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This year, many industries across the economy experienced negative financial impacts due to extreme droughts and flooding. But companies and investors can help avert these looming threats by acting with ambition and urgency. Through the #ValuingWaterFinanceInitiative, investors have been supporting large companies to more responsibly manage water, thereby minimizing financial risks in the face of growing water scarcity and pollution. To do this successfully, businesses need to bridge significant gaps: = Tackle water risk in supply chains – For many sectors, supply chains account for the vast majority of the water companies use. = Cut water pollution - In addition to running the risk of not having enough clean water to operate, companies that pollute water risk fines, penalties, clean-up costs, and reputational damage. - Protect freshwater systems - The economic value of water and freshwater ecosystems is immense: about $58 trillion annually, equivalent to 60% of global GDP. Read more about this in my latest Forbes column with some examples of companies that are leading the way. https://lnkd.in/eQKUivPr

This week, Tanja Dysli, IKEA U.S. Chief Supply Chain Officer, spoke at the Clean Trucks PA Route Zero Week event to highlight progress in zero-emission delivery and the role of federal funding in supporting electrification projects. With over 370 EV chargers installed at our stores and distribution centers across the U.S., and hundreds more planned – we’re committed to reducing emissions in transportation. The transition to zero-emission transportation is critical for tackling climate change and growing our business, but we can’t do it alone. We’re grateful to CALSTART, Navy Yard Philadelphia, and all the event partners for leading the way toward a cleaner, more sustainable world. Together, we’re making progress toward a brighter future for the many. Watch the Clean Trucks PA Route Zero Week event here: https://lnkd.in/eUJNWRnA 

Ceres is proud to be a Convening Partner at #GreenBiz25 (Feb. 10-12, Phoenix, AZ) — a premier event for sustainability professionals. Join the following Ceres experts in Phoenix in February: Steven M. Rothstein, Managing Director, and Randi Mail, Director of Campaigns, both with the Ceres Accelerator for Sustainable Capital Markets, lead February 10 tutorial "The State of Corporate Sustainability Disclosure and Planning" at 9:30am-12pm MT. Laura Draucker, Ph.D., Senior Director, Corporate Climate Action, joins February 11 breakout session "Tackling Transition Plans: Sustainability, Finance and Legal Working Together" at 2:45-3:45pm MT. Anne L. Kelly, Vice President, Ceres Policy Network, joins February 11 breakout session "Policy as a Competitive Advantage: Corporate Climate Leadership" at 4:15-5:15pm MT. Carolyn Ching, Director, Food and Forests, Research, Ceres, joins February 12 breakout session "Turning Nature-Related Disclosure into Strategic Business Advantage" at 9-10am MT. And Steven M. Rothstein also joins February 12 breakout session "Lessons on Mitigation and Adaptation from the Insurance Industry" at 10:30-11:30am MT. Register by Jan. 17 to save $550, and use code GB25C for 20% off — totaling nearly $1,400 off the Final Rate for the All-Access Pass: https://buff.ly/4fX7Dlf Trellis Group

Congratulations to Ceres Vice President of Government Relations Anne L. Kelly on receiving Special Recognition from ClimateVoice for the inaugural Bill Weihl Awards! The Bill Weihl Awards honor individuals who use their climate voice and demonstrate an outstanding commitment to advocating for climate policy. Anne has led the Ceres Policy Network since 2009, mobilizing companies to advocate for responsible climate policies. Under her leadership, the Ceres team has celebrated more than 100 policy wins aimed at building a cleaner, more resilient economy Congratulations to all honorees! https://bit.ly/3ZDZWK7

Today, the Paris Agreement turns 9 – and hundreds of #AmericaIsAllIn members stand strong in our coalition’s commitment to accelerate climate action.🌎 Non-federal leaders across the country and around the world play an instrumental role in achieving the goals of the #ParisAgreement – the global agreement to combat climate change – and together, we have the power to reduce emissions and deliver transformative economic, health, and environmental progress. 🔗Read our statement: https://lnkd.in/gxcKybzN

Our 2024 Climate Risk Scorecard reveals both progress and pressing need for action. Over the past 18 months, federal regulators have made meaningful strides in addressing systemic financial risks, from the SEC's landmark climate disclosure rules to the Federal Reserve's new risk management principles. While regulators are moving in the right direction, there's significant work ahead to truly protect our financial institutions. Read the full analysis: https://bit.ly/4gj89dw #ClimateRisk #FinancialRegulation #Sustainability #ClimateAction

Our latest #Sustainability Report is here! We're thrilled to share that we've already achieved 50% of our sustainability targets under our DEGREE framework - ahead of schedule! This milestone highlights our dedication to tackling #ClimateChange and driving the sustainability transformation for our customers and economies. 🌱 From integrating #ESG principles into every aspect of our work to empowering our customers to scale their impact, we're focused on shaping a greener, more sustainable future - together. #ScalingSustainabilityImpact

Following a review of Investor Climate Action Plans around the world, Founding Partners of The Investor Agenda have found that comprehensive climate action planning is the new standard. Read the #ICAPs analysis here: https://lnkd.in/e5J53WVd

🌍 Time is Running Out: Double Your Impact for Climate Action! ⏰ Today is Giving Tuesday, and it’s your last chance to make double the difference for our planet! Every dollar you give before midnight will be matched, helping Ceres champion data-driven, responsible climate solutions. Don’t wait! Act now while your gift is doubled and join the global movement for change. https://bit.ly/3V9LNmp

🌍 Time is Running Out: Double Your Impact for Climate Action! ⏰ Today is Giving Tuesday, and it’s your last chance to make double the difference for our planet! Every dollar you give before midnight will be matched, helping Ceres champion data-driven, responsible climate solutions. We’re facing critical times—devastating hurricanes, relentless wildfires, catastrophic floods, and shifting weather patterns are reshaping our world. Your support powers our mission to secure a sustainable, climate-resilient future. Don’t wait! Act now while your gift is doubled and join the global movement for change. https://bit.ly/3V9LNmp