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This blog provides insights into the process of carbon accounting and management, explaining how companies can measure, report and reduce their carbon emissions to minimize their impact on the environment and meet their sustainability goals.

9 Key Takeaways from the SEC’s New Climate Disclosure Rules

08/09/2024

The verdict is out! In a historic decision, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced its final regulations on March 6th, 2024. These climate disclosure rules will revolutionize corporate transparency like never before! The SEC’s approach carefully balances the need for comprehensive environmental data with considerations of the cost and complexity of reporting. ContentsKey Takeaways […]

Regulations and Compliance in Corporate GHG Accounting

07/28/2024

Transparency is the new norm in the corporate sustainability and ESG world, with GHG accounting and reporting at the heart of it. Regulations and compliance in corporate GHG management and reporting are essential in the global effort to mitigate climate change. They are vital in promoting transparency, accountability, and advancing sustainability in the corporate sector. […]

GHG Protocol: A Deep Dive

07/08/2024

With over ten years of experience assisting organizations in their sustainability journey, I’ve witnessed firsthand the ascent of the Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHGP) as the benchmark for emissions accounting. The GHG Protocol establishes thorough, globally defined frameworks for measuring and evaluating greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from value chains, activities in the public and commercial sectors, […]

thinkPARALLAX Partners with North Star Carbon Management

06/03/2024

 In a powerful alignment of shared values and sustainability goals, North Star Carbon Management and thinkPARALLAX are proud to announce a strategic partnership that will empower thinkPARALLAX to use the North Star Carbon Management platform to enhance sustainability and climate-related consulting services.  This collaboration brings together two Certified B Corporations, exemplifying how mission-driven organizations can […]

North Star Carbon Management Achieves B Corp Certification

05/23/2024

North Star Carbon Management (NSCM) is proud to announce its B Corp certification. We are a Software as a Service (SaaS) company primarily focused on carbon accounting and management. Our B Corp certification solidifies our position as leaders in sustainable business practices. We are delighted to be a part of the B Corp movement, committing […]

16 Tactics Net-zero Companies Use To Slash Corporate Carbon Footprint

05/14/2024

Companies across the world are increasingly being called to action to address their environmental impacts- be it by regulation, their customers, or the growing risk presented by climate change to their operations. A 1.9°F increase in global temperatures since 1880 has been documented by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The corporate world faces […]

Aligning with the SBTi for Net Zero Ambitions

11/27/2023

In the face of catastrophic impacts of climate change, the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) stands as a testament to the power of collective action. With SBTi’s scientifically grounded framework, organizations are empowered to set ambitious emissions reductions targets, carving paths toward environmental stewardship that resonate with the urgency of our times. This article dives […]

Complete Guide to Achieving Net-Zero Targets

11/14/2023

In the face of mounting concerns over global warming and climate change, many organizations are recognizing the urgent need to take action. One approach gaining traction is the adoption of net-zero targets. But what exactly are net-zero targets and why are they so important? In this article, we will delve into the science and practicality […]

GHG Emission Factors: Pioneering Better Carbon Accounting Practices

11/03/2023

ContentsGHG Emission Factors: Pioneering Better Carbon Accounting PracticesWhat are GHG Emission Factors?How to Use GHG Emission Factors in GHG InventoriesCalculating Source Data and Emission Factors to Get Total CO2eWhy Emission Factors Matter in Carbon AccountingTypes of Emission FactorsTrusted SourcesGeographical Specificity and How the Software Accounts for ItCommon Challenges in Using Emission Factors for Carbon AccountingThe […]