EDF + Business

A thriving economy depends on a thriving environment, and vice versa. Now, more than ever, successful business leaders are the ones who raise the bar on corporate sustainability. Environmental Defense Fund is working to create a more sustainable world where companies, communities and the environment thrive. For more than 30 years, we’ve brought cutting-edge science, policy and economic expertise to leading companies to transform business as usual in their products, operations and advocacy. We’ve collaborated with 1 in 3 Fortune 100 companies to find win-win solutions for business and planet. Our work with companies like Walmart, KKR, McDonald's and AT&T creates environmental and business best practices that have been successfully replicated across industries. Being at the forefront of EDF’s private-sector partnerships, we’re now launching our own LinkedIn page to be a resource for sustainable business decision makers. Our page will go more in-depth than other EDF channels and newsletters, while also having content tailored for sustainability, procurement, finance professionals and climate career champions. By following us, you’ll discover: ✅ Insights from EDF experts to drive sustainability business strategies. ✅ Spotlights on net zero news and company success stories. ✅ Access to the latest sustainability reports, trends and data from EDF. ✅ Leading resources to tackle climate risk. Join us to create a more sustainable world. More here ⤵ https://business.edf.org/ 

“A Farmer First approach, prioritizing income, cost, yield, and environmental benefits, is essential to empowering farmers. By fostering innovative solutions in feeding and health management adopted by farmers and industries, we can create a resilient and sustainable dairy ecosystem for the future."— Hisham Mundol, Chief Advisor-India speaks at the Environmental Defense Fund— CII Food and Agriculture Centre of Excellence National Consultation on Climate Resilient Dairy in India. The Environmental Defense Fund— CII Food and Agriculture Centre of Excellence report “India’s Dairy Future: Aligning Livelihoods, Growth, and Climate Solutions” released today, offers actionable insights for advancing sustainable dairying, including interventions in feed and fodder management, breeding advancements, and manure management practices. Confederation of Indian Industry Vrashabh Kapate Dr. Abhinav Gaurav #ClimateResilientDairy #SustainableFarming #DairyIndustry #ClimateAction

Solving #livestock #methane requires policy #innovation. Many have heard about the recent plan to use a taxation approach in Denmark. I learned a lot about this approach at #COP29 with the Danish Agriculture and Food Council and my recent letter to the editor in the The New York Times highlights how #farmers are really key to a successful methane policy. In it's new plans to lower methane emissions from livestock, the Danish government got some important points right: First, it recognized that food emissions require unique solutions. Then, it centered farmers in the policy development process, incentivized action and allowed farmers time to adjust. This inclusive approach to involving farmers in creating climate policies is something other countries should follow as they craft policies that make sense for their own ag sectors.  https://lnkd.in/eaYuByj5

How can "just transition" planning help to advance communities and your #netzero progress? 🤔 A new video from EDF’s Climate Justice Manager Lauren Johnson, MPH offers four key steps to align your strategy with community benefits. 👇📽️ Plus, read more in our Q&A blog where we chatted with Lauren further on the topic: https://lnkd.in/eDW5qgAq

The food & agriculture sector is on the frontlines of our climate crisis, with extreme weather driving $21 billion in U.S. crop losses in 2023 alone. 🌪️🌾 As public funding for climate-smart agriculture faces potential rollbacks, private sector leadership is more important than ever. Our new report, “Funding the Future: Evaluating public & private investments in climate-smart row crop agriculture,” uncovers key gaps—and opportunities—for the food and ag industry to scale meaningful climate action while building supply chain resilience. Read the report here: https://www.edf.org/Z6a9 What We Found:  💸 A massive funding gap in the global agriculture sector’s climate transition, with current investment levels far below the $200B-$1.2T needed annually.  🌾 In U.S. row crops, overinvestment in practices like cover cropping and no-till, which must complement—rather than replace—critical reductions in CO2 from on-farm fossil fuel use and nitrous oxide emissions from fertilizer.  ✅ Untapped opportunities for companies to partner with farmers, join the electrification future and build the business case for sustainable agriculture. The time to act is now. Scaling private sector investment in climate-smart solutions will not only address #GHG emissions but also mitigate supply chain risks and secure farmer livelihoods. #Sustainability #ClimateAction #ResilientFoodSystems 

