#climatetech

[blue-headline]

🌍 Can AI Save Our Soil? 🌱

Soil isn’t just dirt—it’s the planet’s largest carbon bank, storing more carbon than the atmosphere and all plants combined. But here’s the problem: climate change and unsustainable farming are pushing our soil to its limits.

Enter AI tools like the SOC Copilot—game-changers in agriculture. These tools analyze soil health, detect damaging practices like over-tillage, and suggest sustainable solutions to preserve precious Soil Organic Carbon (SOC).

It’s a big leap forward for farmers and the environment. But here’s the real question: can AI truly revolutionize agriculture, or is it just another tech trend?

💡 What do you think? Are we ready to trust AI with the future of our soil? Share your thoughts in the comments or reblog to spark a conversation!

[esgdata1992]

Role of Climate Data in Assessing Portfolio Risk

Here are some key ways financial institutions can use their climate data to inform portfolio risk analysis:

1. Geographical and Physical Risk Analysis: The insights provided by climate data allow investors to assess the exposure and vulnerability of their assets. With advanced tools, portfolio managers, investors, or financial institutions can identify the location of their investments and compare these with climate forecasts. For example, the risk of rising sea levels can be understood in terms of the vulnerability of a real estate portfolio. The possibility of assessing these impacts may allow managers to hedge against potential risks, divest from assets at risk, or explore insurance options to curtail their financial exposure.

2. Carbon Footprint and Transition Risk Analysis: As governments and regulatory bodies move toward aligning with a low-carbon economy, there is high transition risk for businesses, and consequently for portfolios that are fossil fuel reliant. In such cases, climate data can help assess the carbon footprint of companies and sectors within a portfolio. An investor can then analyze the extent to which a company will face future regulatory pressures, higher carbon taxes, or stranded assets as fossil fuels become less viable, and evaluate the efficacy of its current transition strategies.

3. Climate Scenario Analysis: Portfolio managers can conduct scenario analysis to validate how different climate pathways may impact the financial performance of companies. For instance, in a 2°C rise scenario, firms that are closer to a low-carbon economy, such as renewable energy-based ventures, may perform better, potentially rewarding those equity exposures. Such analysis can be key to understanding the positioning of a portfolio and developing energy transition pathways.

Read More: Role of Climate Data in Assessing Portfolio Risk

[ecodrisil]

Ecodrisil is excited to be part of GITEX Impact 2024 — where innovation meets sustainability! Join us as we showcase our cutting-edge solutions for driving a sustainable future.

📍 Dubai Harbour 🏢 Hall 9, Stand No: C-62

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to see how Ecodrisil’s ESG Xpress platform is shaping the future of ESG reporting! We can’t wait to meet you there! 🙌

[beststartupstory]

[makemydayapp]

The #EU accounts for nearly 35% of global #roadtransport emissions and is projected to become the second-largest #emitter this year, with emissions reaching 0.98 gigatons of #CO2! Across the EU, #Germany is the biggest #EU#transportation sector emitter!

Emissions of #greenhouse gases are falling in Europe – but not in the transport sector... That is the reason why efforts to #decarbonize road transport remain crucial for mitigating #climatechange and improving #airquality. 🌍🚗

Our latest #video illustrates how Make My Day is addressing and mitigating these elevated levels of transport CO2 emissions through innovative technology, and takes part in the European Commission's path to decarbonization.

[verdantis]

Mastering Material Data Management: A Cornerstone for Sustainable Decision-Making in Green Finance

In today's world, sustainability isn't just a buzzword - it's a driving force for businesses and investors alike. And at the heart of it all lies ESG data. This critical information paints a picture of a company's environmental, social, and governance performance, but gathering it can be a real challenge.

Imagine sifting through mountains of spreadsheets, deciphering cryptic reports, and chasing down data scattered across departments. It's enough to give even the most sustainability-minded individual a headache.

That's where Master Data Management (MDM) steps in, playing a crucial role in ensuring accurate, reliable, and consistent ESG reporting.

Understanding ESG Data:

At the heart of sustainable finance lies ESG data, providing information about a company or investment's environmental, social, and governance (ESG) attributes. This data is used by a wide range of stakeholders, including investors, analysts, companies, policymakers, and more, to understand and make informed decisions about business effectiveness, risk, and sustainability.

Sustainable data management is the responsible management and handling of data throughout its lifecycle. This includes the collection, processing, storage, and disposal of data. Sustainable data management aims to minimize the environmental impact of data management practices, reduce energy consumption, and optimize the use of resources. Sustainable data management also focuses on ensuring that data is used in a socially responsible and ethical way.

