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Leaders in Sustainability: A Spotlight on Closed Loop Partners

Leaders in Sustainability : A Spotlight on Closed Loop Partners

Closed Loop Partners

Luba Shabal is the Senior Director of Impact Measurement & Management at Closed Loop Partners – a New York-based company investing, innovating and operating to advance the circular economy. The company is comprised of three key business segments: an investment firm, innovation center and operating group. 

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We sat down with Luba for a few questions to find out how the company came across Greenly and why calculating their carbon footprint is important to them.

Why did you decide to start measuring and reducing your company's carbon footprint?

Since Closed Loop Partners’ founding, our methodologies and processes for impact measurement and management have continued to advance and evolve holistically. At Closed Loop Partners, we aim to drive systems change through every investment that we make, and our impact outcomes are driven forward by the business models of our portfolio companies. Our investors also motivate us to move forward with stronger reporting and disclosures, to capture robust data and KPIs that measure emissions that have been and could be avoided as a result of our investments. As we work toward best practices in impact measurement and management, we have broadened our impact metrics to include all emissions – including both that have been produced and avoided. We believe that tracking our carbon footprint means knowing both the good and bad, and the only way to move forward is to know where there are opportunities to do better. This way, we can track the full scope of our carbon footprint. 

Why is it important for other business leaders in your industry to do carbon accounting? And how can a circular economy help scale carbon reduction in the US? 

"Addressing a challenge as complex as climate change cannot be done in isolation––it requires concerted action, alignment and accountability toward shared goals. Measuring and managing our carbon footprints across the investment industry is a critical step to making meaningful impact,” says Tazia Smith, COO & Head of Capital Partnerships at Closed Loop Partners. “Scaling the infrastructure needed to keep valuable materials in circulation is key to achieving net zero goals. The circular economy is a critical part of the solution, and Closed Loop Partners is proud to play a leading role in its advancement.”  

In search of the best carbon accounting partner, we issued requests for proposals to 20 carbon providers, and asked our portfolio companies to vote on their optimal choice. We evaluated and scored each based on the reach and expertise of the company and effectiveness and fit of their product. Ultimately, our portfolio companies selected Greenly, not only because of their extensive client base and knowledge of various industries such as our own, but also for their easy, user-friendly interface and approach to client support. Greenly offers to measure emissions not only within the three standard scopes but also included scope four, which stood out to us. 

What got you personally interested in fighting climate change?

I came to the U.S. 10 years ago to save the world from waste. A decade ago, my mission was to gain experience in areas that dealt with recycling and waste, energy or the circular economy. What I realized later on was that climate change, waste and renewable resources are all deeply interrelated. For example, in terms of greenhouse gas emissions, 70% of global emissions are associated with materials management––how we use, manufacture and discard our products. By keeping materials in play, the circular economy aims to eliminate waste and the emissions associated with it. This is how I found my passion for circularity, as it is a key part of the solution to climate change. 

So in terms of your industry, where do you see the trend going in sustainability and climate change? Do you see it growing? And how do you feel it's really going to evolve in this space?

Over the last decade, over 400 different green standards were developed globally. While this pointed to the increasing importance of impact measurement, this also led to much confusion in the space. Today, we are seeing consolidation, standardization and increased transparency in impact management and measurement––a key step forward, as this standardization ensures alignment and consistency in reporting and disclosing emissions. The interest and demand for transparency continues to rise, which is where we think the market needs to go to achieve a higher standard of impact management. As this takes center stage, carbon accounting will continue to be a key solution for those seeking to establish greater transparency

