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OUT NOW: The Business Associations Climate Action Guide As more companies commit to achieving #netzero they are increasingly asking more from the membership associations that they are a part of. The Business Associations Climate Action Guide has been developed to empower companies to take concrete actions to assess and align their business association memberships. Although, the guide is for businesses, it is a *MUST READ* for #membership #associations as it offers the insight and recommendations into what membership organisations need to consider and what actions are expected of them to support their members transition. Embracing a robust internal and member facing climate and sustainability strategy goes way beyond standard governance and compliance for your membership organisation — it's about ensuring relevance and demonstrating leadership and integrity. So your membership organisations business strategy needs to be sustainable, climate positive one. Climate Action for Associations (CAFA) calls on all membership organisations, regardless of size, industry or profession, to lead by example, advocate on behalf of and put positive climate activities, policies, guidance and support in place to help the transition of the industry, sector, profession and/or community that your members represent. Climate Action for Associations (CAFA) contributed to the Business Associations Climate Action Guide alongside the Exponential Roadmap Initiative, United Nations High-Level Climate Champions #RaceToZero team, UN Global Compact Network UK, We Mean Business Coalition, InfluenceMap and the WBCSD – World Business Council for Sustainable Development Read the Business Associations Climate Action Guide in full here 👇 - https://lnkd.in/ewCvf8e2 Learn more about Climate Action for Associations (CAFA), including the net zero and sustainability support we provide the membership sector and how your #membership organisation can lead positive change here - https://lnkd.in/ezws_iX #RacetoZero #ClimateAction #NetZero #Sustainability #Associations #MembershipOrganisations #ClimateLeadership #ClimatePolicy Nigar Arpadarai, Paul Polman, Jennie Dodson, Johan Falk, Dominic Gogol Steve Kenzie, Tessa Vincent Tessa F. Nigel Topping, CMG María Mendiluce Emily Faint Shana Gallagher Kari Allen Emma Adams David Carlin

🌍 Join us on 3rd September 2024 for the launch of the Business Associations Climate Action Guide, tailored to business leaders, sustainability professionals, board members, and employees. It offers a systematic approach to aligning associations with climate ambition. Many businesses are actively pursuing ambitious climate goals to transition towards a net-zero, resilient, and nature-positive future. They engage in direct climate policy advocacy and also wield influence through memberships in influential business associations. These associations play a pivotal role in shaping climate and environmental agendas, making it imperative for companies to ensure their memberships support policies aligned with their climate transition plans. The Business Associations Climate Action Guide empowers organisations to align with their members' climate aspirations, thereby attracting and retaining sustainability-focused companies. 🧠 Learn more at this event and gain insights that will help your association anticipate and address the questions your members may have about climate action. 👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/gTizHVJD Exponential Roadmap Initiative, United Nations High-Level Climate Champions #RacetoZero team, UN Global Compact Network UK, We Mean Business Coalition, InfluenceMap, WBCSD – World Business Council for Sustainable Development #ClimateAction #Sustainability #BusinessAssociations #RacetoZero #UNClimateChampions

With corporate net zero commitments on the rise, more and more companies are scrutinizing the business associations they are part of to make sure that they are advocating for an enabling policy environment for net zero and not undertaking lobbying activities that could undermine the delivery of the company’s climate strategy. ➡ To remain competitive and continue growing their membership base, business associations must respond to these demands. 💥 Developed by Exponential Roadmap Initiative, #RaceToZero of High-Level Climate Champions, We Mean Business Coalition, WBCSD – World Business Council for Sustainable Development, UN Global Compact Network UK and Climate Action for Associations with technical expertise from Volans and InfluenceMap. Read more ⤵

🎺Calling all companies and their business associations. Don't forget to register to attend the Online Launch of the **Business Associations Climate Action Guide** Tomorrow Tuesday 3 September, 4pm BST Why? - Many businesses have made ambitious climate commitments to transition to a net zero, resilient and nature-positive future. But while many businesses undertake direct climate policy engagement/advocacy, companies also indirectly support policy positions and activities by being members of business associations. Business associations are highly influential actors in the policymaking landscape, and can play a key role in helping to drive an agenda that protects climate and nature. It's essential that both companies and the business associations they are members of do their best to ensure that policy agendas help to deliver on their climate transition plans. The guide offers business leaders, sustainability professionals, board members and employees a simple, step-wise approach to aligning their associations with climate ambition. 🌍I'll be on the panel representing Climate Action for Associations (CAFA) alongside leading thinkers from .... * High-Level Climate Champions, Tessa Vincent * We Mean Business Coalition, Dominic Gogol * Exponential Roadmap Initiative, Johan Falk * WBCSD – World Business Council for Sustainable Development, Elisa Leimer * Trane Technologies, Helen Walter-Terrinoni * Unilever, Fiona Duggan * Boston Trust Walden Company, Laura Devenney * BEAMA, Amy Collins Register Here https://lnkd.in/gYZthVZz #RaceToZero #Associations #ClimatePolicy #Advocacy #RPE #Membership #CAFA #ClimateAction #Sustainability