Why is Sustainable Data Management Important?

Sustainable data management is essential for several reasons. Firstly, it helps to minimize the environmental impact of data management practices. Data centres and other IT infrastructure consume significant amounts of energy and produce a considerable amount of carbon emissions. Sustainable data management practices aim to reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions by optimizing data centre design, improving energy efficiency, and using renewable energy sources.

88% of publicly traded companies have ESG initiatives in place followed by 79% of venture and private equity-backed companies and 67% of privately-owned companies. (Src:Navex)

Data Collection for ESG Reporting

ESG reporting demands transparency on a company's environmental, social, and governance practices. The first step is choosing the relevant metrics based on your industry, reporting framework (e.g., GRI, SASB, TCFD), and stakeholder interests.

Each framework defines specific metrics for different ESG categories like:

Environment: Greenhouse gas emissions, water usage, waste generation, resource consumption, etc.

Social: Labor practices, diversity and inclusion, employee health and safety, community engagement, etc.

Governance: Board composition, executive compensation, shareholder rights, anti-corruption practices, etc.

Gathering the data to tell this story is crucial, but it can be a complex process. Once the metrics are identified, you need to gather data from various sources:

Internal Data: This includes energy consumption, waste generation, employee diversity, community engagement, and governance policies. Data may reside in various systems like energy meters, HR databases, and financial records, etc.

External Data: Suppliers, industry groups, and governmental agencies provide data on things like raw material sourcing, labor practices, and regulatory compliance, etc.

Prioritizing your Data Collection with Double Materiality

Before diving into data mountains, it's crucial to define your Everest. Enter double materiality, the guiding compass for prioritizing the most impactful ESG and sustainability data your organization needs to collect.

Double materiality emphasizes matters that are significant:

From an ESG perspective: How your operations and actions affect the environment, society, and governance.

From a financial perspective: How ESG issues can impact your business risks and opportunities.

Think of it like Venn diagram of "sustainability is good for the planet" and "sustainability is good for business." The overlapping area forms your double materiality sweet spot, focusing data collection efforts on topics that matter most, both ethically and economically.

Practically, focus your data collection laser! By identifying the most critical ESG topics and risks, you ensure your efforts aren't scattered. Take for example the rising threat of extreme weather events for an energy and utility company – a double materiality double whammy for both sustainability and the bottom line! Now, let's turn the screws: what are the key climate risk data points and KPIs this company needs to track? Where's this data hiding, internally or externally? And how can they grab it efficiently? Prioritization isn't just about sorting – it's about taking targeted action for maximum impact.

The Challenges of Data Cleansing and Management:

Gathering the valuable information isn't always a picnic. Here are some common hurdles:

Data Silos: ESG data often gets trapped in isolated pockets across different departments and systems.

Inconsistent Formats: Metrics may be measured and reported differently, making comparisons difficult.

Data Quality Issues: Missing or inaccurate data can undermine the entire reporting process.

Lack of Resources: Companies may struggle to dedicate time and expertise to data collection.

Inaccurate or missing data can undermine the credibility of your ESG report. MMDM solution providers like Verdantis offers data cleansing, validation, and enrichment tools, enhancing data quality and minimizing errors.

Your ESG materiality should be a mirror reflecting your unique identity, values, and business model. Sustainability and ESG initiatives should build upon this foundation, not replace it.

By prioritizing data management, you ensure your focus remains on the issues that truly matter, driving both environmental progress and financial success.

MDM: The Powerhouse for ESG Data:

As ESG reporting requires accurate and comprehensive data across multiple dimensions, MDM provides the necessary framework to ensure data integrity and consistency.

MDM (Master Data Management) provides the foundation for effective management of ESG data, offering several key benefits:

Single Source of Truth: MDM establishes a single, centralized repository for all ESG data, eliminating inconsistencies and streamlining access for various stakeholders.

Data Quality and Integrity: MDM ensures data accuracy, completeness, and consistency, mitigating risks associated with poor data quality.

Improved Reporting and Compliance: By centralizing and standardizing ESG data, MDM facilitates efficient reporting and compliance with evolving ESG regulations.

Enhanced Decision-Making: Accurate and reliable ESG data empowers companies to make informed decisions about sustainable investments, operations, and stakeholder engagement.

Planting the Seeds for a Sustainable Future:

In our data-driven future, sustainable finance practices are no longer optional but imperative. Robust Master Data Management (MDM) solutions like Verdantis unlock the full potential of ESG data, fostering informed decision-making and transparency. Empower your organization in sustainable finance with MDM, navigating the complex financial landscape one well-governed data point at a time.