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The U.K. is known for being one of the cloudiest, rainiest places in the world – even during the summer time. ⛅However, over the past few days and in the month to come – the United Kingdom is set to experience some unforeseen high temperatures and droughts that aren’t common for this region of the world.&nbsp;How will citizens and companies cope during these bizarre, potentially detrimental weather patterns?&nbsp;‍<figure id="" class="w-richtext-figure-type-image w-richtext-align-fullwidth" style="max-width:1280px" data-rt-type="image" data-rt-align="fullwidth" data-rt-max-width="1280px"><div id=""><img src="https://uploads-ssl.webflow.com/6232f79b68d15d3d9b69c096/62fb836067302ecd29da4c78_heatwave-uk.jpg" loading="lazy" id="" width="auto" height="auto"></div></figure>‍<h2 id="">U.K. Heatwave: What's happening? </h2>The United Kingdom has been facing a serious of unusual heat waves, the past few weeks – and there is another one coming up this first week of August were temperatures are expected to hit 35°C, which is equivalent to 95°F. 🌡️For reference on how bizarre these high temperatures are for the United Kingdom, typical summer temperatures in the U.K. average between nine and eighteen degrees Celsius – which is equivalent to forty-eighty and sixty-four degrees Fahrenheit. Previously, any temperature above thirty degrees Celsius, otherwise eighty-six degrees Fahrenheit – would be considered a heat wave in the United Kingdom.&nbsp;In July 2022, the United Kingdom reached record high in terms of temperature – recording over 40 degrees Celsius last month. 😬Given temperatures are remaining well above the average at five degrees Celsius and nearly ten degrees Fahrenheit higher than usual – the longer-term cause for concerns of these heat waves in the United Kingdom are growing. ⬆️<blockquote id="">These extreme temperatures are expected to last for an extended period of time – which brings the United Kingdom into new territory they have never been in before: how do they prepare to protect society in the midst of extreme temperatures caused by global warming?&nbsp;</blockquote>August is typically a wet month in the United Kingdom, so it’s detrimental for agriculture and overall resources to suffer an unexpected drought as such.&nbsp; 💦Citizens of the U.K. have been warned to avoid being outside in the middle of the day, to close curtains in the house to block heat from entering the home, and to remain in the shade whenever possible. They’ve also been reminded to stay hydrated, and while that may appear to be a given – it’s easy to dismiss dehydration.&nbsp;As more and more dismiss the grave scenario of climate change, global temperatures are continuing to rise – and <a href="https://www.greenly.earth/blog-en/what-would-be-the-impact-of-a-3degc-rise-in-global-temperature" id="">global surface temperatures could even hit 3°C within the next few years.</a>The extreme temperatures aren’t just affecting residents of the U.K. – but could have devastating effects on historical landmarks and landscapes, as well. Last week, firefighters were struggling to put out a massive fire in a field a mere two miles away from Stonehenge.&nbsp;<blockquote id="">💡 What is Stonehenge?&nbsp;Stonehenge is a world famous monument that was built in prehistoric times. It was built over 5,000 years ago without the assistance of modern technology. </blockquote>‍<figure id="" class="w-richtext-figure-type-image w-richtext-align-fullwidth" style="max-width:1280px" data-rt-type="image" data-rt-align="fullwidth" data-rt-max-width="1280px"><div id=""><img src="https://uploads-ssl.webflow.com/6232f79b68d15d3d9b69c096/62fb83cdf4ea3ff404a346b5_stonehenge.jpg" loading="lazy" id="" width="auto" height="auto"></div></figure>‍It would be extremely unfortunate to lose more historical monuments that are irreplaceable to natural disasters like heat waves, when there’s a viable option to take collective action to reduce the amount of heat waves the United Kingdom and the world are experiencing. Therefore, the heatwave in the U.K. isn’t just a short-term problem – but could cause a series of catastrophic effects.‍<h2 id="">Why are so many heat waves happening? </h2>Are the numerous heat waves a product of global warming and climate change?<blockquote id="">Recent studies provide reasonable evidence that the culprit behind these unusual heat waves in the U.K. are indeed due to climate change. Unfortunately, these extreme temperatures are only expected to increase throughout the course of the current century – with the worst heat waves to occur in the southeast region of the United Kingdom.