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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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The Impact of Amazon Prime Big Deal Days on the Planet

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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Turning the Tide: How Business Owners Can Address Extreme Weather After Hurricane Milton

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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NetNada Client Case Study: Ivy Precinct’s Journey to Sustainability in Carbon Reduction and Waste Management

The Ivy Precinct, Sydney partnered with NetNada to tackle significant sustainability challenges as part of its commitment to Merivale's 2030 net-zero goals. Facing complexities in managing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and waste streams, the precinct worked with NetNada to implement a three-pronged strategy: comprehensive emissions and waste data analysis, waste stream optimization, and actionable insights for reducing CO2 emissions. Read this story to see the results.
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Vanguard Investments Lost $12.9 Million in Penalty for Greenwashing - How to Ensure your Business is Safe

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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Carbon Jargons: Carbon Accounting Glossary

In this page you will find all the definitions of essential terms related to Carbon Accounting. It is a key learning resource to accompany participants in our Carbon Accounting 101 Webinar.
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California Sues ExxonMobil for Misleading Claims on Plastic Recycling: Is it Greenwashing?

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

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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10 Expert Insights for Climate Week NYC 2024: How Carbon Accounting Drives Decarbonisation Across Key Event Themes

Climate Week NYC 2024 event themes—ranging from energy to transport, and recently including health—highlight critical areas where carbon accounting and decarbonisation strategies can make a powerful impact. This article presents key insights that will help you navigate these themes, spark meaningful conversations, and network with hundreds of like-minded professionals in the event.
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Navigating Australia's Mandatory Climate Reporting: What Your Business Needs to Know

In this article, we cover the main points businesses need to understand about climate reporting in Australia to help them adapt and succeed in this new era of responsibility.
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Entering a new era of Climate Reporting as Australian Government Passes Treasury Laws Amendment

Australia’s new Climate Reporting Act, part of the Treasury Laws Amendment (Financial Market Infrastructure and Other Measures) Act 2024, brings significant changes to how businesses report climate-related financial risks. Effective from 2025 for large companies and extending to 2027 for smaller ones, this law mandates detailed disclosures on climate risks and sustainability strategies. Learn how this legislation compares globally and what it means for your business in our concise guide.
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Reducing Hospital Carbon Footprint: 20 Sustainable Alternatives to Traditional Medical Supplies

This article lists 20 commonly used hospital items, offering environmentally sustainable alternatives that not only foster ecological responsibility but also improve the quality of patient care. By integrating these alternatives, healthcare facilities can not only showcase leadership in sustainability and set a benchmark for other industries, but also achieve big savings in combatting climate change.
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