Alison Kelman

“The stakes are high for California to follow through on the commitments that it made.” Those were the words of Pollination's Head of Americas John Morton, who recently sat down with the Financial Times to talk about the importance of California standing behind the climate disclosure bills passed last year and ensuring that funds are allocated in the current state budgeting process. Passed in October, California Senate Bills (SB) 253 and 261 were the first significant corporate climate disclosure requirements in the United States, with SB 253 requiring firms with annual revenue over $1 billion to annually disclose Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas emissions, and SB 261 requiring those with annual revenues over $500 million to biennially report their climate-related financial risks. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dYUYtTAM #climatedisclosure #climateaction

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Discover the power of blue carbon and its impact on California's most vulnerable communities with this comprehensive Story Map! 🗺️ This report covers the benefits of blue carbon, showcases successful case studies across California, and tracks relevant policy developments. Perfect for anyone seeking a high-level understanding of blue carbon and its significance in the state. Don't miss out on this valuable resource! #BlueCarbon #California #EnvironmentalPolicy #ClimateAction

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New job opportunities are on the way for CA. CalRecycle is now accepting applications for $40 million in redemption innovation technology grants on top of $15 million in workforce development grants rolling out this year to build the future of recycling in California. The state will also promote workforce development in this space through the California Jobs First Council (https://lnkd.in/gXnvQJPf) The state recently released draft regulations for Governor Gavin Newsom’s “Plastic Pollution Prevention and Packaging Producer Responsibility Act” (SB 54, enacted in 2022), kicking off the formal rule-making process. “For too long, plastic polluters have passed the buck on the growing burden of plastic waste contaminating the air we breathe, the water we drink and the food we eat,” said Governor Newsom. “California is leading the way to hold producers responsible, drive sustainable innovation and green jobs, and support the most impacted communities. We have to act now, with urgency, to give our kids a future without plastic pollution.” This law requires the following by 2032: * Sell 25% less single-use plastic packaging and food ware in the state. * Make all single-use packaging and plastic food-ware recyclable or compostable. * Recycle 65% of single-use plastic packaging and food ware. See more at https://lnkd.in/gAvR3J8D

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⭐ Exciting News! California’s Fifth Climate Change Assessment team has shared an update on their ongoing state-wide #climate research!     The Assessment is a comprehensive initiative designed to assess California’s climate-related impacts and challenges and to create tools and resources that help communities, practitioners, and leaders make informed climate-action decisions.    In this progress update, we are excited to share: 🌱 Climate #data and models funded by the California Energy Commission (CEC).    🌳 Core climate research overseen by the California Natural Resources Agency (CNRA), and tribally led research and energy research funded by the CEC.    🌍 Regional and statewide reports led by the Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation and the California Strategic Growth Council (SGC). Whether you are new to #climatechange research or an expert, this information can help you understand and plan for future climate impacts. Find the link to the full progress update in the comments below!

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One Earth was highlighted in a recent Carbon Pulse article discussing the need to close the biodiversity data gap before effectively utilizing AI in conservation. The Nature Tech Collective is leading a coalition of researchers and NGOs, including One Earth, to improve environmental data collection, which will be crucial for developing reliable AI models in the future. #Biodiversity #ConservationTech #AIforGood

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