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Google, McKinsey and Meta have agreed to purchase more than 130,000 tons of carbon removal credits generated by the reforestation of degraded Appalachian land. The volume of credits is relatively small by the standards of some large carbon market players, but the investment signals confidence in a scalable approach — especially in regions like Appalachia,…

Sustainable office design is a constantly evolving, complex, and, at times, contested subject. It has shifted from a narrow focus to a broader, holistic framework embracing environmental, social, and economic issues – and now further to include governance. Collaboration is critically important – combining knowledge can ensure that environmental goals align with social metrics leading…

The rigorous water conservation and management standard used by Nestlé, Apple, PepsiCo and others to certify production facilities has been streamlined and aligned more closely with European environmental rules required under the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive. The International Water Stewardship standard (also known as the AWS Standard) is managed by the Alliance for Water Stewardship,…

The opinions expressed here by Trellis expert contributors are their own, not those of Trellis. Food companies know that their success — and the country’s economic security — relies on making sure farmers and ranchers can be prosperous and productive. prosper now and for generations to come. That’s why many companies, including Danone, Keurig Dr….

As the spring flooding season returns, commercial, rental, and private property owners face more than visible water damage. Hidden contamination in air, building materials, and water systems can create health risks, regulatory issues, and tenant concerns if not properly addressed. Targeted environmental testing after a flood helps: Document damage for insurance and future transactions; Protect occupants, staff, and visitors; and Prove that remediation was…

Technology allows design teams to plan with clarity, design with confidence and build a future grounded in reality Historically, building management and design processes have been built on incomplete or unclear information: measurements scribbled in margins, rough sketches that aim to convey complex ideas and estimates filling in the blanks where information could not be…