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Learn what science says about climate change’s causes, impacts and solutions — especially for business.
Climate Change
The weather patterns on our planet are changing, influenced by human activities such as burning fossil fuels and wasteful industrial processes. The consequences threaten human health, ecosystems, and the economy – yet opportunities exist as well.
Many businesses are responding by seeking to:
Understand how the climate is changing and specific relevant impacts
Reduce or mitigate their contribution to climate change (actions sometimes called “Net Zero”)
Adapt their business to gain resilience, recognizing that climate change will alter physical, social, and economic systems
Restore ecological systems, moving from “less harm” to “more good” (sometimes called “regeneration”).
NBS helps businesses on this journey. Our resources provide guidance on preparing for a different world – and shaping the world that we seek. This page aims to help you navigate them by connecting articles to key questions – taking you on a knowledge journey through climate change in the business context.
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Table of Contents
What is Climate Change?
Understand the fundamental concepts of climate change and its impact on ecosystems, economies, and human well-being. Learn how businesses can play a role in mitigating the crisis, and adapting to its impacts.
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Climate change is already impacting businesses physically and financially. Here’s how you can manage the risks and seize opportunities.
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Many businesses are setting a “net zero” target to help address climate change. Find out how to tackle net zero in your company.
How to Adapt to Climate Change
Climate change adaptation efforts can be difficult to plan and implement. Explore practical guidance to help your organization adapt to the challenges posed by climate change.
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Managers can learn from different strategies when considering how to deal with climate change in their business.
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Learn four steps your business can take to prepare for an era of extreme climate and weather events.
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Accountants are more than bean counters. At Horizon Utilities, they are leaders on climate change adaptation.
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Climate change is threatening grape production in Chile. Learn 10 tips for climate adaptation and how one company is building resilience.
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More frequent wildfires are damaging grapes in California. Wineries are sourcing grapes from more vineyards to reduce risk – and it’s paying off.
How to Reduce Climate Impact on Supply Chains
Supply chains are full of opportunities to reduce climate impact. Explore effective strategies to measure, report, and lower the impact throughout the supply chain.
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As climate change hits global supply chains, supply chain researchers aren’t providing the guidance needed. Leading scholars identify how that can change.
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To reduce your supply chain carbon emissions, partner with your Transportation and Logistics providers. Their broad lens can reveal opportunities.
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Calculating scope 3 emissions is challenging. Building relationships among your suppliers and customers can help.
Advocating for Climate Action in Business
Corporate leaders and employees can inspire others to take action in businesses. Find resources to help you motivate change through your organization.
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Talking about climate change can help inspire change. Dr. Katharine Hayhoe offers 4 tips for conversations that motivate action.
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Who to talk to and what to say to motivate climate action at work.
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When a firm loses money because of climate change, so does its investors. New research shows how investors can lower climate risk and improve impact.
How Businesses Can Shape Climate Policy
Working internally isn’t enough to have meaningful impact on a global crisis. Businesses have an important role to play in enabling progressive climate policies. Learn how and why to get involved.
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In the US alone, fossil fuel supporters spend $500 million per year on lobbying, mostly to block low-carbon policy. Here’s how to help balance the scales.
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The right government policy can trigger a transition away from fossil fuels. Learn best practices for low-carbon policy.
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Michael Toffel and Auden Schendler urge companies to address climate change through political action as well as operational improvements.
How to Embed Justice in the Climate Transition
Transitioning to a clean economy is necessary – but that doesn’t make it easy. Companies need to take care to ensure no one is left behind in the process. Learn what that can look like across geographies.
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African countries can thrive amidst climate change. But the international community needs to support a Just Transition. Climate expert Eunice Sampson explains.
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As countries transition to greener economies, workers may struggle. Denmark and Canada show how to help workers and businesses prosper through change.
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Five steps can ease the climate transition for those most affected by a changing electricity market: low-income consumers and coal plant workers.
Addressing Barriers to Climate Action
While many are united in the pursuit of a livable climate future, others still pose barriers. Climate skepticism, denial, and deception remain significant challenges. Learn more about the forces at play, and how to combat them.
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I turned LinkedIn into an opportunity to engage with climate change skeptics. Here’s what I learned.
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People have valid questions about climate change causes, impacts, and solutions. Here are evidence-informed answers.
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Oil and gas companies communicate about their ‘ambitious’ climate goals. But they are not taking nearly enough action.
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Here’s how Arla Foods is taking realistic action now, while planning for radical future change.
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When a firm loses money because of climate change, so does its investors. New research shows how investors can lower climate risk and improve impact.
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Leaders from international organizations share resources and services for educators teaching sustainability in business schools. Learn how they can support you!
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Sustainability challenges are urgent. Can solutions come quickly? The answer depends on the reach and radicalness of the innovation.