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Writer's pictureMarshall Kirkpatrick
Oct 79 min read

10/7/24 - Short Video Special

What’s “Just Sanitation”? According to Shannon Yee, Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology, it’s a very real, but seldom discussed issue.


Throughout time, in many places, wealthy people live where water comes into a city, and poor people live where the water goes out of the city.


Yee discusses this and his work to solve the massive sanitation problems that will arise in a warmer world in this 3 minute interview from Climate Week NYC, one of 46 short video clips from people working in climate related fields, uploaded last night by the host organization Climate Group.


I grabbed the transcripts of all of them, summarized them with AI, and they make up the bulk of this morning’s 65 selected updates and recommendations. Email subscribers will get 3 picked out just for you!


I trust you’ll find some useful details in the summaries and the videos.


Marshall Kirkpatrick

Consultant to green tech & environmental organizations

Sharing lessons learned to accelerate our collective impact.


Visual of the day: Investor Andy Lubershane shares this image in his 3 part series arguing that “climate tech” is a framing that it’s time to transcend. (Found via Keep Cool.) This isn’t the beginning of the end, he argues, but the end of the beginning. It’s time for climate tech to stop relying on zero interest rate policy and start digging in to more specific fields. I plan on digging into the series today but thought I’d share that image for your general consideration


Today's Updates

Table of Contents


Agriculture



  • Climate Week NYC 2024 (Climate Group) - New York City launches plant-focused food procurement policies in public institutions, aiming to cut carbon emissions associated with food production and transport.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 (Climate Group) - Climate Week NYC 2024 panel explores Wales' food procurement strategies, aiming to reduce carbon emissions and boost local economies, drawing lessons from worldwide initiatives.


Carbon



  • ADM's CCS project can't seal the deal (CTVC) - ADM halts CO2 injections at Illinois carbon capture site after detecting a second potential well leak, casting doubt on oversight and implications for US CCS projects, while Colombia announces $40bn climate transition plan.

  • Making Progress on Impact-driven GHG Accounting Standards (WattTime) - WattTime's Henry Richardson joins a key working group to propose improved standards for measuring electricity emissions and renewable energy procurement.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 (Climate Group) - PWC executive Will Jackson Moore outlines the company's strategies to achieve 2030 climate goals, focusing on renewable energy implementation and emissions reduction across its operations and supply chain.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 - Nancy Mahon (Climate Group) - Nancy Mahon outlines ELC's climate strategy at Climate Week NYC 2024, emphasizing scope 3 emissions reduction, supplier data gathering, and green energy partnerships.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 (Climate Group) - Mike Hayes highlights both hurdles and prospects for companies aiming to achieve net zero targets at Climate Week NYC 2024, stressing the potential for value creation amid challenges.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 (Climate Group) - Accenture's Miguel Sossa details the firm's efforts to cut emissions, train staff in sustainability, and assist clients in overcoming tech hurdles to reach Net Zero targets.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 - Liz Chatwin (Climate Group) - AstraZeneca aims to slash 98% of its direct emissions by 2026 and reach net zero by 2045, highlighting the healthcare industry's crucial role in tackling climate change.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 (Climate Group) - Jason Bell outlines NG Impact's comprehensive decarbonization approach, merging strategic advice with practical implementation to assist clients in overcoming climate action obstacles.

  • UK's £22 Billion Carbon Capture Pledge Follows Surge in Lobbying by Fossil Fuel Industry, Records Show (DeSmog) - Records reveal oil and gas firms dominated ministerial meetings on carbon capture in 2023, preceding the UK's £22 billion subsidy pledge for the technology.

  • Mastering Scope 3 Targets (ClimateChoice) - Upcoming webinar delves into Scope 3 emission reduction targets, Science-based Targets, and supply chain collaboration strategies, featuring expert insights from Dr. Susanne Köhler of myclimate.


Circular




Ecosystems



  • Climate Week NYC 2024 - Dr Elizabeth Gray (Climate Group) - Dr Elizabeth Gray unveils Audubon's "Flight Plan", a comprehensive strategy to safeguard birds and tackle climate change through habitat preservation, carbon capture, and clean energy growth.

  • State of Global Water Resources report 2023 (WMO) - Global rivers experienced their driest year in over three decades in 2023, highlighting critical shifts in water availability as demand continues to rise, reports the World Meteorological Organization.

  • Wildfire Data Is Flawed — Here's How to Fix It (The Revelator) - Experts warn that the U.S. Forest Service's inclusion of prescribed burns in wildfire data distorts public understanding of fire trends and hinders effective forest management policies.

