CARB SB 253 & SB 261 Workshop: The Critical Points Summarized

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CARB SB 253 & SB 261 Workshop: The Critical Points Summarized

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) hosted a 4-hour virtual workshop on August 21st, outlining proposed updates to the compliance requirements of SB 253 and SB 261. These changes will significantly shape how companies prepare for compliance. This post shares the most important takeaways from CARB’s proposed guidance, including:

  1. Climate Scenario Analysis (CSA) and Greenhouse Gas (GHG) inventory requirements diminished for SB 261

  2. Updated timelines for SB 261 and SB 253

  3. New fee requirements

  4. “Doing Business in California” still undefined

This article concludes with a legal update on the status of pending lawsuits related to SB 253 and SB 261 – covering the likelihood of the rules passing court challenges, potential changes, and the possible penalties under phased compliance.

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CDP 2025: Can Mock Scoring Boost Your Score Before September?

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CDP 2025: Can Mock Scoring Boost Your Score Before September?

Despite the strategic importance of a strong CDP score, many companies struggle with the complexity and evolving requirements of the process. Read this article to learn how a full CDP disclosure mock scoring can help you avoid surprises and improve your score.

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SB 261 Compliance Countdown: What California Businesses Must Do Now

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SB 261 Compliance Countdown: What California Businesses Must Do Now

With the first SB 261 reports due by January 1, 2026, it is key that businesses understand the bill’s compliance requirements to prepare effectively. The easy-to-follow roadmap in this article will help companies put an actionable plan into place to prepare for compliance and meet the upcoming deadline.

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Structuring Your Approach to CSRD: 10 Key Steps

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Structuring Your Approach to CSRD: 10 Key Steps

Companies subject to CSRD cannot approach it as a check-the-box exercise. The directive establishes a new baseline for transparency and ESG accountability, mandating detailed, verifiable data across ESG pillars. Navigating the complex and data-heavy regulatory requirements of CSRD requires a clear, phased approach. Get started now with these 10 practical steps.

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California's New Climate Laws Take Effect

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California's New Climate Laws Take Effect

California’s SB 253, SB 261, and AB 1305 represent a notable change not only in California's climate policy and regulatory requirements but, more importantly, in the expected national regulatory framework, with compliance implications for many corporations. Read this article to learn how these new climate regulations may impact your company.

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