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Covered establishments must electronically submit their 2026 injury and illness data through OSHA's Injury Tracking Application (ITA) by March 2, 2027.
Read MoreKERAMIDA is proud to have supported the City of Annapolis, Maryland, in developing its newly released 2026 Climate Action Plan, a comprehensive, data-driven strategy to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and advance long-term sustainability.
Read MoreDr. Vicky Keramida returned to Purdue University on October 22 to deliver a Leadership Lecture for the Engineers Without Borders USA Purdue Chapter, sharing what she looks for in the next generation of leaders and why meaning and purpose matter.
Read MoreKERAMIDA is proud to celebrate Rick Cater, Design Engineering Manager, EUE Department, on completing his MBA in Organizational Leadership from Youngstown State University, with honors and a 4.0 GPA.
Read MoreNYSDEC delayed enforcement on six Part 253 deadlines, but 2026 data is still required, and methane-heavy sources may need to re-screen reporting thresholds.
Read MoreOn October 14, 2026, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) published an interim final rule extending the Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP) deadline for Reporting Year 2025 (RY 2025) from October 30, 2026, to March 10, 2027 (91 FR 65112).
Read MoreThe first reporting deadline of California’s Climate Corporate Data Accountability Act (SB 253) is November 10, 2026, now less than one month away.
Read MorePeggy Murphy, Ph.D., Heather Loebner, and Eric Ostern, MBA, join our Senior Advisory Team, bringing more than 75 years of corporate sustainability leadership to our clients.
Read MoreThe EU has finalized its simplified sustainability reporting standards. Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2026/1563 was published on September 21, replacing the existing ESRS annexes, and enters into force on November 10, 2026. The revised standards cut mandatory datapoints by over 60%.
EU companies and non-EU issuers with more than 1,000 employees on average and over 450 million in net turnover remain in CSRD scope. The first CSRD reports are expected in 2028 and should cover FY 2027.
Non-EU companies exceeding 450 million(euros) net turnover generated in the EU and having at least one EU subsidiary or branch with over 200 million(euros) net turnover will report under ESRS-40a (currently in draft, anticipated to be published January 2027), with first reports due in 2029, expected to cover FY 2028.
The revised ESRS applies to financial years beginning with January 1, 2027. The first report comes in 2028, but the data behind it starts on January 1. First-time reporters don’t need prior-year comparatives in year one, but FY 2027 data become the baseline. Emissions, workforce, and value chain data need consistent methods, boundaries, and controls from the start of the year.
No comparative information is required in the first reporting year.
Biodiversity (E5) and the value chain workers, affected communities, and consumers standards (S2 to S4) can be omitted for the first two years.
Most anticipated financial effects are also phased in over two to four years.
Starting in FY 2027, in-scope companies cannot require value chain partners with an average of 1,000 employees or fewer, including non-EU suppliers, to provide information beyond the short list of essential ESG data points in Annex II of the EU’s Voluntary Standard (Delegated Regulation (EU 2026/1560). Supplier data requests for 2027 should be designed around this limit.
Companies already reporting under the existing ESRS may choose between:
The existing ESRS
The ESRS, supplemented by eight specific reliefs from the revised standards
The Revised ESRS in full
Companies must state in their sustainability statement which version they applied.
Confirming whether your organization is in scope under the new thresholds.
Performing and refreshing Double Materiality Assessments against the revised standards.
Collecting, managing, and mapping data against EFRAG’s revised list of data points with a Gap Assessment and Implementation Roadmap.
Supporting companies in closing gaps in the Roadmap with additional sustainability services such as GHG Inventories, ESG training, etc.
New funding opportunities continue to become available for climate action, sustainability, resilience, infrastructure, and community-focused projects. At the same time, application windows, eligibility requirements, and available funding can vary significantly by program.
KERAMIDA's team tracks federal, state, and regional funding opportunities to help keep clients informed of programs that may support current or planned projects. Below are several opportunities to be aware of, including upcoming application deadlines and programs that remain open on a rolling or ongoing basis.
Questions about an opportunity below? KERAMIDA's team is available to help determine how a program may apply to your project. Talk to our team.
KERAMIDA recently attended the 2026 Midwest US-Japan Association Conference. The annual event serves as the principal forum on the growth of bilateral trade and investment between the Midwest and Japan, celebrating over 50 years of US/Japan relations.
