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Sustainability & ESG

Investing in a greener tomorrow.

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Our sustainability team helps you understand and implement available tax incentives that create economic growth for your company, while ensuring you remain in compliance with new regulations and reporting standards.

what is sustainability in business?

Sustainability in business means conducting operations to consciously avoid negative impacts to the environment and your surrounding community. The goal is to ensure that short-term profits don’t become long-term liabilities. Research shows that companies with high sustainability ratings have a lower cost of debt and equity, and that sustainability initiatives can improve financial performance while encouraging public support. In other words, “doing good” has a direct impact on your company’s ability to “do well.”

what does sustainability have to do with accounting?

Congress has enacted tax credit programs to encourage corporate responsibility through investment in sustainable practices that create jobs and reinvigorate communities. Under the new rules, taxpayers can qualify for significant credits to offset their federal income tax liability, while taxpayers with no federal tax liability can collect cash through direct payments from the IRS or the transfer of unused clean energy credits on the open market. There are a variety of credits available that may positively impact your tax strategy and, in turn, your ESG strategy. Your organization may also need to consider plans, policies, and operations to remain competitive with customers and compliant with regulators as state and federal bodies develop reporting requirements.

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Sustainability & ESG

  • ESG (Climate) Readiness Assessments
  • Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Reporting and Assurance
  • Strategic Planning for Process Improvement to Reduce Regulatory and Reputational Risk
  • Board and C-suite Education
  • ERP/Software Implementation
  • ESG Deal Diligence (Buy-Side/Sell-Side)

Clean Energy Credits and Incentives

  • Qualification Consulting
  • Bonus Credit Consulting (brownfields, domestic content, & low-income energy community)
  • Prevailing Wage and Apprenticeship (PWA) Certification
  • Direct Pay and Transferability Planning

Environmental Compliance Consulting Services

  • Environmental Site Assessments
  • Regulatory Compliance Audits
  • Emissions and Discharge Reporting
  • Environmental Management System (ISO14001) Development
  • Waste Management and Minimization
  • Post Close Corporate Services
  • Facility Specific Training and Education

3D Supply Chain Assessments (Discover, Diagnose, Disclose)

  • Supply Chain Risk Assessment and ROI Analysis
  • Assess Supply Chain ESG Readiness
  • Identify and Engage Stakeholders
  • Identify opportunities to reduce waste and contain cost

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How CDP disclosure elevates your sustainability gameHow CDP disclosure elevates your sustainability game

How CDP disclosure elevates your sustainability game

CDP disclosure is rapidly becoming a global standard for environmental reporting. As sustainability regulations tighten and supply chain transparency grows, businesses that engage with CDP can gain a competitive edge, enhance stakeholder trust, and prepare for evolving ESG compliance requirements.

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June 6, 2024
How businesses can effectively respond to sustainability data requests in the supply chainHow businesses can effectively respond to sustainability data requests in the supply chain

How businesses can effectively respond to sustainability data requests in the supply chain

As supply chain sustainability becomes a critical focus, major corporations like Amazon and Ford are requiring suppliers to report ESG data and set reduction targets. This article explores the rising demand for supply chain sustainability data, the challenges suppliers face, and strategies to effectively collect, report, and leverage ESG information for long-term business success.

April 18, 2024
Understanding Your Corporate Carbon Footprint in 4 StepsUnderstanding Your Corporate Carbon Footprint in 4 Steps

Understanding Your Corporate Carbon Footprint in 4 Steps

February 28, 2024
Get ahead of the curve with ESG disclosures and reportingGet ahead of the curve with ESG disclosures and reporting

Get ahead of the curve with ESG disclosures and reporting

Mandatory ESG disclosures are becoming a critical requirement for businesses, whether due to regulations or supply chain demands. This article outlines the importance of ESG reporting, key frameworks, data collection strategies, and best practices for effective stakeholder communication to help businesses stay ahead in a sustainability-driven market.

February 9, 2024
ESG Standards and Frameworks: An OverviewESG Standards and Frameworks: An Overview

ESG Standards and Frameworks: An Overview

December 11, 2023
What SB 253 and SB 261 Mean for Your Company's Sustainability GoalsWhat SB 253 and SB 261 Mean for Your Company's Sustainability Goals

What SB 253 and SB 261 Mean for Your Company's Sustainability Goals

September 27, 2023

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