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"Green Growth Revisited: The EU’s Clean Industrial Deal" The European Union has long promoted the idea that economic competitiveness and green transformation are mutually reinforcing. This vision was embedded in the European Commission’s 2019 European Green Deal strategy and reaffirmed in the 2023 Green Deal Industrial Plan, both of which followed a model of green growth or green sustainability. While the Green Deal’s messaging primarily emphasized achieving climate neutrality by 2050, the current Commission’s strategic framework has shifted its focus towards competitiveness, resilience, and growth. This shift has been further solidified with the introduction of the new Clean Industrial Deal on 26 February 2025. Described as “a transformational business plan,” the Clean Industrial Deal merges climate action with competitiveness under a comprehensive growth strategy for Europe. It highlights Europe’s strong industrial heritage and its critical role in driving technological advancement, economic growth, and social well-being. In response to increasing geopolitical tensions, sluggish economic growth, and heightened technological competition, the EU aims to bolster its resilience and security by accelerating decarbonization, reindustrialization, and innovation across the continent. This ambitious agenda is structured around a clear set of themes and objectives, which are further detailed through specific action areas and key initiatives. Check out the link below to access the article: https://lnkd.in/ey3NQDiR #sustainability #greendeal #environmentalsustainability #decarbonization #reindustrialization #sustainablebusiness

"Coming March 18: Ocean Science-Based Targets for the Seafood Sector" The ocean is vital to all life on Earth and underpins the global economy. In the seafood sector, healthy ecosystems and stable fish populations are essential for maintaining resilient supply chains. The industry has made notable strides in environmental sustainability through certifications, corporate targets, and responsible sourcing initiatives. However, as environmental challenges grow and regulatory demands shift, companies need to do more. Adopting a science-based, full value chain approach to evaluating and managing corporate impacts is crucial for ensuring long-term resilience and competitiveness. Ocean science-based targets offer the seafood sector a globally recognized, standardized framework that promotes a consistent and comparable approach to corporate target-setting. This empowers companies to drive meaningful change beyond traditional sourcing practices. Click the link below to access the article: https://lnkd.in/emYeqHyp #sustainability #environmentalconsulting #ocean #decarbonize #ecosystems

We are proud to see past Viresco alumni Jonathon Alcock and Candace V. (Vinke) advancing the Scope 3 Innovation foundations in which Viresco was an early mover. Also, we were honored to contribute to the S3S working group shaping the initial design of the proposed Standard. We can’t wait to see what’s next as we scale up across the landscapes! https://lnkd.in/eyvHj4tE

"Rumin8 Achieves a 95.2% Methane Reduction in Cattle Trial at UC Davis" A trial involving 24 cattle divided into three groups and fed a total mixed ration (TMR) demonstrated significant reductions in methane emissions. When Rumin8’s oil IVP was added to the feed, total methane emissions dropped by 95.2%, methane yield (g/kg DMI) decreased by 93.0%, and methane intensity (g/kg ADG) was reduced by 93.4%. “These results indicate that the Rumin8 oil IVP, which contains synthetic bromoform (also known as tribromomethane), has the potential to significantly reduce enteric methane emissions,” the study’s authors stated. The researchers emphasized that animal-based foods provide high-quality protein and essential nutrients with high bioavailability—critical for addressing global undernutrition. With meat and milk consumption projected to rise by 73% and 58%, respectively, by 2050, “reducing enteric methane emissions is essential to minimizing the environmental impact of livestock systems and achieving national and international climate targets.” Check out the link to the article below: https://lnkd.in/dE-Azpap #sustainability #cattle #methanereduction #decarbonize #netzero #carbon #carbonemissions #agriculture #agritech #environmentalconsulting

