Global Carbon Emissions Reporting and Compliance

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Zip Co, an ASX-listed tech company, partnered with NetNada to streamline its carbon emissions measurement and reporting across Australia, New Zealand, and the United States. Faced with complex compliance requirements, NetNada provided tailored, data-driven solutions that ensured accurate reporting for CDP, TCFD, and annual submissions. The collaboration not only helped Zip Co meet global sustainability standards but also improved internal efficiency, positioning the company as a leader in environmental performance.
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Turning the Tide: How Business Owners Can Address Extreme Weather After Hurricane Milton

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Hurricane Milton serves as a stark reminder of the devastating effects of climate change. As extreme weather events become more frequent and severe, businesses must take action to reduce their carbon emissions. By embracing carbon accounting and implementing sustainable practices, companies can play a key role in mitigating the impact of climate change and building resilience for the future.
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Vanguard Investments Lost $12.9 Million in Penalty for Greenwashing - How to Ensure your Business is Safe

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Vanguard Investments Australia was hit with a $12.9 million penalty for making misleading claims regarding their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) funds. It was found that they falsely promoted their Ethically Conscious Global Aggregate Bond Index Fund as excluding industries like fossil fuels–when in reality, the majority of the fund was not screened for these criteria. This case serves as a stark reminder that greenwashing—misleading marketing of environmental claims—can have serious legal and financial consequences. Here's how you can avoid the same fate.
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California Sues ExxonMobil for Misleading Claims on Plastic Recycling: Is it Greenwashing?

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The lawsuit claims that ExxonMobil knowingly misled the public into believing that recycling was a viable solution to plastic waste, despite being aware that most of the plastic would not be recycled. This case brings attention to how large companies often shape sustainability narratives to their advantage, raising the question: Is this an example of greenwashing?
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Climate Week 2024 From Down Under to Wall Street: How Australia's Climate Regulations Can Inspire Global Sustainable Investment‍

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This blog delves into how Australia’s approach can inform and inspire sustainable finance practices worldwide, illustrating key lessons and strategies for advancing the transition to a low-carbon economy.
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Sustainability That Sells: Mastering the Art of Building Trust for Partnerships

Discover proven strategies for pitching carbon accounting and sustainability solutions that build client trust, overcome objections, and leverage NetNada’s tools to close more deals while positioning your business as a trusted leader in a sustainability-driven market.
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Carbon Accounting 101 Webinar

Watch the recording of our webinar on Carbon Accounting 101 with Alex King
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Supply Chain Engagement Webinar

Watch the recording of our webinar on Supply Chain Engagement with Lochie Burke.
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Sustainable Events Masterclass - Master strategies in Responsible Events Management

November 27 | Discover essential strategies for reducing carbon emissions, explore eco-friendly sourcing and waste management, and learn how to navigate the evolving landscape of sustainability in the events industry.
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NetNada x Better Business Partnership (BBP) - Measuring Your Company's Carbon Footprint

October 30 | This NetNada x BBP joint webinar will demonstrate how embracing sustainability not only enhances your business reputation but also strengthens client relationships and attracts larger customers by highlighting your commitment to reducing emissions.
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Australian Mandatory Climate Reporting: What to do if your Business doesn't make $500M annually

October 16 | Discover the new regulations set to take effect in 2025, learn how to navigate mandatory disclosures, and gain actionable insights to align your business with reporting standards.
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Sustainable Procurement Pathways: Collaborative Strategies for Procurers and Suppliers

This engaging session is designed to bridge the gap between large organisations and small to medium enterprises (SMEs), focusing on the key questions procurement teams must ask to enhance transparency and the crucial steps SMEs need to take to be prepared.
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Event Sustainability Webinar

Learn the basics of carbon accounting and understand how it plays a crucial role in assessing and reducing your event's environmental impact.
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Sustainability 101: Introduction Carbon Accounting

Join us for "Sustainability 101: An Introduction to Carbon Accounting," a comprehensive webinar designed to demystify carbon accounting's essentials and its pivotal role in sustainable business practices. Learn how NetNada is leading innovation in this crucial area.
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Net-Zero & Government Procurement: What to expect with new legislation.

