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Our team covers the regulations, frameworks, and industry shifts that matter most to mid-market sustainability teams — so you stay informed without the noise.

CDP
Supply Chain
Sustainability Reporting

6 Reasons to Use a CDP Consultant for Your First Disclosure

Many teams reporting to CDP for the first time find that the challenge is not a lack of expertise or commitment. It is a lack of time, context, and clarity around expectations.

Jan 5th, 2026

Company News

A Year in Review at Good.Lab: Sustainability Progress

In 2025, we saw a lot of shifts in the sustainability landscape. The U.S. released its first mandatory climate reporting rule in California under SB 219 , and the business case for taking action on sustainability became clearer than ever.

Dec 19th, 2025

GHG Emissions
Sustainability Regulations
Sustainability Reporting
Sustainability Software

10 Best SB 253 Software & Consulting Firms for 2026 Compliance

The comprehensive list below outlines 10 of the best software and consulting companies to ensure you have an emissions report by 2026’s August deadline.

Dec 18th, 2025

california cliffs
Climate Risk
GHG Emissions
Sustainability Regulations

So You’re Thinking About Ignoring SB 253 and SB 261? Here’s What It Could Cost You

The real cost of non-compliance goes far beyond penalties: public disclosures will make compliance – or the lack of it – visible to customers, business partners, and investors alike.

Nov 6th, 2025

building with trees
GHG Emissions
Sustainability Regulations

Inside CARB’s New SB 253 Reporting Template: How to Report Scope 1 & 2 Emissions in 2026

A key component of the California Climate Laws signed into law in 2023 is the requirement for US businesses with more than $1 billion in revenue doing business in California to report their assured Scope 1 and 2 emissions beginning in 2026.

Oct 24th, 2025

california flag
Climate Risk
Sustainability Regulations

We Read 100 TCFD Reports. Here’s What You Need to Know for SB 261 Compliance

How companies can prepare for California’s SB 261 climate risk disclosure requirements by learning from best practices in existing TCFD-aligned reports.

Sep 19th, 2025

Climate Risk

California Climate Disclosure Laws Updates from CARB

Updated guidance on California's SB 253 and SB 261 climate disclosure laws following CARB's official approval and the most recent workshop announcements.

Aug 13th, 2025

EcoVadis
Supply Chain
Sustainability Regulations
Sustainability Reporting

Managing Sustainability Risk in the Supply Chain: The New Normal in 2025

If customers are pressuring you to step up on sustainability, you’re not alone. Every year, companies ask tens of thousands of suppliers to report their greenhouse emissions and other sustainability data.

Jun 18th, 2025

Climate Risk
Sustainability Reporting

TCFD Decoded: Why U.S. States Are Adopting It—and How Early Alignment Pays Off

California’s Climate Accountability Package (Senate Bills 253 & 261) gives companies a clear, shared playbook for climate reporting. Beginning with fiscal-year 2025 data, firms that do business in the state must report their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (SB 253) and provide a

May 13th, 2025

GHG Emissions
Sustainability Strategy

SBTi’s Net Zero Standard Gets a Mid-Market Makeover: What It Means for Your Business

In 2025, large customers are embedding emissions criteria into RFPs, onboarding, and renewal processes. Incorporating a net zero strategy, along with a credible GHG reduction plan, can now be the deciding factor in competitive bids and long-term supplier relationships.

Apr 8th, 2025

GHG Emissions
Supply Chain
Sustainability Strategy

A Step-by-Step Guide to Achieving SBTi-Aligned Climate Targets

As we move toward a low-carbon future, setting ambitious emissions reduction targets is more than a formality—it’s a commitment to leading the transition. The challenge is ensuring your targets are scientifically sound and effective.

Feb 25th, 2025

GHG Emissions
Sustainability Strategy

How to Set Science-Based Targets (and Meet Buyer Expectations)

When setting climate goals, the first GHG target you set should be your last target—meticulously planned from baseline to net zero.

Feb 13th, 2025

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