  • Scientists collectively agree animals experience consciousness (Schwartzreport) - Thirty-nine leading scientists have issued a declaration asserting that mammals, birds, and potentially all vertebrates and numerous invertebrates possess conscious awareness.


Efficiency



  • 5 Things To Know For VERGE 24 (CEBA) - VERGE 24 energy conference in San Jose features CEBA-led sessions, member events, and practical advice for attendees on weather readiness and app utilization.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 (Climate Group) - Georgia Tech researcher Shannon Yee outlines a Gates Foundation initiative to develop water-saving toilets with on-site waste processing, addressing climate resilience challenges.


Finance



  • ASDA puts incentives to suppliers for ESG performance (Future Planet) - UK supermarket giant ASDA introduces a sustainable supply chain finance scheme, offering suppliers better financing rates for improved ESG performance and emissions reduction efforts.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 - Suzanne DiBianca (Climate Group) - Salesforce's Suzanne DiBianca unveils the company's three-pronged climate strategy, emphasizing operational excellence, customer software tools, and AI initiatives at Climate Week NYC 2024.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 - Steven Goldbach (Climate Group) - Steven Goldbach challenges conventional thinking on sustainability costs, urging corporate climate action at Climate Week NYC 2024.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 - Priscilla Sims Brown (Climate Group) - Amalgamated Bank CEO Priscilla Sims Brown outlines the institution's commitment to climate-focused lending and investments benefiting underserved communities at Climate Week NYC 2024.

  • The One Thing Climate Tech Founders Get Wrong: It's Not the Product! (Medium) - Climate tech entrepreneurs frequently overlook market dynamics, pricing, and distribution, focusing instead on product innovation and sustainability, potentially jeopardizing their success in unpredictable commodity markets.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 (Climate Group) - John Colas explores how businesses can incorporate climate and sustainability into their commercial strategies at Climate Week NYC 2024.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 - Christopher Wellise (Climate Group) - Equinix executive Christopher Wellise outlines the company's $750 million green bond issuance and efforts to push suppliers towards low-carbon components as part of their climate action strategy.

  • The Perils of Overspecialization in Climate Tech Marketing (Alder & Co.) - Climate tech marketers advised to diversify expertise and skills, as sector growth demands versatile professionals capable of adapting to industry shifts.


Grid



  • Climate Week NYC 2024 - Pedro J Pizarro (Climate Group) - Edison International CEO Pedro J Pizarro details the company's net-zero transition strategy and highlights major obstacles to climate action during Climate Week NYC 2024.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 (Climate Group) - Peter Rose details Hydro-Québec and TDI's ambitious buried transmission line project, set to deliver clean hydroelectricity from Quebec to New York City, emphasizing community involvement and environmental benefits.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 (Climate Group) - Eric Holdsworth outlines electric utilities' emissions reduction achievements, transition hurdles, and potential solutions during Climate Week NYC 2024.

  • DOE or do not (Keep Cool) - The Department of Energy has unveiled a $5 billion funding package for nuclear facilities, power transmission, and electric vehicle charging stations, despite looming political shifts.


Industry



  • Climate Week NYC 2024 (Climate Group) - US Steel executive Erika Chan unveils the first responsible steel certification and reports advancements in emissions reduction targets during Climate Week NYC 2024.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 - Jes Munk Hansen (Climate Group) - Rockwool's CEO details the company's decarbonization initiatives in construction and manufacturing, urging stricter industry regulations to accelerate environmental progress.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 (Climate Group) - Madeline Reeves highlights the steel industry's pivotal role in global decarbonization and U.S. government support for clean steel production during Climate Week NYC 2024.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 - Michael Simmelsgaard (Climate Group) - Ørsted's Michael Simmelsgaard calls for urgent regulations to drive adoption of low-carbon concrete and steel during Climate Week NYC 2024.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 - Luke Petherbridge (Climate Group) - Link Logistics CEO Luke Petherbridge outlines the firm's sustainability initiatives and sector hurdles at Climate Week NYC 2024, emphasizing the need for industry-wide action.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 (Climate Group) - Outokumpu's Johann Steiner details the company's climate initiatives, emphasizing electric furnaces, recycling, and tackling coal emissions, while advocating for global carbon pricing and sustainable steel incentives.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 - Ezgi Barcenas (Climate Group) - L'Oréal's Ezgi Barcenas emphasizes scaling climate innovations and science-based sustainability initiatives during Climate Week NYC 2024.