🌍 It's Time to Raise Our Voices for Climate Policy 🌍 As global emissions rise, the need for decisive action has never been clearer. While companies make strides through operational changes and innovative products, these efforts alone aren't enough. The real game-changer? Robust public policy. We urge every company to champion strong climate policies that level the playing field and facilitate a just transition away from fossil fuels. Over 750 sustainability experts have joined the LEAD on Climate Policy initiative, advocating for change. Join us. Sign the LEAD statement and be part of the movement demanding action. Your voice matters. 👉 Sign here: https://loom.ly/h1s9pTs #LeadOnClimate #ClimateAction #SustainableFuture

🚀 OUT NOW: The Business Associations Climate Action Guide for companies! Business associations have a lot of influence on policymakers. They can play a key role in helping to drive an agenda that protects climate and nature. ⚠ But they don’t always play that role. That’s why companies have to do their best to ensure that the business associations they are members of work in alignment with science-aligned climate policy. This guide helps companies do that and assess, align and accelerate business association memberships with positive climate policy engagement. 🎉 Developed by Exponential Roadmap Initiative #RaceToZero of High-Level Climate Champions, We Mean Business Coalition, WBCSD – World Business Council for Sustainable Development, UN Global Compact Network UK and Climate Action for Associations with technical expertise from Volans and InfluenceMap 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/eBTWAidN �Business Associations Climate Action https://lnkd.in/eVe7EXKD

In the world of sustainable finance, we've learned that no one can do it alone. Our recently released climate disclosure report showcases how collective action is shaping the future of our industry: ➡️ Encouraging climate commitments across our value chain ➡️ How collaboration is leading to breakthrough solutions ➡️ Insights that could benefit your sustainability journey With New York Climate Week behind us, we're excited to share our findings and continue contributing to the global conversation. Special thanks to Gisela Norman, Impact Manager at Doconomy, for her invaluable efforts in putting together this report ✨ By sharing our experiences—both successes and challenges—we believe we can accelerate progress across the sector. What challenges have you faced in your sustainability efforts? How can we, as an industry, overcome these obstacles? Read our FY23 climate disclosure report: https://lnkd.in/dGkRhUMD

🌍 Climate Action in Business: Where Does Your Organisation Stand? 🌱 Our recent research in partnership with Oxford Brookes Business School reveals the status of climate target setting among organisations: 🌱 29% have committed to achieving targets by 2030 🌱 10% aim for 2050 🌱 7% target 2040 🌱 20% have made commitments but haven’t set a date 🌱 Unfortunately, 33% have not set any climate targets yet. Is your organisation prioritising climate goals? Setting clear deadlines is crucial for making a tangible impact. Let’s drive change! 🚀 🔗 You can download the report here - https://lnkd.in/gP7k3jVp If you're struggling to kickstart your sustainability projects, join Charly on Wednesday, 2nd October from 12:00 to 12:45 PM BST for an insightful webinar where we’ll explore the 5 most common psychological roadblocks holding back the green transition. Get your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/gDWcnnU7 #ClimateAction #Sustainability #BusinessLeadership #NetZero #NYCclimateweek #climateweekNYC

Did you know? The greatest opportunities to quickly and inexpensively address “low hanging fruit” exist in the water and waste sectors. In our second annual Triple Net Zero Industry Progress Report, we learned that companies have made more progress on decarbonization strategies than their waste and water management initiatives. The study found that fewer than 20% of companies had an “excellent understanding” of the pathway to reach their water and waste reduction goals.  You can learn more about this and our other findings by downloading the full report at this link. https://lnkd.in/g3ddrXsm

Did you know? The greatest opportunities to quickly and inexpensively address “low hanging fruit” exist in the water and waste sectors. In our second annual Triple Net Zero Industry Progress Report, we learned that companies have made more progress on decarbonization strategies than their waste and water management initiatives. The study found that fewer than 20% of companies had an “excellent understanding” of the pathway to reach their water and waste reduction goals.  You can learn more about this and our other findings by downloading the full report at this link. https://lnkd.in/gnY6eC5x