&nbsp;&nbsp;</blockquote>In fact, climate change has made high temperatures like the current heatwave in the U.K. up to ten times more likely – even without added human activity further influencing the current state of global warming to worsen. Even with the current policies and daily measures people take to reduce emissions, it seems that these extreme temperatures won’t easily be mitigated – weather disasters like the current heatwave in the U.K. are likely to continue.&nbsp;This is because extremely high temperatures that provoke heat waves with long durations are a direct cause of shifting global weather patterns, which are rapidly fluctuating due to climate change. The intensity and frequency of these heat waves is due to climate change itself, and since climate change is not currently on track to improve – there won’t be any immediate relief heat wave wise any time soon. ⏰ ‍<h2 id="">How do numerous, excessive heat waves impact human health? ‍</h2><blockquote id="">Heat waves aren’t just detrimental to the environment, but they're really bad for overall human well-being. 🙅‍♀️</blockquote>The continued global predicament of climate change is a real threat to human health, and while some communities and countries around the world have grown cognizant of this fact – not enough have, because we’re ultimately still feeling the effects of global warming with these persistent heat waves, such as the heat wave currently happening in the U.K.&nbsp;Excessive, intensified heat waves can provoke significant health issues, and in some events – even death. Some of the negative health impacts of heat waves include heat strokes, cardiovascular issues, and respiratory problems. The most menacing potential health effect of these excessive heat waves is heat stroke.&nbsp;<blockquote id="">Heat stroke happens when your body is no longer able to regulate its own temperature, resulting in a spike in body temperature where ultimately – your body is unable to cool itself down. The elderly, those with chronic diseases, outdoor workers, and low-income communities or developing countries are at the highest risk of suffering from heat stroke.&nbsp;</blockquote>Heat waves can also cause respiratory problems due to the accentuated prevalence of harmful air pollutants when temperatures are higher than usual. ‍<figure id="" class="w-richtext-figure-type-image w-richtext-align-fullwidth" style="max-width:1279px" data-rt-type="image" data-rt-align="fullwidth" data-rt-max-width="1279px"><div id=""><img src="https://uploads-ssl.webflow.com/6232f79b68d15d3d9b69c096/62fb84576ab3440d4078afcf_heatwave.jpg" loading="lazy" id="" width="auto" height="auto"></div></figure>‍<h2 id="">How is the heatwave impacting business? </h2><blockquote id="">The heat wave is and will continue to impact business, the most affected being the agriculture sector. </blockquote>Since outdoor workers are at an increased risk of having a heat stroke, the pace of work has to be slowed down. This isn’t limited just to planting and harvesting crops, though – think of any typical outdoor summer business:&nbsp; a big one being summer camps. None of these can operate at the capacity or efficiency that they are meant to during a heat wave.&nbsp;Even if you don’t work in an outdoor sector, employees are still generally less productive in extreme temperatures. 🌡️‍<h2 id="">How can your company protect your business and employees during the heatwave? </h2>Employers can’t change the temperature outside, but they can monitor the safety and well-being of their employees. Employers should seek to consistently evaluate the comfortability of their employees not only as a liability, but for the sake of productivity. Additional precautions should be taken for employees that are pregnant, suffer from underlying conditions that make them more prone to having a heat stroke, or those who take medications that could prevent them from regulating their own body temperature. If employees are working from an office, a strong supply of water and air conditioning should be provided.&nbsp; Also, if possible – eschew the requirement for a dress code during a heat wave: as some business attire can only aggravate the already existing effects of someone suffering from extreme temperatures.&nbsp;If possible and better for the employee, offer for them to work remotely from their home in order to avoid crowded, body-heated public transportation that could cause them to arrive at the office already exhausted from excessive heat. ‍<figure id="" class="w-richtext-figure-type-image w-richtext-align-fullwidth" style="max-width:1280px" data-rt-type="image" data-rt-align="fullwidth" data-rt-max-width="1280px"><div id=""><img src="https://uploads-ssl.webflow.com/6232f79b68d15d3d9b69c096/62fb84a8672d1785b57169ca_heatwave.jpg" loading="lazy" id="" width="auto" height="auto"></div></figure>‍<h2 id="">What are the best tips for managing your well-being during a heatwave? </h2>Since the heat waves aren’t expected to let up anytime soon – what are the most important and effective measures you can take to prevent suffering from the deleterious impacts of the U.K. heatwave? First of all, it’s important to watch out for people who may have an increased risk of suffering from a heat stroke. So, make sure to check in on your elderly neighbors, friends, and family with underlying conditions that could make them more susceptible to a heat stroke – especially any of those that qualify in this category that live alone. Whenever inside, it’s imperative to block out any direct sunlight to avoid more heat coming into the home whenever possible. Close any windows that get a lot of sunlight to ensure moderate stability in the temperature of your own home. If you don’t live with anyone, it’s important to stay connected during a heat wave. Text or call your friends and neighbors to let them know how you’re doing or if you need anything, as it’s important to not exhaust yourself mentally or physically during a heat wave.&nbsp;Exercise is great – but it’s actually best to avoid it during a heatwave to avoid exerting too much energy on yourself.&nbsp;It’s best to stay inside with central cooling or if possible, air conditioning during a heat wave – but if going out is necessary, strive to break up your outdoor time by spending time in a cool space. The strongest hours of the sun are between 11AM and 3PM; wear sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat if you decide to go outside during these hours. However, it’s best to avoid any time outdoors during these hours. If you don’t have an air cooling system in your home, use a fan – but not if the temperature is above 95°F, otherwise 35°C. This would only accentuate the heat because it allows the hot air to disperse, and won’t actually help to regulate your body temperature. Also, avoid fanning yourself – doing so will only create more energy in your body and in turn, more heat. It’s easy to get dehydrated during a heat wave, even if you drink enough water. There have been a considerable amount of extremely hot days in Paris this summer, and when there are – I don’t allow myself to drink any coffee that day. <blockquote id="">💡 Why? Caffeine, found in coffee and energy drinks, as well as alcohol – dehydrate you. It’s best to only stick to water, and avoid any sugary drinks like juice that can also easily dehydrate you. </blockquote>‍<h2 id="">Can we prevent more heatwaves like the heatwave in the U.K. from happening? </h2>The only way we can begin to reduce the severity of these heat waves is if we tackle the root of the problem causing the heat waves: global warming.&nbsp;Heat waves, like the current heat wave in the U.K., are only going to get worse – as in they will continue to occur more frequently and temperatures will get increasingly hotter in conjunction with climate change.<blockquote id="">If we want to avoid the effects that a heat wave can have on the economy, humanity, and historical landmarks – we have to make a cognizant effort to reduce our emissions and <a href="https://www.greenly.earth/blog-en/what-is-green-living" id="">change our lifestyles</a> to protect the future of our planet.&nbsp;</blockquote>‍<h2 id="">What about Greenly? </h2>If reading this article about the heatwave in the U.K. and what your company should do in the midst of rising global temperatures has made you interested in reducing your carbon emissions to further fight against climate change – Greenly can help you!Greenly can help you make an environmental change for the better, starting with a carbon footprint assessment to know how much carbon emissions your company produces.<a href="https://www.greenly.earth/en-us" id="">Click here</a> to learn more about Greenly and how we can help you reduce your carbon footprint.&nbsp;‍‍🚀 If you enjoyed reading this article, here are a few more :<ul id=""><li id=""><a href="https://www.greenly.earth/blog-en/what-is-the-climate-disclosure-rule-proposed-by-the-sec" id="">What is the climate disclosure rule proposed by the SEC?</a></li><li id=""><a href="https://www.greenly.earth/blog-en/ipcc-report-2022-everything-you-need-to-know" id="">IPCC report 2022: everything you need to know</a></li><li id=""><a href="https://www.greenly.earth/blog-en/fast-fashion-can-a-balance-be-found-between-the-textile-industry-and-protecting-the-environment" id="">Fast Fashion: can a balance be found between the textile industry and protecting the environment?</a></li><li id=""><a href="https://www.greenly.earth/blog-en/how-to-implement-a-csr-approach-in-your-company" id="">How to implement a CSR approach in your company</a></li><li id=""><a href="https://www.greenly.earth/blog-en/ipcc-ar6-5-questions-to-understand-chapter-3" id="">IPCC AR6: 5 questions to understand Chapter 3</a></li></ul>‍

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