Read MoreThis year, four KERAMIDA leaders completed ADVISA's Leadership Fundamentals program, which focuses on developing skills in self-awareness, communication, hard conversations, team dynamics, driving results, and leading through change. This month, they graduated.
Read MoreAt our latest team-building event, organized by Vanessa Santiago, HR Manager, KERAMIDA staff went head-to-head in an apple-peeling contest, an ice cream sundae-building challenge, and the classic tallest spaghetti tower, built from nothing but dry spaghetti, tape, string, and a marshmallow. The scores stayed close throughout. Read the full recap and see who took home the win.
Read MoreOn August 26, 2026, KERAMIDA welcomed clients, friends, and colleagues to our Indianapolis headquarters for our annual “Day at the Park” Environmental, Health & Safety, and Sustainability Conference.
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On September 1, 2026, The California Air Resources Board (CARB) released multiple resources for the CARB proposed November 10, 2026 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reporting deadline, required by Senate Bill (SB) 253. The key update is the introduction of two submittal options for 2026 reporting: a new voluntary Report Intake Platform, and the ability to submit reports and contact information via email.
New CARB Resources
A voluntary 2026 Report Intake Platform that entities may choose to use. Use of this platform is not mandatory. Entities may also email emissions reports and contact information to climatedisclosure@arb.ca.gov.
A video tutorial of the voluntary report intake platform
Acceptable Reporting Formats for 2026
Entities may satisfy their 2026 reporting obligation by:
Submitting an existing annual report that includes Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions.
Submitting existing Scope 1 and Scope 2 data already reported to other programs or voluntary initiatives.
Using CARB’s Draft Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG Reporting Template for reporting Scope 1 and Scope 2 data.
Submitting a statement of non-reporting (on company letterhead) if the entity was not collecting, and was not planning to collect, Scope 1 and Scope 2 data as of December 5, 2024, when the Enforcement Notice was issued.
Emissions reports, non-reporting statements, and contact information may be submitted via the voluntary 2026 Report Intake Platform or emailed to climatedisclosure@arb.ca.gov. All emission reports or statements of non-reporting will be made public.
Key Clarifications
Minimum reporting scope: For 2026, reporting entities submitting reports are only required to provide their annual Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additional details – methodology descriptions, data sources, global warming potential (GWP) values, emission factors, organizational boundaries, disaggregated emissions data by category and gas, and any assumptions used – are optional, not required.
Reporting template is voluntary: CARB’s Draft Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG Reporting Template, posted on October 10, 2025, may be used, but its use is not mandatory for this cycle.
CARB will still accept submissions whether or not assurance has been obtained for the 2026 cycle.
CARB is currently developing the reporting requirements for 2027, and this guidance only applies to the 2026 reporting cycle.
Contact Erica at: eskowron@keramida.com
KERAMIDA is pleased to welcome Mike Lancioni as President. With more than 35 years of executive leadership experience, including his role as President of Cardno's $250M Science & Environment Division, Mr. Lancioni brings a proven record of driving strategic growth and organizational performance to KERAMIDA.
Read MoreKERAMIDA is pleased to share two significant updates within our Safety & Industrial Health Services team. Dan Engling, CIH, CSP, MS, transitions to Senior Technical Advisor, bringing his expertise to a new capacity within KERAMIDA, while Carson Brown, CSP, steps into the Senior Vice President role.
Read MoreHistoric flooding across Indiana raises mold risk fast. Learn what to salvage, what to remove, and how to protect your property before remediation.
Read MoreSara Burriss has stepped into an expanded role leading KERAMIDA's event program from strategy through execution, including CRM administration, business development operations, and industry association representation. A former Client Communications Manager, Sara recently completed her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus in Marketing.
Read MoreRead this Client Alert on GHG Protocol and ISO's plan to merge into a single global carbon accounting standard. This update also covers results from the Scope 2 public consultation and early feedback on the new Actions and Market Instruments (AMI) reporting proposal. Here's what it could mean for your company's GHG reporting going forward.
Read MoreKERAMIDA is a global, multidisciplinary Sustainability and EHS consulting firm grounded in evidence-based research and development. Founded in 1988 by Dr. Vicky Keramida, our engineers, scientists, and technical experts advise financial institutions, industry, businesses, and governments worldwide on strategy, implementation, compliance, reporting, training, community engagement, and assurance. With offices and professionals based throughout the U.S., we provide comprehensive environmental compliance, health & safety, sustainability, and engineering services for clients worldwide.
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