This issue brief examines the potential impacts of climate changes on business, risks and opportunities, the business case for adaptation planning, and highlights areas in which business could have a role in promoting adaption, both at community and global levels. (World Business Council for Sustainable Development) Download now (PDF)...

This best practice guide, the result of a joint research project undertaken by IBM and the Carbon Disclosure Project, reads like a "who's who" of carbon-management leaders in the U.K. Find case studies from Aviva, Centrica, Scottish and Southern Energy, Tesco, Thomson Reuters TNT, and Unilever, among others. Download now (PDF)...

While there are risks for the forest products industry, it largely stands to gain from efforts to address global warming due to new opportunities for sustainable forestry, according to this report from the World Resources Institute. Download now (PDF)...

This online tool allows customers to compare the carbon footprint of their existing printer fleet to that of a new, optimized fleet (supplied by HP, of course) to understand how they can reduce their impact on the environment. The calculator assesses printer energy and paper use, the carbon impact of usage and associated monetary costs based on geographical energy assessments.

This guide aims to help industrial facilities — from traditional manufacturing to high-tech data centers — cut energy use, save money, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. While the scope and size of industrial facilities varies widely, there are similar systems used throughout, and similar strategies for saving energy. The guide explains how to plan an energy program and shows how to cut energy use in such areas as lighting, motors, boilers, HVAC, and more. (Flex Your Power) Download now (PDF)...

The U.S. EPA profiles each of its 35 climate partnership programs, organized by business value, services offered, program descriptions and applicable industries. The guide outlines how companies are investing in energy efficiency, clean energy supply, and other climate-friendly technologies to realize a range of business benefits. (EPA and Business for Social Responsibility) Download now (PDF)...

This report focuses on a critical first step in assessing these climate impacts: understanding the potential risks to business and the importance of taking action to mitigate those risks. The report also includes a framework for assessing vulnerability to climate risks across a company’s operations, value chain, and broader market position. (Pew Center on Global Climate Change) Download now (PDF)...