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The International Carbon Reduction and Offsetting Alliance (ICROA) has announced that it will wind down its operations by late 2026. Founded in 2008, ICROA was one of the earliest initiatives to define best practices in the voluntary carbon market.

When Austrian Post set out to strengthen the accuracy of its transport emissions data, the requirement was ambitious: an ISO 14083-compliant calculation for every parcel throughout Austria, delivered with full transparency across the entire logistics chain.Transforming this requirement into a system that works in daily operations meant bringing together methodology, data, and real logistics processes. The result is a calculation approach that translates a complex standard into clear, repeatable steps and one that now supports both reporting and emissions management.

COP30 took place in Belém (Brazil) from 10–22 November. In the lead-up, civil society groups raised concerns about limited accommodation raising hotel prices, which would favour lobbyists and other groups. US officials were notably absent, once again playing into concerns over whether international cooperation would stall.

Decarbonising supply chain emissions is critical to reaching net zero and securing a liveable future. Yet for many companies reporting scope 3 emissions, the pace of reduction is slowing as early measures have already been achieved. As a result, market leaders are either reworking their scope 3 strategies or reframing their approach from broad advocacy to practical execution.

Black Friday and end-of-year sales present a massive opportunity for brands to boost visibility and drive revenue. On Black Friday alone, online spend reached over $10.8 billion. During such a competitive period, it’s hard to get your products in front of shoppers.

In June 2025, the EU appeared close to finalising the Green Claims Directive, a binding framework for voluntary environmental claims. However, just before negotiations were due to conclude, the European Commission paused the process.

Today’s shoppers are informed, intentional, and increasingly unwilling to accept vague sustainability claims. A recent survey found that 77% of Millennial and Gen Z consumers prefer sustainable brands, and 65% are willing to pay more for eco-conscious products.

Biodiversity loss has become a reality across Europe. Climate change, land use, and pollution are accelerating species extinction and the collapse of ecosystems. Native forests are dying due to droughts and pest infestations, and agricultural yields are declining.

A major new survey of over 1,300 German business leaders reveals broad support for the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD).

Oceans remain among the most popular travel destinations in Europe and North America. But while we cool off in the salty water, one thing often goes unnoticed: plastic has long become part of this ecosystem.

The fashion industry is one of the world’s most polluting sectors. Clothing production alone accounts for 10% of global greenhouse gas emissions, a figure that could more than double by 2050 as fast fashion accelerates manufacturing and consumption.

With over 90% of travelers actively seeking sustainable accommodations, hotels must evolve to meet this growing demand by investing in low-emission practices that protect natural attractions, reduce resource consumption, and lower operating costs.