South Pole Group
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Leading provider of sustainability solution, award-winning Project Developer. Helping public & private actors develop strategies to get #readyfor2020! We began as a project-driven company focused on developing and selling high-quality carbon credits. Today, we are the world's leading provider of climate solutions. No other firm in the world has developed as many successful emission reduction projects. No other company offers as rich a suite of services and solutions. We help public and private sector organisations develop climate proven policies and strategies. Our areas of expertise cover every key sustainability-related area of climate change, including but not limited to: forests & land use, water, sustainable cities & buildings, as well as renewable energy and energy efficiency.
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facebook.comThe Link Between Wildlife Conservation and Carbon Emissions Reduction projects
#WorldWildlifeDay17: We need to assign more financial value to forests and wildlife when healthy and thriving, rather than felled or hunted. How can we ensure smart, sustainable #WildlifeConservation? Carbon Green Africa #readyfor2020
WWF
Happy #WorldWildlifeDay ! Today is an opportunity to celebrate the many beautiful forms of wild fauna and raise awareness of the benefits that #conservation provides to people. #WWD2017 #readyfor2020
Can Mobile Data Help Combat Climate Change in Germany?
The war against #airpollution has begun – and it will be fought in #cities. Some pioneers are already taking action: Have a look at an exciting story from Germany, where a smart data solution is being put to use in the city of Nuremberg. #readyfor2020
Chlorine Dispensers for Safe Water in Uganda
Hi from the penguin waddle! We've had some busy weeks here at South Pole Group but are back to revive the stories from both our own experts and the other great movers & shakers out there! One of these stories takes us to Uganda, where chlorine dispensers are helping local communities adapt to #climatechange - while simultaneously reducing CO2 emissions. Have a look! #readyfor2020 Evidence Action
Navigating the Twists and Turns Towards a Low-Carbon Economy
#TuesdayThoughtStarter: How to navigate the twists & turns towards a low-carbon economy in the U.S? Lucy Di Rosa from Fossil Free Indexes tackles this question in our latest blog post - have a look! #readyfor2020
Achieving SDG13 - Climate Action. Ingo Puhl from South Pole Group
“Companies, governments, and consumers need to understand that there is no future in the status quo. What we are seeing is disruptive, and it requires public and private actors alike to take a fresh look at how they do things - and to innovate.” Our co-founder, Ingo Puhl, discusses the most urgent actions needed to achieve #SDG13: Climate Action. #readyfor2020
yourSRI Topic of the month February 2017: Climate Change Risk in Sovereign Bond Investments
The #sovereignbond market is one of the largest asset classes, representing a remarkable $21 trillion in outstanding debt by national governments. The lack of clarity on methodological approaches has, however, been a major obstacle for assessing #climaterisk in sovereign bonds. We dig into some of these challenges with our friends from Global Footprint Network in yourSRI.com's 'Topic of the month' feature, have a look! #readyfor2020
Understanding Green Bond Data to Help Cities in Developing Countries Tap the Market
#TuesdayThoughtStarter: Governments spending to avert climate change has stirred a green bond giant inside the global sovereign debt pool worth trillions of dollars. The big story of the past month was France's mammoth green bond, weighing in at €7 billion - by far the biggest ever issue. Green bonds are also gaining favor among city leaders as a way to finance environmentally conscious projects. But how can cities across the Global South tap the green bond market?
Asset Owners With £2 Trillion Launch Climate Investment Tracker Transition Pathway Initiative
2017 is in full swing! Our main takeaway for the month of January: Companies and investors are taking significant steps to align their businesses with #climatechange, either through #carbonpricing, #carbondisclosure or asset #decarbonization. One prominent example in this space is the launch of the Transition Pathway Initiative (TPI). Great news! #readyfor2020
The Next Frontier: Engaging Suppliers Along the Three Pillars of Supply Chain Sustainability
#TuesdayThoughtStarter: Carbon emissions, water, deforestation. Understanding and quantifying climate impacts, risks, and opportunities are fundamental to developing a #sustainable #supplychain program. Our sustainable supply chain expert Melanie shares thoughts on how organizations can prioritize, plan and lead on engaging with suppliers - a great 4minute to read to start your day with:
Current vacancies at South Pole Group
New year, new challenges! Our team is looking for, among others, an Expert on Corporate #ClimateAction. Could this be you? Have a look at our latest vacancies and apply directly via our website's 'Careers' section. #readyfor2020
Global Supply Chain Report 2017 - CDP
$12.4 BILLION. This is how much suppliers saved through reducing their emissions, according to Carbon Disclosure Project. A gripping read on how to harness the power of purchasing for a more sustainable future! #sustainablesupplychains #readyfor2020
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