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Recent GHG Articles
Greenhouse Gas Emission Disclosures in Real Estate Contracts and Beyond
By Stuart Kaplow|2023-07-23T17:26:15-04:00Saturday, July 22nd, 2023|Categories: Environmental Law|Tags: building energy performance standard, contract disclsoure, GHG, greenhouse gas, Kaplow, Stuart Kaplow|
As concerns about climate change move from mainstream society to businesses large and small, the significance of greenhouse gas emissions and specifically the move to decarbonize economies across the globe is receiving increased attention. In response, both voluntary and mandatory GHG emission disclosures in contracts ...
The Power of Methane: Why Tackling Emissions Is Key to Curbing Climate Change
By Stuart Kaplow|2023-07-08T21:59:54-04:00Saturday, July 8th, 2023|Categories: Environmental Law|Tags: carbon dioxide, climate change, compost, GHG, global warming, greenhouse gas, Kaplow, methane, methane emissions, Stuart Kaplow|
When it comes to combating climate change and reducing greenhouse gas emissions, the focus has primarily been on carbon dioxide emissions, however among increasing numbers of those expert in one or more of the natural or physical sciences, the case for prioritizing the reduction or ...
The Positive Side of Green Hushing: Averting Backlash and Enhancing Corporate Sustainability
By Stuart Kaplow|2023-06-26T18:52:11-04:00Saturday, June 24th, 2023|Categories: Environmental Law|Tags: ESG, GHG, green hushing, greenwashing, Kaplow, Stuart Kaplow|
In today's world, where environmental, social, and governance (ESG) concerns are gaining significant attention, companies are increasingly being scrutinized not only for their impact on the planet and society but also for their messaging. As a result, some organizations have adopted a strategy of "green ...
Courts Asked to Compel Government Action on Climate Change
By Stuart Kaplow|2023-08-15T20:10:02-04:00Saturday, June 17th, 2023|Categories: Environmental Law|Tags: climate change, GHG, global warming, Held v. State of Montana, Kaplow, Stuart Kaplow|
After this article was published, on August 14, 2023, Judge Kathy Seeley ruled in favor of the 16 youth plaintiffs in Held v. State of Montana, in a 103 page decision declaring that the state of Montana violated the youth’s constitutional rights, including their rights ...
The Evolution of Environmental Offsets: From Indulgences to Greenhouse Gas Emission Reductions
By Stuart Kaplow|2023-06-11T17:04:54-04:00Sunday, June 11th, 2023|Categories: Environmental Law|Tags: compost, environmental offset, food waste, GHG, greenhouse gas, indulgence, Kaplow, offset, Stuart Kaplow|
In the face of concerns over global climate change, finding effective solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions has become a pressing priority. Alongside direct mitigation efforts, environmental offsets have emerged as a critical tool in the battle against climate change. The concept of offsets, although ...
Commercial PACE: Filing the Financing Gap for GHG Reductions in Commercial Building
By Stuart Kaplow|2023-05-21T12:26:12-04:00Saturday, May 20th, 2023|Categories: Environmental Law|Tags: Commercial PACE, GHG, Kaplow, PACE, Stuart Kaplow|
As the business world grapples with demands to combat climate change, the role of commercial buildings in reducing greenhouse gas emissions has come into sharp focus. Commercial properties account for a significant portion of global emissions, making it crucial to find innovative ways to fund ...
Maryland Releases Draft GHG Regulations to Implement SB 528
By Stuart Kaplow|2023-05-14T18:22:43-04:00Saturday, May 13th, 2023|Categories: Environmental Law|Tags: Climate Solutions Now Act of 2022, direct GHG emissions, GHG, Kaplow, Portfolio Manager, SB 528, Stuart Kaplow|
In a proactive move toward reducing greenhouse gas emissions from buildings in the state, the Maryland Department of the Environment has today released draft regulations to implement key aspects of Senate Bill 528 of 2022 – The Climate Solutions Now Act of 2022. This blog ...
Do You Own Your GHG Emission Data?
By Stuart Kaplow|2023-06-26T11:38:28-04:00Sunday, April 16th, 2023|Categories: Environmental Law|Tags: ESG, GHG, GHG data, GHG emission data, greenhouse gas, greenhouse gas data, Kaplow, Stuart Kaplow|
As governments and businesses alike try to measure their carbon footprint and strive to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions to limit the damage caused by climate change, there is increased interest in GHG emissions data. GHG emissions data is hugely important, including that ownership can ...