Business Council for Sustainable Energy (BCSE)

In just one week, BCSE will lead a delegation of more than 30 businesses and organizations to #COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan. There, the BCSE coalition will connect with governments, stakeholders, and advocates to provide insight from the real economy on what policies best catalyze investment and deployment of #energyefficiency and #cleanenergy solutions. ? Established in 1992 in advance of the first United Nations Earth Summit, BCSE has been an accredited business observer to the UN for more than 30 years. Learn about BCSE's goals for COP 29 and find a full calendar of events at: https://lnkd.in/esR9WhYc

BCSE was thrilled to bring private sector, federal government, and subnational leaders together at the #COP29 America Is All In Action Center! Watch the recording of our discussion on rethinking decision-making in sustainable #energy investments: https://lnkd.in/gwy6TYa2

BCSE: #COP29 Agreement on Carbon Markets and New Global Financial Goal Opens Market Pathways for Greater Action on Climate Change #cleanenergy #energyefficiency #climateaction https://ow.ly/MRiA50Ufmeg

“Our organizations support local leaders, governors, tribes, and the private sector in implementing meaningful climate action. And with the investments already in place, with the Inflation Reduction Act, we are poised to take off and accelerate this momentum that we already have, because America is ‘all in.’” – Liz Beardsley, Senior Policy Counsel, U.S. Green Building Council This past week, our coalition joined climate champions from around the world at #COP29. At the #AmericaIsAllIn Action Center, we hosted 19 events over the course of three days featuring esteemed speakers and panelists from all sectors of society, including cities, businesses, schools, cultural institutions, and many more.?? A tremendous thank you to our event co-hosts Center for Global Sustainability, U.S. Climate Alliance, FEMA, The American Institute of Architects (AIA), Clean Energy Buyers Association (CEBA), The Climate Registry, International Code Council, U.S. Green Building Council, Business Council for Sustainable Energy (BCSE), Emerson, Aspen Technology, Microsoft, Google, World Wildlife Fund, Second Nature, and Alliances for Climate Action for helping us bring together climate leaders in support of building a safer, healthier, and more resilient future for many generations to come. Whether you joined us in person or virtually, we also wanted to extend our appreciation to our attendees, partners, and members for participating in our Action Center and underscoring the importance of subnational #ClimateAction. Want to catch up on our COP29 events? You can find recordings of our events and more in our Action Center recap: https://lnkd.in/eyTxs-_G

"Whatever is negotiated between governments, whether at #COP29 or in subsequent international summits on trade and security, it will ultimately be businesses that will mobilise and allocate resources to deliver on #cleanenergy goals and design out greenhouse gas emissions." As #COP29 wraps up in Baku, BCSE is proud to have brought a delegation of 30 US businesses and trade associations to provide insight from the real economy on what policies work to catalyze investment and deployment. These businesses are deploying the #energyefficiency and clean energy solutions needed to reduce #energy demand, accelerate the energy transition, and keep global temperature rise below 1.5°C. Since our founding in 1992, BCSE has been an accredited business observer organization to the United Nations – and now more than ever, international and federal policies are needed to ensure market certainty in the energy transition. This certainty can be driven by continued momentum on high ambition #NDCs that include all greenhouse gases and are 1.5°C-aligned. As Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL)'s Lindsay Hooper writes in Reuters, governments must "chart a bold path that deals honestly with citizens on the tough choices ahead, addresses the consumption challenge and unleashes the power of markets – spurring a transformation that strengthens economies and provides businesses with the confidence to invest in a sustainable future." Learn more about how governments at COP 29 can unleash the power of the private sector to achieve net zero: https://lnkd.in/gmc23RyB

?? Join Us for an Insightful Webinar! ??? You are invited to join the US Circular Economy Coalition and Business Council for Sustainable Energy (BCSE) for a webinar as we introduce our first annual Federal Circularity Audit & Report. In this webinar, we will present our findings and hear from industry experts and municipal leaders about the role of the federal government in advancing circularity. This is an excellent opportunity to gain actionable insights and to connect with professionals who are shaping the future of sustainable practices. We look forward to your participation in this critical conversation on fostering a sustainable and resilient economy! ?? Save your spot today! #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #Circularity #Webinar

At #COP29, the BCSE delegation has been busy showcasing private sector #energyefficiency and #cleanenergy solutions and providing insight from the real economy on what policies best catalyze investment and deployment. Catch up on some activities and announcements from the past two weeks in Baku: ?? The International Code Council and Standards Australia announced a New Universal Data Protocol for the built environment, aiming to utilize existing methods to enable transparent, auditable and verifiable data exchange for effective reporting and compliance across the building and construction industry. Read more: https://lnkd.in/diA8faS4 ?? GTI Energy Executive Director Zane McDonald joined the Hydrogen Innovation Summit at the Climate Action Innovation Zone alongside COP 29 to discuss #hydrogen #infrastructure, investment strategies, and the transition to a resilient, decarbonized economy. Watch the recording: https://lnkd.in/d9Sj5gyC ?? The Long Duration Energy Storage Council (LDES Council) released its Annual Report, which underscores the urgent need to accelerate the deployment of #LDES technologies. The Annual Report finds that a strong and growing ecosystem of innovators, corporates, and strategic partners is driving momentum for widespread LDES adoption. Read more: https://lnkd.in/df48pbsz ?? Find more information on BCSE's COP 29 events, delegation news, and goals for the international conference at https://lnkd.in/esR9WhYc.

