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Having climate anxiety? Wondering how we as tech workers, can pave the path to net zero within our organizations? We have some answers, join Manisha Priyadarshini and Drew Wilkinson Seattle for a coffee chat - drinks on us. Big Tech’s Path to Carbon Net Zero: how we can make climate part of our job. Sign up here https://lu.ma/e6hdjqk7 When: Thursday, 11-12 pm pt  Where: Victrola Coffee Capitol Hill We’ll hear examples at Amazon, GitHub, and Microsoft from the perspectives of ERG leaders, architects, and Program managers for sustainability initiatives 🌱 through open sourcing nature based solutions 👣 volunteering that lowers our carbon footprint  ☁️ influencing net zero policies

Did you know that Google, Meta, Microsoft, and Salesforce have joined forces to launch the Symbiosis Coalition? This group of corporate buyers aims to accelerate high-quality nature-based carbon removals. By setting benchmarks, sharing best practices, and pooling demand for carbon removal credits, they're working towards a more sustainable future. Google’s Carbon Credits and Removals Lead Randy Spock, Sustainability Lead Adam Elman, and Mike Werner, Head of Sustainability Programmes & Innovation share more about the coalition #Sustainability #ClimateAction #NatureBasedSolutions

Hey LinkedIn! A lot of exciting things have been happening lately, and I wanted to catch up with all of you (more like trying to win back the Linkedin algorithm) 😉 What have I been up to? - I always say that I have a foot in climate tech but never enter the door. So, at the beginning of the year, I decided to take action and joined the Climate Drift Accelerator. Now that I have completed it, I can say that I not only gained incredible insights into the climate tech landscape but also acquired a whole framework on how I should approach it. My main focus has been on circular economy, sustainability and system change. I even wrote an article on greenwashing. Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/ewFVkeaW - I've been attending some amazing events, like ClimateHack Amsterdam, which was a great source of inspiration and knowledge. Thanks to the great presentations by BeZero Carbon, SeaO2, and Skytree, I was able to elevate my understanding of carbon capture to a different level. If you want to know more, make sure to follow them. - As part of my continuous efforts to explore the sustainability industry and critically examine the evolution of it and the implications with the Global South, I attended the "Should I Stay or Should I Go" workshop from POSSIBLE FUTURES Decolonial Collective. What a breath of fresh air it was! The workshop's structure allowed me to absorb the information before sharing it with others. The prompts showed me different perspectives without forcing me to pick a side. It was inclusive for all the participants. It showed me a new way of approach these topics and be true to me and the planet. Stay tuned for my next posts where I'll share what I am currently working on! Image according to DallE this is the intersection of climate, gender and innovation 😉 ................................................................................. Follow along on this virtual ride as I explore the intersection of climate, gender, and innovation. You'd like to talk further about these topics? Drop me a message and let's chat.

What does Google's CSO think about AI and its implications on Climate Change Initiatives? As we forge ahead towards a greener future, sustainability has become the cornerstone of global efforts. At the forefront of this mission is Kate Brandt, Google's Chief Sustainability Officer, who has been instrumental in making Google's operations and products more eco-friendly. 1) Carbon Neutrality: One of the major accomplishments spearheaded by Kate Brandt was making Google's operations carbon neutral since 2007. She led efforts to reduce the company's carbon footprint, match 100% of its electricity use with renewable energy sources, and utilize high-quality carbon credits to offset remaining emissions. 2) Leveraging AI for Sustainability: Kate recognized the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a powerful tool for accelerating climate action and sustainability. Under her leadership, Google implemented AI solutions across various sectors to optimize resource management and environmental conservation. For example, machine learning algorithms were used to optimize truck routes, saving tens of millions of gallons of fuel annually for UPS. AI was also applied to traffic-light sequencing in Hamburg, Germany, reducing emissions by about 10%. 3) Advocacy for Sustainability: Beyond her role at Google, Kate Brandt has been a leading advocate for sustainability and climate action. Her experience as the U.S. government's first chief sustainability officer during the Obama administration gave her a unique perspective on the importance of sustainability at a national level. #Sustainability #ClimateAction #NetZeroFuture #AIforGood #Environment #GreenTech #Google #SustainableBusiness #ClimateActionNow #FutureForward #SustainableLiving #EcoFriendly #GreenInnovations #AIinSustainability #ClimateSolutions #GreenLeadership #PositiveImpact https://lnkd.in/gkhAn3Cq

As we celebrate #WorldEnvironmentDay, I'm reminded of the progress Microsoft has made towards our 2030 goals: becoming carbon negative, water positive, and zero waste.   After diving into our 2024 Environmental Sustainability Report, it's clear that unity is essential to address our planet's climate challenges.   I'm so proud of our work to preserve and restore ecosystems, surpassing our land protection target by more than 40%. It's exciting to see such momentum as we begin to incorporate AI to gather deeper insights into the health of the environment!   Explore the full report to see how our customers, partners, and innovative technology are shaping a sustainable future. https://lnkd.in/dqPZUmeU   #ClimateAction #EcoInnovation

🌿 Uncover Your Impact: Powered Sustainability 📊 Explore how KPMG Powered Enterprise Sustainability, in collaboration with Microsoft, boosts the success of tech-driven sustainability initiatives. 🌍 Join us at Microsoft Ignite for live demos and shape the future of environmental solutions by @Guido Sicuro and @Hosein Hamedtavasoli!

In creating and capturing value, sustainability has to come in across the diffrent sectors of life not just in technology.#sustainability #sdgs #Google #valuecreation

On the heels of #EarthDay, it's just as important to reflect and act throughout Earth Month and beyond! Microsoft's goal to become carbon negative by 2030 is a powerful reminder that the #tech industry's efforts to combat climate change must extend beyond a single day to make a real impact. Learn about the industry's ongoing #sustainability journey on our blog.

What are some of Google’s climate promises? Can a massive company like Google operate on 24/7 carbon-free energy? From decarbonizing campuses to decreasing airline contrails and AI-powered recommendation of fuel-efficient map routes, Sundar Pichai unravels their sustainability commitments in the following video: https://lnkd.in/gn_u8Nqu #carbonless #decarbonization #google

A couple of weeks ago, I went to the #ClimateImpactSummit. Here's what I learned. ⬇️ When climate comms cropped up as a topic for discussion, my ears pricked up! To grow the climate tech impact beyond the sustainability ecosystem is key. 🗝️ The climate tech industry needs buy-in from stakeholders outside of the climate bubble if it wants to grow. 📈 The more that understand and buy the products, the bigger the positive climate impact. However, the media often presents climate change as a far away scientific, complicated concept. They forget it impacts everything. Here, the media ecosystem fails us. 😓 But there are plenty of ways to successfully and effectively position your climate brand. Here's how: 🌱 Rely on storytelling, not facts and stats. Stories are 20% more likely to be remembered than facts. 🌱 Connect the people to the problem. Break it down, make it relatable and don't be afraid to be vulnerable. 🌱 Position climate as a business value added initiative. Show how being engaged in climate-positive impact can save and make money. 💸 I believe the future is tech and climate. And the answer to bridging the gap between climate innovators and various commercial stakeholders is effective brand positioning and marketing. Shout out to Kelli Corney │ Jo Ruxton MBE │ Jenna Brown │ Joi Lee │and moderator Jodi Olson for an awesome panel discussion. If you're a climate tech venture ready to build your reputation organically and set your business up for sustainable, long-term growth - get in touch! Drop me a DM or email: polina@plcomms.uk 💌 #B2BMarketing #ClimateTech #ClimateComms