Field notes on carbon accounting.
Practical guidance on measuring, managing, and reporting emissions from the North Star team.
California’s Climate Laws Are Just the Beginning
For many companies, California’s climate disclosure laws feel like a major disruption. New requirements are emerging all at once. Scope 3 emissions are now in…
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Scope 3 Was Never Built to Work: The GHG Protocol Updates Are Finally Catching Up
A System That Scaled, But Never Fully Worked The GHG Protocol ’s proposed updates to the Scope 3 standard are being positioned as a technical revision. That…
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What an Inventory Management Plan Actually Looks Like (And Why You Need One Now)
If you are responsible for your company’s greenhouse gas inventory, you have probably heard the term Inventory Management Plan thrown around more frequently…
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California SB 253 and SB 261: A Practical Implementation Guide for Sustainability Teams
California SB 253 and SB 261: A Practical Implementation Guide for Sustainability Teams California has quietly passed the most consequential corporate climate…
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California’s 2026 Climate Reporting Deadline: How to Build an Inventory That Will Survive Scrutiny
California has officially moved the market. With the adoption of SB 253 and SB 261 and the establishment of the first reporting deadline in August 2026,…
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The GHG Protocol Land Sector and Removals Standard: A Comprehensive Guide for Companies with Land-Related Operations or Value Chains
The release of the GHG Protocol Land Sector and Removals Standard marks one of the most significant developments in corporate carbon accounting in over a…
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The Ultimate Guide to Publicly Available GHG Emission Factor Databases for Scope 1, 2, and 3 Accounting
If you have ever opened the GHG Protocol and thought, “This all makes sense in theory, but where do I actually get the numbers?” you are not alone. When people…
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Scope 1, 2, and 3 Data Collection Without the Chaos: A Practical Framework for Building a Repeatable GHG Data Process
For many organizations, carbon accounting does not fail because of methodology. It fails because of process. The GHG Protocol provides clear guidance on how to…
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The Real ROI of Sustainability Software
Moving Beyond Compliance to Measurable Business Value Sustainability leaders are under pressure from every direction. Investors want reliable disclosures.…
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Turning GHG Data Into Actionable Reduction Strategies
This question comes up every single time. A company completes its greenhouse gas inventory. The numbers are in. The dashboards are built. Maybe the data has…
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Moving Beyond Spend Based Scope 3 Accounting: A Practical Guide to Improving Purchased Goods and Services Emissions Data Over Time
For many companies, Scope 3 Category 1 Purchased Goods and Services is the single largest source of greenhouse gas emissions in their inventory. It is also the…
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A Practical Guide to Completing a Double Materiality Assessment
If you are hearing more and more about double materiality and feeling unsure where to start, you are not alone. Many companies know it is required for CSRD and…
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How to Build an Audit-Ready GHG Inventory: A Practical Guide for 2026
As global climate disclosure rules mature and investor expectations continue to rise, companies are under increasing pressure to produce credible, transparent,…
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The Single Biggest Bottleneck in Corporate Carbon Accounting, And How to Fix It
Corporate carbon accounting has advanced dramatically over the past decade. Organizations now have better tools, clearer standards, and more stable…
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Understanding ESG Software 101: A Complete Guide
ESG software is becoming essential for managing your ESG data and achieving sustainability goals. With 85% of investors prioritizing ESG factors in their…
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International Wineries for Climate Action (IWCA) Partners with North Star Carbon & Impact
Sonoma County, CA – [5th September 2024] – North Star Carbon Management is excited to announce our strategic partnership with International Wineries for…
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9 Key Takeaways from the SEC's New Climate Disclosure Rules
[toc] The verdict is out! In a historic decision, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced its final regulations on March 6th, 2024. These…
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Regulations and Compliance in Corporate GHG Accounting
[toc] Transparency is the new norm in the corporate sustainability and ESG world, with GHG accounting and reporting at the heart of it. Regulations and…
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GHG Protocol: A Deep Dive
[toc] With over ten years of experience assisting organizations in their sustainability journey, I've witnessed firsthand the ascent of the Greenhouse Gas…
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thinkPARALLAX Partners with North Star Carbon Management
In a powerful alignment of shared values and sustainability goals, North Star Carbon Management and thinkPARALLAX are proud to announce a strategic partnership…
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North Star Carbon Management Achieves B Corp Certification
North Star Carbon Management (NSCM) is proud to announce its B Corp certification. We are a Software as a Service (SaaS) company primarily focused on carbon…
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16 Tactics Net-zero Companies Use To Slash Corporate Carbon Footprint
Companies across the world are increasingly being called to action to address their environmental impacts- be it by regulation, their customers, or the growing…
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Aligning with the SBTi for Net Zero Ambitions
[toc] In the face of catastrophic impacts of climate change, the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) stands as a testament to the power of collective…
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Complete Guide to Achieving Net-Zero Targets
[toc] In the face of mounting concerns over global warming and climate change, many organizations are recognizing the urgent need to take action. One approach…
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GHG Emission Factors: Pioneering Better Carbon Accounting Practices
GHG Emission Factors: Pioneering Better Carbon Accounting Practices [toc] Understanding the ways to sustainable growth starts with knowing the metrics that…
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Conducting Your First GHG Emissions Inventory
[toc] Conducting a Greenhouse Gas emissions inventory is vital for understanding and addressing an organization's carbon footprint, including emissions from…
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The Basics of Scope 3 Emissions
[toc] Introduction The call for climate action and sustainability performance is louder than ever. As corporations worldwide wrestle with their environmental…
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Welcome to North Star Carbon Management: Your Compass to Net Zero
The Growing Importance of Carbon Management As per a report by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) failing to limit global warming could…
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What is Emissions Management Software and why is it needed?
Climate change is real, and it's urgent. We're seeing more and more wildfires, melting ice, and extreme weather. To protect our planet, we need to act now. As…
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Introduction to Carbon Accounting
What is Carbon Accounting? Carbon accounting is a critical process that helps organizations measure and manage their greenhouse gas emissions. It involves the…
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