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Last month, Planet FWD attended the 2024 MIT Energy & Climate Hack. The room was filled with enthusiasm and hope for climate solutions, gathering together participants with diverse backgrounds and skills coming from across the country and world. 60 teams of students thought through how their solution would work for their target audiences for a variety of challenges. Planet FWD’s challenge, led by Abhi Rao, our Engineer Lead, was to combine computer vision with Planet FWD's APIs and data to estimate carbon footprints for products you could find while walking down an aisle in a grocery store. We were so impressed with the passion and determination of the participants in the room, all feverishly working toward creating winning solutions. Ultimately, Team "Carbonara” won the Planet FWD challenge. Their compelling pitch and working prototype consisted of an app that would partner with grocery chains and let consumers get deals for completing challenges like identifying the lowest carbon footprint product. They also designed functionality to allow users to scan any product in a grocery store and get an estimated carbon footprint.  Winning 2nd overall prize for the entire event, we left feeling inspired by the brilliant young minds from our winning team, Constantin Weberpals, Pietro Belligoli, Annabelle Paradise, Aron S., Michal Starý, and all the students who participated. One thing is for sure, hope for a better future was alive and well in that room, and our team left energized and excited about the solutions that will be created by driven students like the ones who participated in the hackathon. You can watch the full judging ceremony here: https://lnkd.in/eHz9rH3w

At Planet FWD, we’re building a future where sustainability is the norm. Every granola bar, sneaker and mascara tells a story—of ingredients and materials, origins, and impacts. At Planet FWD, we empower brands to understand and transform that story by tackling one of the toughest challenges in sustainability: reducing Scope 3 emissions. Using machine learning and our robust ingredient and material-level carbon database, we provide companies with precise carbon profiles, enabling them to identify emission hotspots and take targeted action. We make sustainability actionable for brands large and small. We believe sustainability isn’t just for the giants—it’s for everyone. That’s why we partner with forward-thinking companies like Just Salad and Numi Organic Tea, while ensuring our tools work for businesses of all sizes. Every decision matters and every person and every organization has the right to be a part of the solution. Together, we’re building a table of the future—one that’s better for people and the planet. 🌱 Explore how we’re creating change here: https://lnkd.in/ekhGB-rt Thanks for supporting and spotlighting our work, Mastercard!

Want to hit the ground running with supplier engagement in 2025? 🎯 In this week's FWD Focus, we give you an inside look at how companies are automating their supplier data collection for faster emissions reductions. Watch our quick demo to see how companies with complex supply chains are transforming their data collection approach with Planet FWD ⬇️ #sustainability #supplierengagement #scope3 #supplierdata

Sustainability leaders, it’s time to elevate your reports from data dumps to meaningful narratives. In today’s world, the numbers matter, but the story shows the power of your impact.  Planet FWD’s new guide, "Preparing for Your 2024 Sustainability Report," covers everything you need to create a standout report that builds trust and drives engagement. You’ll learn how to connect metrics with your company’s mission, align sustainability with business goals, and turn verified data into stories that resonate with your audience. This guide delves into: ✔️ Strategic Storytelling: Linking your sustainability goals to tangible business value. ✔️ Building Trust Through Data: Using third-party verification to establish credibility. ✔️ Crafting a Compelling Narrative: Turning numbers into stories that inspire. ✔️ Transparent Progress Tracking: Honest communication on successes and challenges. Ready to make your sustainability journey resonate? Check out the full guide here: https://lnkd.in/eASMpwnp

Reducing Scope 3 emissions starts with strong supplier partnerships.  That’s why we’re interviewing the experts in our new bite-size series on on engaging suppliers to drive emissions reductions. In the latest edition, we heard from Elaine Hsu, Allison Koehle and Charlie Quann on how they’ve successfully helped companies reduce their emissions. From focusing on the highest emissions contributors to leveraging farm-level data, these strategies are transforming supply chain sustainability. The real-world examples shared illustrate the power of collaboration, transparency, and impactful data use in meeting climate targets. Hear their insights here: https://lnkd.in/eZfHY9cW

For consumer companies, tackling Scope 3 carbon accounting can feel like a massive task. This step-by-step approach covers: 🌍 Why Carbon Accounting Matters: Essential for compliance, investor confidence, and customer expectations. 🔍 Scope Insights: Practical breakdowns of Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions and where they most impact consumer industries. 🏃 From Crawl to Run: Move from basic data collection to advanced, targeted decarbonization efforts with clear stages. Planet FWD’s platform streamlines data gathering, supplier engagement, and regulatory reporting, offering consumer companies a customized roadmap to sustainability. 📖 Ready to simplify your Scope 3 journey? Dive into the details here: https://lnkd.in/eB7aKpRC

Scope 3 emissions reduction is crucial for climate impact, but achieving it requires deep collaboration across supply chains. But companies like Just Salad are proving it’s worth the work. Alexandra Harden dives into the impactful supply chain swaps the leading salad chain has made to address Scope 3 emissions. Planet FWD's latest blog delves into how companies like Just Salad are effectively partnering with suppliers to drive meaningful decarbonization. You’ll also hear from Planet FWD expert Miranda Gorman, Ph.D. on how strong supplier relationships, transparency, and data-driven choices can accelerate your company’s climate goals, bringing you one step closer to a net-zero future. Read more and watch the video series here: https://lnkd.in/exStUeJN 

Sustainability leaders, it's time to craft a 2024 Impact Report that tells your sustainability story and builds trust. In our latest FWD Focus newsletter, we show you how to turn numbers into narratives that resonate. Learn how to: 📊 Align your sustainability efforts with business strategy 📈 Quantify your impact with precision 🎯 Engage stakeholders through powerful storytelling Plus, get our comprehensive guide: "Preparing for Your 2024 Sustainability Report" - your roadmap to standout sustainability reporting. Take your 2024 report from good to great. #SustainabilityReporting #ESG #ImpactReport #CorporateResponsibility

Headed to the Textile Exchange Conference next week? Kayalin Akens-Irby, Planet FWD’s Head of Growth will be there to discuss the systemic change and action the fashion industry needs and how we can enable sustainable sourcing and materials innovation. The annual conference, which brings together leaders and experts from across the fashion, textile, and apparel industry, provides a space for these conversations and to explore solutions. If you’re headed to Pasadena and would like to talk about how Planet FWD is helping fashion companies mitigate the impact of the supply chains, reach out! We’d love to see you in person. 

Join us tomorrow at Sustainable Brands for an insightful discussion on the role of brands in sustainability claims. In this session, experts from the field will dive into the latest marketplace data, consumer response, and best practices for communicating these complex claims effectively. Key Takeaways: 💡 Learn how to work with and communicate complex sustainability claims 💡 Understand consumer perception and response to new terminology 💡 Discover strategies for navigating trade-offs and avoiding backlash Panelists: Joseph O'Connor of Applegate Christina Lampert of HowGood Moderated by Kayalin Akens-Irby of Planet FWD ⏰ When: 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM 📍 Where: Pacific Ballroom C #Sustainability #Marketing #CPG #FoodandBeverage #Regenerative #LowCarbon #CleanLabel https://lnkd.in/e9uN84hq