DeSmogBlog

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

states have passed laws designed to prevent towns, cities, and other local governments from crafting new natural gas bans or enforcing those laws, according to the report. states with new laws preventing natural gas bans, many didnt have any local natural gas restrictions to begin with, InfluenceMap notes. So far, 26 U.S.

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DeSmogBlog

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Vague ethics laws, lack of enforcement, and a campaign finance system soaked in fossil fuel cash all combine to make the Texas Railroad Commission a “captive agency,” argue Commission Shift and Texans for Public Justice, two watchdog groups, in their new report. The laws are vaguely defined and that is being exploited.”.

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DeSmogBlog

MAY 8, 2024

“We recognize it is not uncommon for these large firms to have diverse client bases, but do expect them to maintain their ethical obligation to avoid any conflicts of interest,” she wrote in an email. PoliticalWorks and Onward Energy did not respond to requests for comment from DeSmog.

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Terra Infirma

MAY 22, 2024

Leaving the theatre the three of us, two engineers and a scientist, had a massive debate about professional ethics and confirmation bias – so passionate, a fellow audience stopped us and asked us a few questions about our views on it. More laws to make Directors more accountable for the organisations they run would also help.

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Grist

MARCH 26, 2021

But for the past two years, a committee of 16 people with various expertise in the physical sciences, economics, policy, law, and ethics have been sitting with that discomfort as they met regularly to develop an American research agenda for this nascent and highly controversial field of science.

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DeSmogBlog

JANUARY 26, 2024

In a letter addressed to ING CEO Steven van Rijswijk and the first step in litigation, Milieudefensie says it believes the bank is in breach of its “duty of care” obligation under Dutch law. ING’s climate policy is miles away from what is necessary to achieve the 1.5°C Credit: Sabrina Bedford. Credit: Ceescamel , CC BY-SA 4.0

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Grist

MARCH 2, 2021

The report lays the blame on a number of the state’s regulatory policies, including waiving plugging requirements during the pandemic, infrequent and small-dollar penalties, and low financial assurance requirements from companies. Her organization hopes to push the RRC toward policies that better protect taxpayers and the environment.

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Green Business Bureau

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Both corporate sustainability and CSR help companies run in a way that allows them to be ethically profitable, but never at the expense of others. His book Social Responsibilities of the Businessman advocates the ethics and responsiveness of business to societal stakeholders. CSR policy and standards. The benefits of CSR.

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Green Business Bureau

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

This article discusses the policies, processes and programs companies need to incorporate in order to become more sustainable. This is especially true with the growing number of young consumers, most of whom prefer doing business with ethical, green companies. So what is a sustainable business? Process-Based Sustainability Assessment.

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DeSmogBlog

APRIL 20, 2021

The Oxford Institute for Energy Studies, an independent research centre within the university with by far the most financial and staff connections to fossil fuel companies, refused to respond, arguing they are “not a public authority but a registered charity and company limited by guarantee” and therefore not subject to FOI laws.

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Energy and Cleantech Council

MAY 14, 2021

In short, an astute and up-to-date environmental plan that takes into account state renewal energy policies is not only a good business practice, but more so, often the difference between a winning and losing competitive cannabis licensing application. Outdoor cultivation—which has sufficed for millennia and could meet all U.S.

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DeSmogBlog

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

To protect people around the world so no one is exploited in supply chains, we need strong laws that compel companies to take action to mitigate the risk of forced labour,” Lea said. and the West, who attempt to use Xinjiang to contain China.”

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DeSmogBlog

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Several of the Park Strategies’ individual lobbyists specifically worked on behalf of both clients, according to state ethics data. But those lobbyists are promoting fossil fuel policies that undercut the climate commitments of many of its other clients.

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DeSmogBlog

JULY 20, 2023

Consumer Choice Center – a US-based group which has links to the Koch fossil fuel network – has lobbied against green policies in the EU through social media adverts and articles in influential publications without being registered as a lobby group. But the plans have been accused of being “unsatisfactory and not ambitious enough” by MEPs.

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Business Green

APRIL 1, 2020

But from anti-corruption measures and sustainable supply chain management to progressive lobbying efforts and labour policies, green and responsible businesses can play a key role in maximising the chances of this vital global goal being met. However, this is a more sensitive topic, says Smith. Think global.

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DeSmogBlog

DECEMBER 16, 2022

A recently published chapter of the Harvard Law Review argues that “While utility companies have been building and profiting off fossil fuels without internalizing the down-stream consequences and costs for decades, their regulators—state agency leaders—have approved their actions at every step of the way.”.

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Green Business Bureau

OCTOBER 19, 2022

It also puts pressure on developers and builders to stay on top of the continually evolving laws, regulations and certification requirements surrounding green building. Another major trend is the use of ethically-sourced, green building materials. Luckily, there are several state and municipal incentive programs bridging the gap.

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Business Green

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Company announces raft of new targets and policies designed to reduce the impact of John Lewis and Waitrose on nature. Marija Rompani, director of ethics and sustainability at John Lewis Partnership, said it was critical to take immediate action to heal the UK's depleted nature reserves.

