Sustainability & ESG Resources
Simplifying complex sustainability standards and ESG practices through curated, practical resources.

Lessons from Hundreds of Corporate Carbon Footprints: 5 Patterns We Keep Seeing
Drawing on Good.Lab executive’s experience calculating hundreds of corporate carbon footprints, this article explores the recurring patterns companies encounter, from imperfect data and Scope 3 surprises to operational insights and continuous improvement.
July 27, 2026

ESG Reporting Requirements in Healthcare Supply Chain: Lessons From Working With AstraZeneca & Merck Suppliers
Healthcare organizations like AstraZeneca, Merck, and GSK are increasingly requiring suppliers to disclose sustainability information as they pursue net-zero goals, respond to regulations, and address Scope 3 emissions. We've helped hundreds of suppliers navigate this.
July 27, 2026

EPR Laws in the US: A Complete Guide for Businesses
The expanding landscape of US state-level Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws for packaging and paper products, and what businesses need to do to comply.
July 27, 2026
CDP Reporting for Manufacturers: What to Do When a Customer Asks
The CDP portal opened on April 27th. If you received a customer request to disclose and you're not sure what to do with it, here's what you need to know.
July 28, 2026

Customer Asked for Your EcoVadis Score? Here's What That Means for Your Manufacturing Business
An explainer for manufacturers receiving EcoVadis requests, covering what the sustainability rating means and how to respond to customer assessment demands.
July 29, 2026

How Brock Group Boosted Its EcoVadis Scorecard by +23 Points
Brock Group partnered with Good.Lab to exceed a critical customer EcoVadis requirement and build a sustainability program that will serve them for years to come.
July 27, 2026

CDP Reporting 2026: A Mid-Market Guide to Higher Scores
A mid-market guide to CDP reporting in 2026, covering the disclosure process, how to achieve higher scores, and why CDP disclosure matters to investors.
July 29, 2026

The 10 Best EcoVadis Consultants to Watch in 2026
A roundup of the 10 best EcoVadis consultants to help businesses improve sustainability ratings, navigate assessments, and meet growing buyer requests.
July 27, 2026

State Climate Reporting Laws: A Guide to US Climate Disclosure Laws
Federal climate disclosure rules may be stalled, but state climate reporting laws are not – and for large companies operating across the US, the compliance clock is already running..
July 27, 2026

California Climate Disclosure News: SB 253 & SB 261 TL;DR Webinar Recap
California's climate disclosure laws are moving fast. SB 253's August 10, 2026 deadline is set, and over 100 companies have already filed voluntarily to CARB's SB 261 public docket.
July 29, 2026
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Marten Transport Ltd. Completes Full GHG Emissions Inventory with Good.Lab
With support from Good.Lab, Marten completed a full Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions inventory, benchmarked its performance against industry peers, and established a consistent process for tracking and reporting emissions year over year.
July 27, 2026

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sustainable Compliance: How Protingent Met Microsoft’s GHG Emissions Reporting Requirements with Good.Lab
Protingent needed an experienced solution partner with climate expertise and the right tools to streamline their emissions management processes.
Jan 12th, 2024

Consumer Electronics Manufacturer, CTL, Enhances its Supplier Sustainability Program & Sets ESG Targets with Good.Lab
CTL used Good.Lab's sustainability management platform and expertise to set bold ESG targets and accelerate their supply chain sustainability program.
Dec 11th, 2023

Leading Energy Management Solutions Provider, Franklin Energy, Selects Good.Lab to Activate & Accelerate ESG Programming
Good.Lab partnered with Franklin Energy to formalize its sustainability strategy, establish ambitious ESG targets, and build a scalable framework for greenhouse gas reporting and product-level carbon accounting.
Nov 3rd, 2023
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Learn more about our approach to emerging regulations and including SB 261, SB 263 and complete mandatory reporting with ease.