Exploring the implications of new government legislation on net-zero and government procurement. With a focus on the recent $75 billion shift in government contracts, this session will delve into how these changes impact tenders, contracts, and business operations.
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Getting Started: The Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP)

The CDP's annual scoring and ranking system has incentivised organisations to enhance their environmental performance. Companies and cities are evaluated based on their disclosure completeness, awareness of environmental risks, and actions taken to mitigate climate change. This competitive aspect of the CDP drives innovation and encourages participants to set ambitious sustainability targets, leading to tangible positive impacts on the environment. This article explores the CDP, their objectives and areas of focus, deep-diving into its questionnaires, step-by-step participation, and best practices to achieve a good CDP score.
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Getting Started: The Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi)

The Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) is one of the most relevant carbon reduction entities in the world. As more and more companies engage with them, it's becoming more a necessity than an option to align business sustainability goals with this standard.This article gets you started with everything you need to know about the SBTi, who they are, how it works, the criteria in setting science-based targets and diving into the specific steps they require.
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Calculating Emissions for Events: A Beginners Guide

Sustainable event organisers who are looking to host environmentally responsible events must strive to adhere to the Climate Active Carbon Neutral Standard. Doing so requires a comprehensive understanding and calculation of carbon emissions produced throughout the duration of the event from start to finish. This article serves as a beginner's guide, highlighting the importance of calculations and the specific steps of analysing it.
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Meeting Vendor Sustainability Expectations: Strategies for SMB Success

Discover how small and medium-sized business (SMBs) can navigate and meet the increasing expectations for sustainability from their vendors. This comprehensive article explores the importance of understanding vendor sustainability expectations, strategies for meeting these expectations effectively, and the crucial role of leadership in driving sustainability initiatives within SMBs.
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Supplier Selection Criteria for Sustainable Procurement: A Complete Guide

Sustainable procurement is a crucial aspect of corporate sustainability and competitive advantage. By developing and implementing a robust supplier selection criteria, organisation can contribute to a more sustainable future while ensuring a responsible and sustainable supply chain.
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Top 3 Companies that Decarbonise Their Supply Chain through Supplier Engagement

With a growing awareness of the need for significant climate action, businesses are turning to their suppliers to drive sustainable practices throughout the value chain. This article explores the importance of supplier engagement and decarbonisation efforts and the notable strategies that leading company are using in their journey towards decarbosation.
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The Future of Vendor Sustainability: How to Get Your Team and Stakeholders Involved

To successfully integrate vendor sustainability into business operations, companies must align their strategies with stakeholder values, empower their teams, leverage technology, and foster a culture of sustainability. This article breaks down how to involve stakeholders effectively to create lasting impact and a more sustainable supply chain.
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The Business Case for Low Emissions Procurement: Driving Value Through Supplier Sustainability

Low emissions procurement focuses on selecting suppliers and sourcing products and services that have a low carbon footprint.
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Decarbonising Supply Chains: How Leading Companies Tackle Scope 3 Emissions for a Sustainable Future

Discover how leading companies are revolutionising their supply chains to reduce Scope 3 emissions and promote sustainability. From Mars in the food sector to HP in technology and Ford in automotive, this post highlights the dynamic efforts shaping a sustainable business future. With insights from SBTi and Climate Action Tracker, we explore the ambitious net-zero targets and the broader impact on industry trends and consumer expectations. This overview offers crucial information for suppliers and stakeholders keen to align with major corporate sustainability goals.
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Exploring the Future of Travel: Innovation, Sustainability, and the Transformative Power of ITB Berlin 2024

In the vast world of hospitality, hotels, and travel, one event stands out for its sheer scale and vision—ITB Berlin. This monumental gathering brings together over 24,000 attendees, 5,500 exhibitors, and 1,300 senior buyers from more than 170 countries. With 400 speakers across four stages and 17 thematic tracks, ITB Berlin is the definitive global forum for the travel industry.
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Navigating the Shift: Embracing the Global Impact of ISSB Sustainability Standards

The ISSB's new sustainability standards, IFRS S1 and S2, are reshaping global business practices for a sustainable future. Set to take effect in January 2024, they signal a major shift in corporate reporting and strategy. What does this mean for global markets and corporate transparency? Explore the transformative impact of these standards and the urgent call for businesses to adapt.
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