A few weeks ago we outlined the current limitations of using AI to help you choose a carbon calculator, and gave some tips on a good approach. Today we explore affordable AI ESG tools for small business sustainability compliance – examining which solutions deliver real value without breaking your budget. According to the UN Global […]
Got caught off guard by a client asking for your sustainability policy? You’re not alone. Here’s exactly how to respond professionally – even if you’re just getting started. The reality check: You’re in the middle of a promising client conversation when they drop the question: “Can you share your company’s sustainability policy and environmental action plan?” Your
Practical advice and a sustainability checklist for solo sustainability professionals trying to make a difference—without burning out. Let’s be real: ESG is massive. Climate change, social impact, regulatory compliance, supply chains, net zero… it can feel like the whole world is on your shoulders—especially when you are the entire sustainability team. If you’ve ever thought,
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We have to say it: your sustainability report is probably putting people to sleep. You need to know how to communicate sustainability data to stakeholders effectively, but right now your important sustainability progress is probably lost in technical jargon. You’ve got important sustainability progress to share, but “we reduced emissions by 23%” doesn’t exactly inspire
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The reality: ESG requests for professional services are now standard If you run a consulting firm, accounting practice, law office, or any professional service business, you’ve likely received that email: a client asking for your EcoVadis score, CDP report, or another ESG assessment. ESG requests for professional services have evolved from a “nice-to-have” to table
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At Howtoesg, we’re all about working smarter, not harder—especially when it comes to using AI for sustainability. So we ran an experiment: could AI help us quickly find the best carbon calculators for small businesses? We tested four leading AI tools—ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and Perplexity—to see if they could consistently recommend suitable carbon calculators that
Recycling is often the first step businesses take on their sustainability journey. It’s visible, easy to implement, and makes people feel like they’re doing the right thing. But here’s the uncomfortable truth: Most of what we “recycle” still ends up in landfill. Unless you’ve built a sophisticated circular system with true closed-loop infrastructure, your recycling
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We also just launched our courses database! Whether you’re diving into ESRS reporting, exploring sustainable finance, or want to strengthen your leadership skills in light of today’s sustainability challenges, our new searchable course database helps you quickly find the right providers. Filter by: Topic Format (online, hybrid, in-person) Accreditation type Hot course topics right now: ESRS reporting, climate change, sustainability
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In January we launched our brand new sustainability freelancers database! You know that moment when you need a sustainability expert but don’t want to commit to a big consulting firm? Our new freelancer database is the answer. Find experts who: Charge less (no fancy office overhead!) Move quickly when you need them Offer specialized expertise (like that supply chain
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Let’s be frank – it’s a challenging time for sustainability professionals. For some of us, this may even feel unprecedented. Here’s what’s helping our community stay focused during these turbulent times: Remember your ‘why’ Environmental and social risks aren’t going anywhere (just ask the US home insurance industry) The fundamentals haven’t changed, even if the
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