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?? JUST LAUNCHED: 2030 Global Forest Vision: Priority actions for governments in 2025 ?? Nearly four years ago, 140 governments signed a pledge to save the world’s forests by 2030 – yet forest loss and degradation have only intensified since then. With COP30 on the horizon, governments must arrive in Belém having shown real action on forests. Released today under the 2030 Global Forest Vision, a new and urgent call-to-action lays out critical steps governments must take in 2025 to turn the tide ahead of the climate summit in Brazil this November: 1?? Rally around forest goals with renewed ambition, integrating them in national climate and biodiversity plans and in upcoming conference outcomes 2?? Partner to promote legal and deforestation-, conversion-, degradation-free trade 3?? Significantly scale up financial support for forests 4?? Secure the land rights and support the self-determination of Indigenous and Afro-descendent peoples and local communities, including through scaling up finance 5?? Issue comprehensive supervisory expectations for financial institutions to address forest risks 6?? Identify and repurpose subsidies that harm forests and ecosystems, directing them toward a sustainable food systems transformation, a bioeconomy transition, and sustainable forest management 7?? Strengthen governance in the land-use sector, including legal frameworks, law enforcement, transparency, and accountability 8?? Address the vicious cycle of debt and increase fiscal flexibility in multilateral development finance ?? Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/dSrx2y5Q

Summit registration ends next week on March 18th! This exclusive event will bring together industry leaders, innovators, and sustainability experts from corporate, NGO and academic spheres to explore?the?latest advancements and challenges in supply chain sustainability. TSC’s 2025 Summit promises an engaging experience with inspiring sessions, networking opportunities, and outdoor activities, all set in?the?breathtaking natural surroundings of Crystal Bridges and Northwest Arkansas. Don't miss your chance to register! Learn more information about our agenda, and register here: https://lnkd.in/gfWXhjXF

We are less than a month away from TSC Summit ‘25! Here’s a sneak peak of our incredible speakers: Kathleen Merrigan, PhD is an expert in food and agriculture, celebrated by Time Magazine as one of the 100 Most Influential People in the World in 2010. She is the Kelly and Brian Swette Professor in the College of Global Futures and Executive Director of the Swette Center for Sustainable Food Systems at Arizona State University. Jeff Hanratty is Ducks Unlimited’s Managing Director of National Sustainability Programs. Working at the intersection of regeneration, conservation, and corporate stewardship, Jeff is in his dream job at DU and is a key connector in aligning their conservation efforts and ecosystem services to corporate sustainability needs. Diego Andres Borrego Salinas is the Sustainability and AlEn Foundation Sr. Manager at Grupo AlEn, where he promotes projects with social and environmental impact through the company’s Sustainability Strategy. He leads social and community impact initiatives via the AlEn Foundation and drives the employee wellness strategy. Registration closes March 18th – don't miss your chance to hear these experts speak! To see more agenda details and register, visit https://lnkd.in/gfWXhjXF

The agenda is live for TSC Summit 2025! From meaningful insights to outdoor experiences, this is your chance to engage with sustainability leaders. Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/gfWXhjXF

2024 THESIS Wrapped is Here! This year, the numbers tell a story of impact: 9 Retailers Participated 1,187 Suppliers Took Action 4,279 Assessments Submitted 45 Average Score Supply chain transparency enables long term viability! A huge thank you to our amazing suppliers for their hard work and dedication – attending THESIS lives, acquiring your THESIS license, and diligently completing and submitting assessments. Your efforts are truly the backbone of this initiative! We also extend our appreciation to our incredible retailers for sparking the demand. Be part of the impact in 2025! Join THESIS and elevate take your supply chain transparency and drive meaningful change together! Your participation is key to a sustainable future! Click here to learn more: https://buff.ly/4iakce2

Time is running out! Don’t miss your chance to join the TSC Summit 2025—a unique gathering of sustainability experts and innovators. Spots are filling fast! Here are some pictures from last year! https://buff.ly/42Unq0I

2024 was the second record-breaking year for global temperatures. Multiple global records were broken, for greenhouse gas levels, and for both air temperature and sea surface temperature, contributing to extreme events, including floods, heatwaves and wildfires. Read more here:

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Happy Valentine’s Day from The Sustainability Consortium! ? Today, we’re sharing our love and appreciation for the 9 Retailers and 1,187 Suppliers who participated in THESIS this past year! Your commitment to supply chain transparency is driving real change in the consumer goods industry—making products better for people and the planet. ? Looking to improve your sustainability journey? THESIS can be answered using trusted certifications and tools like FSC, Rainforest Alliance, Sustainable Forestry Initiative, CDP, Sedex, and EcoVadis.

New trends are emerging that will shape the way companies approach sustainability in 2025, and we want to share this article exploring the five critical trends reshaping the sustainability landscape. CSRD Readiness: US companies with EU operations must comply with CSRD, which sets new standards for sustainability reporting and emphasizes transparency and accountability. Navigating Greenwashing: Companies should avoid greenwashing by substantiating claims with data and being transparent about their sustainability efforts to build trust. AI in Sustainability: AI can enhance sustainability initiatives by streamlining data collection and analysis, but human oversight is essential for maintaining authenticity in communications. Climate Risk: Addressing climate risk requires a broader perspective that includes social implications and planning for resilience to protect businesses and communities. Business Case for Sustainability: Emphasizing sustainability provides strategic advantages like improved customer loyalty, operational efficiency, and investor confidence, making it essential for long-term success. What sustainability trends do you think will make the biggest impact in 2025? Let us know ?? Read more here: https://buff.ly/4hLqiBo #Sustainability #BusinessTrends #Innovation