The Environmental Defense Fund’s Climate Corps fellowship matches skilled graduate students with companies and public institutions to drive meaningful climate action. 🌎 We’re delighted to share an insider story on one of our outstanding fellows, Carter Purcell, who worked with Chubb on their just-launched Agriculture Resource Hub. The Hub will equip farmers and crop insurance agents with essential tools and insights to increase on-farm resilience. While all fellows make exciting impact at their host organizations, the Hub is set to drive engagement on climate risk with a portfolio encompassing 90+ million acres of farmland. Read Carter’s journey with Climate Corps, advancing climate-smart agriculture and developing the Hub here: https://www.edf.org/Z6ar Over the past 17 years, 650+ organizations – including 40% of the Fortune 100 – have hosted Climate Corps fellows, who deliver consultant-level results and advance sustainability goals. That’s what we call a win-win! 🙌 📅 Apply by Dec. 19th for your chance at hosting a fellow and advancing climate goals! Explore here: https://lnkd.in/gDusyUg9   #GreenJobs #ClimateAction

How can the insurance industry support climate-friendly rebuilding after natural disasters?  🏠 🌎 Our latest blog from Tallant Burley and Carolyn Kousky explores how the insurance industry can do more than replace what’s lost; with policies with climate endorsements, insurers can help homeowners rebuild greener and stronger after natural disasters — helping to protect the places you care about most. Insurance policies with climate endorsements can provide additional funding for energy-efficient and climate resilient upgrades during reconstruction. While climate endorsements come with many potential benefits, challenges remain — such as technical support — to make them more widely available to homeowners. The good news is solutions exist. 💡 Keep reading here: https://lnkd.in/ejJt7fAg  

🌍 Join Us for the National Consultation on Climate Resilient Dairy in India! 🐄🌱 We are excited to announce the National Consultation on Climate Resilient Dairy in India, a crucial event bringing together experts, policy makers, stakeholders, and industry leaders to discuss the future of sustainable dairy farming in the face of climate change. 📅 Date: 18th December 2024 ⏰ Time: 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM 📍 Location: New Delhi 🔗 Register now to secure your spot! https://lnkd.in/gFWh7Qzc #ClimateResilientDairy #SustainableFarming #DairyIndustry #ClimateAction #IndiaDairy #AgricultureInnovation #CII #Sustainability #FutureOfDairy #ClimateChange

For companies, achieving good climate isn’t always straightforward, especially when trade associations—key players in lobbying—hold positions that conflict with a company’s climate ambitions. 🤜 🤛 By proactively evaluating and engaging with trade associations, companies can uphold their climate commitments while influencing policy for the better. So how can businesses ensure alignment and accountability of their trade associations? Our new guide can help! We cover resources for companies to: ✅ Assess trade associations’ actions and lobbying to ensure alignment with climate policies.  ✅ Identify and address misalignments with trade associations that may advocate against climate interests.  ✅ Leverage tools, case studies and actionable strategies to foster constructive dialogue and drive change. Ready to begin or enhance your trade association assessment journey? Explore our guide today: https://lnkd.in/exVDKAAR  

Two things are happening this holiday shopping season: 1. Record levels of spending, often leading to a rise in holiday package deliveries. 🚚 📦 2. Growing interest from consumers in sustainability. 🌱 One transport company is winning over customers and proving that decoupling CO₂ emissions from financial growth is possible: Girteka Group. Our team sat down with Viktorija Terekė, Head of Sustainability, Girteka to discuss the sustainability advances they are making through fleet electrification, eco-driving courses for drivers and intermodal rail systems with electric propulsion. Our full conversation is now available in a new Q&A blog here: https://www.edf.org/Z6aA Girteka’s ambitious progress is part of a broader trend: the European Union’s economy is 66% larger than in 1990 📈, but emissions are down by almost 40% 📉. The EU’s journey towards #netzero is showing how companies can reduce their emissions while operating successful and profitable businesses.💸