Mastering material data management is not just a business necessity but a strategic advantage in our evolving world. Prioritizing accurate material data helps companies navigate green finance, meet ESG standards, and reduce carbon footprints. Integrating sustainability into core decision-making processes contributes to a more resilient and environmentally conscious global economy.

To embark on a data led ESG strategy, organizations require internal support and guidance from consulting partners like Verdantis to craft a blueprint. Considering the vast amount of data involved, the right technology becomes essential.

Remember, MDM is not just about managing data, it's about managing your organization's journey towards a sustainable and responsible future.

Get In Touch Today To Embrace A Sustainable Future: info@verdantis.com/

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[rajanmalvankar]

(via Greening the Planet: How ClimateTech is Powering a Sustainable Future)

[atompowers]

"Clean energy is a portal to another world that is not only possible, but is happening: a better, healthier, feel-good future we get to make happen."

Read the whole interview I did with Clean Energy 4 America:

Don't forget to check out all these other gorgeous faces of clean energy across cleantech and climate action spaces, from political advocacy, environmental justice, manufacturing, solar, wind batteries, and more:

[jpmellojr]

MBA Grads With Startup Ambitions Embrace Health Care, AI

The class of 2023 from two of the nation’s most prominent business schools founded nearly 100 startups, according to data released by an international software design and development firm. https://jpmellojr.blogspot.com/2023/08/mba-grads-with-startup-ambitions.html

[santosh]

Spoke to some young climatetech entrepreneurs. I liked the energy and intent but many of them are just force attaching a climate dimensions to their solutions. Someone who makes an app that measure your carbon footprint and help you buy carbon credit or generate ESG report is not really the ‘ClimateTech’ entrepreneur in true-sense.

[whavradio]

Finegold Lauds Passage of $4 Billion Economic Development Bill; Aids Roads, Libraries, Climatetech, More

A sweeping $4 billion economic development bill, championed by Sen. Barry R. Finegold, passed both houses of the Massachusetts legislature Thursday and now awaits the governor’s signature. More than just money for programs, legislators said the bill makes wide-ranging policy changes to make Massachusetts more competitive. “The bill provides meaningful investments in life sciences, climatetech,…

[lovelypol]

Direct Air Capture: $0.9B to $13B by 2033, CAGR 29.6%

Direct Air Capture Market : Direct Air Capture (DAC) is a revolutionary technology that captures carbon dioxide directly from the atmosphere, offering a promising approach to combating climate change. By extracting CO₂ from the air and either storing it underground or utilizing it in various industries, DAC helps reduce the overall concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. Unlike traditional carbon reduction methods, DAC directly addresses past and present emissions, making it a vital tool for achieving carbon neutrality. As DAC technology advances, it has the potential to work alongside natural carbon sinks, creating a powerful synergy for climate action and environmental restoration.

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With growing support from governments and private investors, DAC is rapidly moving from concept to large-scale deployment. Companies and countries are recognizing the potential of DAC not only for carbon reduction but also for economic opportunity, as it enables the production of carbon-neutral fuels and materials. Scaling up DAC will require collaboration, innovation, and supportive policies, but its ability to provide a direct solution to atmospheric CO₂ levels makes it a key player in future climate strategies. As the world strives toward net-zero goals, DAC could help us build a sustainable path toward a cleaner, greener future.

#DirectAirCapture #ClimateTech #CarbonRemoval #NetZero #ClimateAction #CarbonNeutral #GreenInnovation #CleanEnergy #EcoSolutions #FutureOfCarbon #SustainableTech #CO2Capture #GreenEconomy #EnvironmentalImpact #CarbonFreeFuture

[makemydayapp]

Attention Israel! Prepare yourselves for an electrifying event as @Make My Day takes the stage at the prestigious Eilat-Eilot Renewable Energy 2024 conference!

📍Dan Hotel, Eilat, February 28-29, 2024

The Eilat-Eilot Conference on Renewable Energy aims to continue to empower the clean energy economy as leverage for regional rehabilitation and development in Israel, the Middle East, and around the world.

@Cnaan Aviv, our CTO & Cofounder, has been recognized as an EV expert and invited to participate in an EV charging panel discussion. He will be addressing the challenges of EV Charging Optimization and showcasing how Make My Day, with its cutting-edge technology in the EV Charging sector, can effectively tackle these issues. Come to hear him on February 29, at 3:30 pm!

Contact us to schedule a meeting: https://lnkd.in/dNNP7UBR Purchase your ticket: https://lnkd.in/d2Xms4aw Event agenda link: https://lnkd.in/dumfGJ8H