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AJW, Inc. is hiring to support our Arlington team! Do you know anyone curious to discover more about the intersection of government policy and business – and contribute their skills to supporting our client innovators in addressing the world's most challenging energy and environmental problems? Then please send them our way! We are looking to fill two intern positions to work on various energy and environmental policy issues with our dedicated team. ✳️ Graduate Intern: Starting in March, this position is ideal for post-graduate applicants interested in environmental policy/science/economics or government affairs. Please apply by March 1, 2025. ✳️ Summer Intern: Starting in May for the Summer break, this position is a great fit for rising juniors/seniors or recent post-grads in the same topic areas. Please apply by March 15, 2025. Read more and apply directly here: https://lnkd.in/eZapvB_m (The position is hybrid, and the applicant must be based in one of these locations: Virginia, Maryland, Washington, DC, New York, Pennsylvania, Utah, or California. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship). Chris Hessler | Haley Armstrong | William Tyndall | Jessica Bennett | Tony Poole | Mary Solecki | Richard Corey | Loretta Smerchansky | Linda Cristal Barrera | Clare Schulzki-Hessler | Madison Carroll | Cassie Lopina | Jo T. | Jordan Flanagan | Caitlin Clark | Caelin MacIntosh | Anna Schutt | Ethan Spira | Madelyn Wiseman | Jake Smerchansky | Fran Bowden Lee | Madison Davis

📖 Book & Claim and its Role in Supporting Sustainable Transport Yesterday, as part of our #ITF_Corporate Partnership Board www.itf-oecd.org/cpb programme of work, we held an engaging workshop on book and claim. As it gains traction as a tool to support #decarboisation across modes, we discussed how book and claim differs from other chain of custody models, multisectoral considerations, the opportunities and limitations of a book and claim systems implementation, and standards necessary to ensure its credibility. 💬 The discussions covered: ✅ Applications of Book and Claim in the aviation and maritime sectors ✈️🚢 ✅ Articulating Book and Claim— Voluntary GHG accounting and compliance ✅ Application of Book and Claim in other sectors ✅ Multisectoral considerations—ensuring broader sustainability impact 💡The final report will be released at #COP30 #Belém where ITF will play a role as UN Climate Change focal point for #transport for the under the #MarrakechPartnership A huge thank you to all participants for their valuable contributions, especially the speakers: - Adam Kirby ISCC - International Sustainability and Carbon Certification -Quintin BarnesSmart Freight Centre -Max Eichelbaum The Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials (RSB) -Azim NORAZMI International Air Transport Association (IATA) -Madison Carroll CoSAFA (Council on Sustainable Aviation Fuels Accountability) -Laura Hutchinson Center for Green Market Activation (GMA) -Elena Talalasova Global Maritime Forum -Andrea Condotta GRUBER Logistics - Andrea CADERON Airbus -Jason Macdonald ExxonMobil -Marc Cottignies ADEME -Mark Staples Shell -Michaela Wagar Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHG Protocol) -Marco Paviotti European Commission -Andreas Kopf ITF - International Transport Forum and to my colleagues Yaroslav Kholodov and Diego Botero for the organisation of the workshop with a great agenda and great speakers, and who will carry this work forward over the coming months. #SustainableTransport #BookAndClaim #GHGAccounting #Aviation #Maritime #RoadTransport #ClimateAction #Sustainability #IndustryInsights #UNFCCC #innovation Photo courtesy of Abaigeal Heneghan

#Webinar: How can clean electricity standards spur clean technology investments and reduce emissions? Join CATF experts Jeremy M. Tarr and Paula Leverett Cobb for an upcoming webinar on how U.S. states can lead the way in developing the nation’s clean energy economy.  Jeremy and Paula will share CATF’s latest resources on clean electricity standards, including a new interactive map, policy report, and state fact sheets. State officials and stakeholders are encouraged to attend to learn more on how to design or update their own clean electricity standards – generating economic and environmental benefits.  Register today: https://lnkd.in/eUQVHGE8 

🚀 Exploring Carbon Intensity in the U.S. – WBA Policy Corner! 🌱 Join us on 20 February 2025 (01:00–02:30 pm UTC) for the next World Bioeconomy Association Policy Corner, where we’ll dive into the pressing issue of carbon intensity in the U.S. bioeconomy. 🔍 What’s the outlook? How can we accelerate the transition to cleaner energy, improve efficiency, and scale carbon capture technologies? Our expert speaker, Haley Armstrong (WBA Ambassador to the U.S.), will share valuable insights on tackling emissions while driving sustainable growth. A must-attend for bioeconomy leaders, policymakers, and innovators! Let’s shape solutions together. 📌 Save the date & join the WBA and discussion!  #Bioeconomy #Sustainability #CarbonIntensity #WBA #EnergyTransition

Today I had the opportunity to attend the Most Significant Infrastructure Projects Summit hosted by City & State representing Columbia University! It was an insightful experience where I was afforded the opportunity to hear about the future of infrastructure in New York, as well as the current successes thus far. Additionally, I was able to see my colleague from AJW, Inc., Rich Kassel, speak at the event while moderating an informative panel. Thank you Beniamin Strzelecki and Columbia Energy Association for helping to make my attendance at the summit happen! #NYInfrastructureSummit | Kathy Kiely

At Scaling Up 2024, Haley Armstrong from AJW, Inc. shared a powerful perspective on advancing the bioeconomy. She emphasized the need for clear, unified messaging to policymakers and a focus on measurable outcomes to ensure the bioeconomy continues to thrive. Listen to the interview to hear more. Video produced by BlockFlo Digital

Join us for an insightful panel showcasing the dynamic collaboration among four U.S. government agencies behind the creation and management of the U.S. passport: U.S. Department of State U.S. Government Publishing Office U.S. Department of Homeland Security U.S. Customs and Border Protection From design innovation and R&D to manufacturing excellence and fraud prevention, discover how these agencies work together to ensure the highest standards in passport quality, security, and authenticity. Learn about key processes like supply chain management, vulnerability testing, and inspection that safeguard this critical document at every stage. Don't miss this deep dive into the fascinating world of passport development and protection! Expand your horizons — REGISTER TODAY to ensure your place at our early bird rate! Tomorrow prices increase. https://lnkd.in/ePh66NG3 #intergrafconference #intergraf2025 #Milan2025 #currencyidentity #speakers https://lnkd.in/dEPP9R5q Tony Poole Doug Ward