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Senior Research Scientist

Animal Systems Modeling: Q&A with Tim Harper

Measuring emissions from animal agriculture remains one of the food industry’s toughest challenges. In this Q&A, Planet FWD’s Animal Systems expert Tim Harper explains why livestock modeling is so complex — and how brands can start turning beef and dairy data into actionable emissions reductions. Learn how Planet FWD’s purpose-built animal systems models help companies accurately measure, report, and reduce their highest-impact category: purchased goods and services.

Tim Harper

Why Data Collaboration Beats Competition

Learn why interoperable emissions data is crucial for climate action. Planet FWD champions open collaboration over closed systems in the race to reduce carbon emissions.

Advisor Blog Series

Attorney, Advisor, En-Roads Climate Ambassador, Board Director

In-House Counsel’s Role in Sustainability

Legal teams can be powerful allies in driving corporate sustainability. Learn how in-house counsel can help launch and lead sustainability initiatives.

Dahni-El Giles

Simplifying Scope 3 Carbon Accounting

Simplify Scope 3 accounting: Start where you are and scale confidently with our proven Crawl-Walk-Run methodology.

3 Tips to Engage Suppliers on Emissions

The majority of emissions for most companies stems from Scope 3, so engaging suppliers is key to reducing your carbon footprint. In part two of this series, Planet FWD experts discuss which suppliers to focus on, and explore how to leverage farm-level data to drive the most impact.

CPG and Food Service

Engaging Suppliers on Scope 3 Emissions

Learn how brands are working with suppliers and data to cut Scope 3 emissions and scale climate action.

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Event recap

NYCW: Scope 3 Solutions for ESG Leaders

Planet FWD hosted a packed NYCW session on Scope 3 solutions featuring Julia Collins and Lizzy Kolar. Here are the highlights.

Head of Corporate Reporting and Decarbonization - Charlie Quann helps brands decarbonize with data-driven, actionable climate strategies across every stage of the net-zero journey.

SBTi Net Zero Update: Key Takeaways

SBTi's latest Net Zero guidance update sparks debate as companies, led by H&M, question offsetting stance and grapple with evolving climate standards.

Charlie Quann

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EUDR: A Comprehensive Guide for Consumer Companies

Learn how new EU rules combat deforestation, affect your products, and what steps to take for compliance by 2024

ESPR & Digital Passports: Fashion Guide

ESPR is set to revolutionize sustainability reporting for apparel companies. This in-depth guide will help you prepare for compliance.

CSRD Guide for Consumer Brands

CSRD is set to revolutionize sustainability reporting. This in-depth guide will help you prepare for compliance.

Carbon Accounting for Fashion Brands

The carbon accounting industry is evolving at lightning speed and fashion brands have unique needs. Here’s what to look for in a solution that can grow with your business needs and provide the adaptability and flexibility you need to grow your sustainability programs.

Apparel and Textiles

NY Fashion Act: Decarbonizing Supply Chains

For brands committed to decarbonizing their supply chains, the New York Fashion Act presents both challenges and opportunities.

Head of Corporate Reporting and Decarbonization - Charlie Quann helps brands decarbonize with data-driven, actionable climate strategies across every stage of the net-zero journey.

SBTi Offset Rule Changes: What to Know

Learn what SBTi’s new offset criteria mean for your business and how to evolve your science-based decarbonization strategy.

Charlie Quann

TCFD 101: Reporting Climate Risks

Breakdown what the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures covers and when to use these guidelines

Research Scientist Intern

Seaweed: CPG’s New Sustainability Hero

Seaweed is emerging as a low-impact ingredient for CPG brands looking to boost sustainability and reduce emissions.

Anjali D. Boyd

New California Climate Law (SB 253 & 261)

Learn the basics about the groundbreaking new legislation

Can Packaging Reduce Emissions Significantly?

Biodegradable packaging may not be the best route to cut emissions. Explore more effective solutions for reducing impact.

Ryan Hottle

Sr. Research Scientist

LCA vs Spend-Based Carbon Accounting

See why food brands are choosing LCA-based carbon accounting to accurately track and reduce their environmental footprint.

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How Planet FWD’s Software Stands Out

Learn how Planet FWD’s standards-aligned LCAs outperform spend-based accounting to help brands reduce impact more effectively.

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What is a Product Life Cycle Assessment?

Learn how you can utilize a Life Cycle Assessment to better understand the impacts of your product throughout its entire lifecycle

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Cradle-to-Grave LCA for Food Brands

By recognizing the importance of comprehensive assessments and the actionable insights they provide, companies can not only reduce their environmental impact but also foster trust and loyalty among their consumers.

Head of Climate Solutions & Science

Carbon Credits in F&B Decarbonization

The role of carbon credits in decarbonization of food, from measurement and reduction to integrating high-integrity carbon credits

Miranda Gorman, Ph.D.

Research

Science & Research Manager

Inside Planet FWD’s Climate Methodology

How Planet FWD builds the deepest database in the Food & Beverage Industry

Sophia Tumin

SBTi FLAG: A Practical Guide

A climate expert offers a deeper dive on FLAG timelines, best practices, and actions.

SBTi FLAG 101: Learn the Basics

Learn the basics about setting forest, land and agriculture targets.

Guide

5 Pillars of a Climate Action Blueprint

Identify where you stand and how to expand your climate action plans.

Advisor Blog Series

Attorney, Advisor, En-Roads Climate Ambassador, Board Director

End Greenwashing in Sustainability Messaging

How third-party verification and stronger regulation aid a credible green transition

Dahni-El Giles

Research

Senior Research Scientist

The Sizzling Debate on Electric or Gas Stoves

A PhD and Yale alum who studies GHG emissions opines on the great gas vs electric stove debate.

Weichang Yuan, Ph.D.

Food CPG

Catalysts: Climate-Friendly Food Branding

‍Introducing our new webinar series Catalysts. If you’re a food and beverage operator looking to lead on sustainability, this series will uncover key learnings, milestones and ways to win on climate.

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