Today at #COP29, members of the BCSE delegation spotlighted private sector solutions for improving #energyefficiency and increasing sustainable aviation fuel deployment. Here's a recap of BCSE delegation events on Nov. 20: ? At an event on at the We Mean Business Coalition Pavilion, Asmara Klein, Head of Strategic Policy Partnerships for BCSE member Topsoe shared that US #SAF producers are expected to increase their output from approximately 6.7 Mt in 2030 to 76 MT by 2050. However, most countries around the world are not on track to grow their SAF market as the same scale. Klein argued that being a knowledge partner to developing economies will be key in expanding the production of SAF. Watch the recording: https://lnkd.in/e_Sbx8wY ?? Autodesk and Trane Technologies elevated the topic of #energyefficiency data in an event at the Cool Coalition Pavilion. Helen Walter-Terrinoni discussed how data is facilitating Trane's work to optimize refrigerated transport and reduction of emissions and to reduce energy load in the design and retrofit of the built environment. Rama Dunayevich called for collective radical action across sectors and stakeholders plus transparency to transform the way we operate and deliver rapid?and efficient?decarbonization of buildings. Read more takeaways: https://lnkd.in/eztsNQ-T ?? Find more information on BCSE's COP 29 events, delegation news, and goals for the international conference at https://lnkd.in/esR9WhYc.

Today at #COP29, BCSE showcased subnational and private sector solutions to achieve equity, #energyefficiency, and #cleanenergy goals at an official UNFCCC side event co-hosted by The Climate Registry, Georgetown Climate Center, and U.S. Green Building Council. ???? Chair Brenda Mallory of the White House Council on Environmental Quality offered opening remarks, providing a U.S. federal government perspective on public-private partnerships and actions that are driving clean energy deployment nationwide. ?? Public and private sector leaders must partner to implement scalable solutions for CO2 reduction, resilience, and health benefits in the built and natural environment. The “Investing, Deploying, and Implementation” Panel, moderated by Liz Beardsley, featured Rama Dunayevich, Olga Faktorovich Allen, Paul Lau, and Jessica Olson. These private sector leaders shared case studies of strategies that successfully engage communities and build on the momentum of federal policies and investments. ?? Achieving nationally-determined contributions requires subnational action across sectors while centering equity. The “Policy, Regulation, and Planning” Panel, moderated by Amy Holm, featured Samuel Assefa, Davina Hurt, Esq., Joseph Nguyen, and Brigid Shea. These state and local leaders from California, Texas, and Washington highlighted actions and policies that are driving clean energy investment in their communities. They discussed the challenge of addressing the immediate needs of their constituents while advancing essential climate action and shared strategies for fostering collaboration. ?? Thank you to all who joined us for this exciting event! Find more information on BCSE's COP 29 events, delegation news, and goals for the international conference at https://lnkd.in/esR9WhYc. Executive Office of the President Autodesk SMUD Topsoe Abt Global Governor's Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation (LCI) California Air Resources Board Bay Area Air Quality Management District Travis County Washington State Senate

Today at #COP29, BCSE led discussions on community engagement, improving grid reliability, and scaling the #energy transition. Here's a wrap-up of the day's events on Nov. 18: ??♂? BCSE and Edison Electric Institute co-hosted an event focused on broadening the benefits of #cleanenergy through community engagement and next generation workforce development. Featuring opening remarks from Pedro Pizarro, the panel also included Mark Berry, Gregg Fishman, Rhian Kelly, Paige Marie Morse, PhD, and Scott Tew and spotlighted private sector initiatives that are driving investment in training and education. Read the takeaways: https://lnkd.in/epdRAeJG ? The International Council for #SustainableEnergy (ICSE), the Alliance to Save Energy, and the Plant Based Products Council co-hosted an official UNFCCC side event on scaling finance for #energyefficiency, clean energy, and biobased solutions. Thomas Koch Blank presented an opening global market overview on the energy transition. Our Innovative Materials panel, moderated by Jamaica Gayle, featured Emmanuel Escoto Gonzalez, James Glueck, Kolja Kuse, and Tamra Spielvogel discussing the importance of transparent and clear standards in the emerging biobased and carbon-negative materials, feedstock, and commercial products. Our Scaling the Clean Energy Transition panel, moderated by Anna Freeman, featured Sebastian Gallehr, Bob Hinkle, Helen Walter-Terrinoni, and Craig Whalen called for investment decisions that realize the full range of benefits that energy efficiency provides. Read the takeaways: https://lnkd.in/eJD8TNAN ? BCSE President Lisa Jacobson moderated a panel on transforming the electric grid through systems and technology innovation at the We Mean Business Coalition Pavilion. Lisa was joined by #BCSEMembers Sandy Grace and Paige Morse as they discussed ways the private sector and governments can prioritize optimizing existing grid infrastructure and look to new innovations in technology and systems optimization. Watch the recording: https://lnkd.in/emTKNJbg ?? Find more information on BCSE's COP 29 events, delegation news, and goals for the international conference at https://lnkd.in/esR9WhYc. Edison International Southern Company SMUD Aspen Technology Trane Technologies Clean Energy Council RMI ASTM International Corn Refiners Association Biotechnology Innovation Organization GALLEHR+PARTNER? Metrus Energy Clean Energy Finance Corporation