What’s New this Month:
Sustainability Summer School
Setting the Stage for COP
COP30 is calling on business to act — here’s what this means for your company and how you can prepare for November.
Recognizing the need to move beyond commitments, the COP30 Presidency has called on business and other non-State actors to contribute to the global action agenda and show how they are implementing the goals of the Paris Agreement. We are officially in the era of implementation – from moving towards clean energy to using nature-based solutions and sending finance where it is needed most.
At EDF, we know implementation can be the hardest part of the journey, but here are some of the actions companies can start taking today to work towards longer-term goals:
Renewable energy is still the future
To reach global net zero goals, we’ll need to dramatically cut greenhouse gas emissions from fossil fuels and other sources by transitioning to clean energy. Despite global uncertainty and U.S. setbacks of the energy tax provisions, the IEA reports that 2025 investment in renewables will double that of coal, oil and natural gas. What’s more, the rise of data centers, carbon markets and AI are predicted to drive renewable growth.
Focusing on the long-term benefits of renewables, both for energy security and business, is key as we enter COP30. The private sector can use the power of markets and technology to drive down their emissions quickly and affordably. This can look like:
Drive demand for clean energy across the grid.
Assessing implementation options, including on-site and off-site generation.
Take full advantage of the funding options while still available and see the Clean Energy Business Network’s comprehensive breakdown of where the credits now stand.
For Scope 3 Emissions: Supporting your suppliers in adopting renewable energy or improving efficiency benefits both their operations and yours. Lowering their energy costs can also strengthen your value chain’s resilience to climate risks and fuel price volatility. Check it out!
Nature-based solutions cannot be overlooked
The cost of ecosystem collapse? A $2.7 trillion hit to global GDP by 2030. Nature action boosts climate mitigation, which can help secure business longevity and provide a competitive advantage. By aligning your business with nature, you can enhance climate performance, drive innovation and secure longterm growth.
The Nature Navigator tool released at COP29, guides companies and financial institutions on how to incorporate nature solutions into net zero plans.
Go Deeper: Research by EDF and partners reviewed 40+ nature-based climate-solutions – like tropical reforestation & seaweed farming – and assessed how well each can be measured for climate mitigation contribution. Companies should use our guidance to determine what solutions to invest in. Key takeaway for COP conversations? Investing in tropical & temperate forests can help support the highest-confidence climate solutions!
Financing the transition: Aligning climate strategy with enterprise-level decision making
COP30 is calling for solution implementation. But successful implementation requires a climate-aligned corporate strategy that directs investment towards projects that build a more resilient business and reduce risk, while also cutting emissions. Through net zero strategies, you can secure your supply chains and protect business continuity by mitigating risks from extreme weather, achieve cost savings and secure a competitive advantage. Find your business case for action with our resources:
Sustainability in Business Models
Explore our series featuring solution implementation at Colgate-Palmolive and Dell Technologies on packaging, energy and water efficiency and more.
Green Growth in Europe
The European Union, like many other countries and businesses, has a longterm target for climate neutrality in 2050. See success stories of European companies that have made progress in reducing their emissions while growing their profits.
That’s all for this month. See you next time!

Start Your Journey to Net Zero: Find a Pathway
How do you get buy-in to set a net zero goal? What happens after you’ve made a climate commitment? How do you start tackling emissions in your operations or supply chain? Follow our pathways to access actionable guidance on accelerating your company’s net zero journey.
