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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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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The GHG Protocol’s Role in Meeting GHG Reporting Requirements

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The GHG Protocol’s Role in Meeting GHG Reporting Requirements

Many evolving sustainability reporting requirements drive GHG reporting, but the GHG Protocol generally underpins all regulatory requirements. The key word here is “interoperability” meaning that if you disclose using the GHG Protocol, you are off to a great start for meeting nuanced jurisdictional or regulatory needs. Read this article to learn how the GHG Protocol integrates with mandatory emissions reporting.

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Developing A Credible Climate Transition Plan

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Developing A Credible Climate Transition Plan

With the increased scrutiny on transition planning, it is important to consider what a credible Climate Transition Plan entails and how the term and expectations are evolving. Read this article to learn about the gold standard framework by the Transition Plan Taskforce and the first steps you should take to develop a credible Climate Transition Plan.

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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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