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Business Green

FEBRUARY 12, 2020

Online retail giant Amazon said it was "strongly committed to conducting our business in a lawful and ethical manner", including though its supply chain, adding that it was investing $100m to restore and protect forests, grasslands, wetlands, and peatlands around the world.

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DeSmogBlog

DECEMBER 9, 2021

In February 2021, German agribusiness giant BASF hosted a virtual wine tasting, a seemingly cozy affair swirling glasses of Portugal’s finest in front of a webcam debating the future of EU agricultural policies. Invited to the event was a small group of Members of the European Parliament (MEPs).

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Women in Cleantech and Sustainability

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Desired Qualifications: Ability to learn and apply new skills across interdisciplinary fields, including technology assessments, engineering, economics, statistics, and policy. Experience or exposure to energy policy/law, including appliance standards and/or building energy codes. Highest ethical standards. development.

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Business Green

AUGUST 16, 2021

This is turn can invoke the idea that scientific progress interferes with nature, producing results which are unpredictable and ethically wrong. That's why European law in this area is controversial. There's also the question of whether it is ethically correct for companies to own life. And that's a problem.

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Energy and Cleantech Council

MAY 14, 2021

In short, an astute and up-to-date environmental plan that takes into account state renewal energy policies is not only a good business practice, but more so, often the difference between a winning and losing competitive cannabis licensing application. Outdoor cultivation—which has sufficed for millennia and could meet all U.S.

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Business Green

MARCH 8, 2021

In 1970, Milton Friedman would notoriously argue that the most important responsibility of a corporate executive is "to make as much money as possible while conforming to the basic rules of society, both those embodied in law and those embodied in ethical custom".

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DeSmogBlog

OCTOBER 29, 2021

And on October 28, Congress questioned the CEOs of ExxonMobil, Chevron, BP America, Shell, and the American Petroleum Institute on their history of blocking climate policy. Available at the Center for International Environmental Law (CIEL). Provenance: University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan. View on DocumentCloud.

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Women in Cleantech and Sustainability

JANUARY 6, 2021

Prior HUD experience is preferred, but not required -if you’re a quick learner with strong communication skills, exceptional customer service, and a strong work ethic, we want to invest in helping you build a new career! Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiencies.

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Women in Cleantech and Sustainability

JANUARY 28, 2020

Her work has been featured by NACD, Ethical Boardroom, GreenBiz, Huffington Post, Environmental Leader and Responsible Investor. Before that, Veena practiced law in India. Veena received a Masters in Law degree from Washington University in St. Honors) degree from National Law School from India University, Bangalore.

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DeSmogBlog

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

Dr Lucy Gilliam, a shipping policy expert with marine NGO, Seas At Risk , said Finley’s positions at the IMO often “run counter” to proposals from other Pacific island states that argue for stronger climate action because of the threats they face from “aggressive flooding, storms and rising sea levels”.

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Grist

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

For years, controversy has swirled around the ethics of using novel biotechnology for species conservation. In the majority opinion, Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg wrote that both Indian law and the need to treat people equally “preclude the Tribe from rekindling embers of sovereignty that long ago grew cold.”

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Women in Cleantech and Sustainability

AUGUST 4, 2021

Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, health, life, and disability insurance; a comprehensive wellness program; 401(k) plan with company match and immediate vesting; continuing education and professional development assistance; and self-managed flexible work schedules and time-off policies. EEO M/F/D/V.

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Women in Cleantech and Sustainability

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

Her work has been featured by NACD, Corporate Secretary, Pensions and Investment, CQ Roll Call, Marketwatch, Ethical Boardroom, GreenBiz, Huffington Post, Environmental Leader and Responsible Investor. Before that, Veena practiced law in India. Veena received a Masters in Law degree from Washington University in St.

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Business Green

JUNE 16, 2022

There's also a raft of guidance available from the likes of the Institute of Human Rights and Business, the Business and Human Rights Resource Centre, the Ethical Trading Initiative, Unseen UK and even sector specific guidance from bodies like techUK. What is this due diligence of which you speak? However, this is no longer enough.

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Women in Cleantech and Sustainability

MAY 30, 2019

be familiar with California public meeting laws, such as the Brown Act. have a strong work ethic befitting a start-up environment. . • effectively communicate with elected officials and representatives from cities and counties. have exceptional attention to detail and diligent organizational skills. •

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Women in Cleantech and Sustainability

MAY 30, 2019

be familiar with California public meeting laws, such as the Brown Act. have a strong work ethic befitting a start-up environment. . • effectively communicate with elected officials and representatives from cities and counties. have exceptional attention to detail and diligent organizational skills. •

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Business Green

MARCH 12, 2020

If you have an environmentally-minded investor or pension holder you are likely already aware that it stands for 'Environmental, Social and Governance', and that it is supposed to signal that your money is being put towards assets that are environmentally and ethically sound.

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Business Green

JULY 5, 2021

European supermarkets have recently threatened to boycott Brazilian products in response to a proposed law which many experts fear will accelerate deforestation by legalising the private occupation of public land.

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Women in Cleantech and Sustainability

OCTOBER 7, 2021

The Sustainability and Compliance Division is involved with establishing environmental policies and programs; implementing health, safety and compliance activities; advancing clean energy technology; and integrating green practices into City and community activities. What is it like to be an ESDer? Watch this video: Day in the Life.

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