Policy



  • Aswan hosts MCR2030 workshop to enhance urban resilience (UNDRR) - Aswan hosts a workshop for local governments, focusing on disaster risk reduction strategies and multi-stakeholder engagement to enhance urban resilience as part of the MCR2030 initiative.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 - Helen Clarkson (Climate Group) - Helen Clarkson unveils Climate Week NYC 2024's agenda, highlighting a global climate action checklist, renewable energy challenges, and COP29's financial talks.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 - The Right Honourable Dame Jacinda Ardern (Climate Group) - Former New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern calls for swift, united global efforts to combat climate change during her address at Climate Week NYC 2024.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 (Climate Group) - Stuart McLachlan urges organizations to surpass compliance and adopt transformative approaches to climate challenges during Climate Week NYC 2024.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 - Rob Bonta (Climate Group) - California's Attorney General Rob Bonta launches lawsuit against ExxonMobil, alleging deception about plastic recycling and demanding accountability for cleanup costs.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 - Rob Bonta (Climate Group) - California's Attorney General Rob Bonta launches lawsuit against ExxonMobil, alleging misleading plastic recycling claims and environmental damage.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 - Renate de Lange (Climate Group) - PWC executive Renate de Lange outlines strategies for climate action, including reducing environmental impact, employee training, and assisting clients in sustainable transitions at Climate Week NYC 2024.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 - Professor Tim Lenton (Climate Group) - Professor Tim Lenton presents findings on policy mandates' potential to catalyze rapid decarbonization in key sectors, as revealed in a new report discussed at Climate Week NYC 2024.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 - Professor Mateus Simões de Almeida (Climate Group) - Minas Gerais state government is implementing carbon-neutral procurement strategies across multiple sectors, including construction and healthcare, following COP28 discussions.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 - Professor Celeste Saulo (Climate Group) - WMO chief Celeste Saulo outlines plans to enhance climate data gathering, forecasting, and methane tracking, aiming to bolster cross-sector decision-making processes.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 - Right Honorable Patricia Scotland (Climate Group) - Commonwealth Secretary-General Patricia Scotland highlights Climate Week NYC's role in propelling worldwide climate initiatives, underscoring the event's significance for international environmental efforts.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 (Climate Group) - UNICEF USA aims to safeguard 500 million children by 2030 through urgent climate initiatives, emphasising girls' education and nurturing future environmental leaders.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 (Climate Group) - Climate Week NYC 2024 showcases rising investment in renewables and urges stronger government climate policies, reflecting a surge in environmental optimism.

  • EUDR Delay: Why the EUDR Compliance Postponement Is the Perfect Time to Act (LiveEO) - The recent EUDR enforcement delay offers companies a crucial window to bolster compliance measures and fortify supply chains ahead of full implementation.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 - Lorena Dellagiovanna (Climate Group) - Hitachi executive outlines sustainability strategy at Climate Week NYC 2024, highlighting planned initiatives and the importance of employee diversity in tackling climate challenges.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 - Josh Becker (Climate Group) - California State Senator Josh Becker outlines climate action strategies during Climate Week NYC 2024, highlighting the state's ambitious environmental goals.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 (Climate Group) - Gregory Carli explores corporate hurdles in aligning climate ambitions with real-world results at Climate Week NYC 2024, highlighting the complexities of sustainable business practices.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 - Dr Eva Riesenhuber (Climate Group) - Dr. Eva Riesenhuber calls for transparent, multi-sector cooperation to expedite climate action during Climate Week NYC 2024, stressing the urgency of global mitigation efforts.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 - Eamon Ryan (Climate Group) - Irish Minister Eamon Ryan underscores the critical importance of swift emissions cuts and broad-based climate initiatives during Climate Week NYC 2024.

  • Pacific surges forward on climate and disaster resilience (UNDRR) - Pacific nations convened in Suva, Fiji, to address challenges and develop strategies for implementing comprehensive climate and disaster resilience plans across the region.


Renewables



  • Climate Week NYC 2024 - Tzeporah Berman (Climate Group) - Tzeporah Berman urges creation of just transition funds to aid fossil fuel workers as global energy markets pivot towards more affordable and secure renewable sources.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 (Climate Group) - Climate Week NYC 2024 video showcases RE100's goal to achieve zero-carbon electricity grids globally by 2040, leveraging corporate pledges and policy influence in key markets.

  • Climate Week NYC 2024 (Climate Group) - Vestas pledges carbon neutrality by 2030, 100% renewable electricity use, and a 50% cut in supply chain emissions through industry collaborations, says Fleming Voetmann.


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