Viresco Solutions is proud to have supported BASF Agricultural Solutions and Boortmalt as a technical design consultant for Europe's first Verified Impact Units (VIUs) generated from on-farm greenhouse gas (GHG) reductions. Our collaboration with BASF on the Carbon Farming Program has been an exciting and rewarding part of Viresco’s client experience on our End-to-End Carbon Roadmapping process. This project, part of BASF’s Global Carbon Farming Program, demonstrates the power of climate-smart agriculture and the ability of farmers to quantify and certify Scope 3 emission reductions through sustainable practices like cover cropping. Key Outcomes: ✅2.3 t CO₂e per hectare in average emissions savings ✅Adapting Verra’s Improved Agricultural Land Management (VM0042) methodology ✅Independently validated & verified by SustainCERT By enabling scope 3 emission reductions and connecting farmers with key stakeholders, this initiative creates real, measurable impact while generating new revenue streams for growers. We look forward to seeing how these innovations scale across other crops and regions! At Viresco Solutions, we specialize in advancing nature-based solutions. If you're looking to quantify agricultural emissions reductions and turn sustainability into a value-add opportunity, let’s connect! 📖 Read the full press release: https://lnkd.in/eJ3NKpRj #CarbonFarming #Scope3 #RegenerativeAgriculture #SustainableFarming #CarbonMarkets #GHGReduction #VerifiedImpactUnits #ClimateSmartAg #ValueChangeInitiative

"Colombia Deforestation Rose 35% in 2024, Minister Says" Deforestation in Colombia surged by 35% in 2024, rebounding from a 23-year low the previous year, largely driven by increased activity in the Amazon region, Environment Minister Susana Muhamad announced on Thursday. The deforested area expanded to 1,070 square kilometers (413 square miles) in 2024, up from just over 792 square kilometers in 2023, following a reduction from approximately 1,235 square kilometers in 2022. "We've observed a rise in 2024 in medium-sized deforestation patches, funded by large capital operations," Muhamad said in Bogota, emphasizing that organized crime, rather than rural communities, was primarily responsible. Check out the article below by clicking the link HERE: https://lnkd.in/duKnPshi #sustainability #environmentalconsulting #deforestation #decarbonize #netzero #carbon #carbonemissions #forests

"Consultation: Tool for Quantifying Organic Carbon Stocks Using Digital Soil Mapping" Verra has launched a public consultation on a draft tool designed for quantifying organic carbon stocks using digital soil mapping within the Verified Carbon Standard (VCS) Program. Open for feedback from February 20 to April 4, 2025, the tool focuses on calibration, validation, and uncertainty estimation. Intended for use alongside the VM0042 Methodology for Improved Agricultural Land Management and other VCS methodologies, the tool supports the measurement of soil organic carbon (SOC) stocks in agricultural lands. To check out the article, click the link below: https://lnkd.in/eqRaP9BP #sustainability #carbon #decarbonize #carbonemissions #envrionmentalconsulting #soilmapping

Check out this infographic on the basics of additionality by Carbon Guild! #sustainability #decarbonize #carbon #additionality #envrionmentalconsulting #climatechange

"Demonstrating Progress Towards Corporate Climate Goals With Value Chain Interventions" To showcase progress toward their climate goals, companies must reduce both their direct emissions and those within their value chains. These emissions, classified as Scope 3 in a company’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) inventory, are calculated using emission factors tied to specific activities, such as purchasing goods and services. Typically, Scope 3 inventories rely on secondary data from generic Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) databases, providing average emission factors at a national or global scale. As a result, a company’s emissions are assessed through inventory accounting, emphasizing year-over-year changes in its emissions profile. To learn more, check out the article below: https://lnkd.in/dW2-a35c #sustainability #environmentalconsulting #decarbonize #carbon #carbonemissions #scope3 #lifecycleassessment

"Mars Pledges $27M USD for Tools, Technology and Cash Incentives to Empower Dairy Farmers to Reduce On-Farm Emissions" Mars, Incorporated is launching a new initiative in collaboration with Fonterra, one of the world's largest dairy suppliers. Supported by a $27 million USD, five-year investment, the Farmer Forward Program is designed to help dairy farmers adopt climate-smart agricultural practices as part of Mars’ commitment to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 50% by 2030, using a 2015 baseline. Roughly half of the investment will go toward funding on-farm tools and technology for approximately 2,000 Fonterra dairy farmers. The remaining funds will be distributed to around 165 farmers each year who demonstrate the most significant progress toward sustainability goals, with individual payouts averaging up to $15,000 USD annually. Click the link below to access the article: https://lnkd.in/ebNfEbvv #sustainability #decarbonize #farm #greenhousegases #carbonemissions #carbonreduction #environmentalconsulting