Leading to Net Zero

Yellow Edge believes it is our responsibility to look after our climate and environment, and as leaders we should drive ecological stewardship in our community. We share our thinking, resources and guides on taking a leadership role in matters relating to climate change and ‘Lead to Net Zero.’

  • Leading to Net Zero with Yellow Edge

    What is ‘Net Zero,’ why is it needed and most importantly: how do we achieve it?
    Understand these fundamental concepts and how leaders can use their influence to make impact.

  • Document titled 'The Canberra B Co-operative' with text sections explaining the purpose, objectives, and principles of the cooperative, facilitated by Yellow Edge, with logos at the bottom including Yellow Edge and B Corporation.

    The Canberra B Co-Operative

    The Canberra B Cooperative (B Co-op) is a community of purpose driven business leaders who are committed to using their business as a force for good.

    The B Co-op recognises that whilst not all businesses are able to go on to achieve B Corp certification, they are nonetheless committed to having a positive impact on people, their communities and the planet.

  • An informational poster about Australian exporters meeting environmental and social performance standards. The poster includes text, the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals color chart, a logo for a B Corporation, and images of people and office activities.

    Australian exporters to meet higher levels of enviro/social performance

    It is possible to be competitive, profitable and good for the planet. Here’s how.

    Article by Brooke Anderson and Robert Holgate

  • Cover page of a report titled 'State of Public Sector Sustainability,' published in June 2023 by Yellow Edge. The cover features a yellow and white geometric design.

    State of Public Sector Sustainability

    This annual insights and benchmarking report aims to shine a spotlight on public sector agencies sustainability performance, highlighting where and how public sector leaders are leading their agencies to net zero and beyond.

  • Cover page of the 2023 Climate Emergency Handbook by Yellow Edge, featuring the title, an image of a melting glacier, a quote by Sir David Attenborough about species and responsibility, and the Yellow Edge logo.

    Climate Emergency Handbook

    This handbook outlines the intricacies of creating progressive discourse and implementing changes on a individual, group and organisational level.

    There is also a deposit of links and information outlining Communication, Frameworks, Monitoring, reporting and institutions that can help you and your organisation contribute positively to the Climate Emergency.

  • Cover of Performance Architect magazine Issue 60 featuring a painted globe sign with the words "ONE WORLD" and a yellow box with the text "LEADING OUR ORGANISATIONS TO NET ZERO."

    Leading Our Organisations to Net Zero

    by Andrew Simon

    “[N]ational level discussions, targets, agreements and protocols are critical… but I have been wondering about what an ordinary company like Yellow Edge can do to play its part, to become as it were, a net zero company. How do we lead our organisations to net zero?”

  • Announcement that Yellow Edge is now a Certified B Corporation, with a B logo and a message about social and environmental standards, surrounded by colorful abstract shapes.

    B Corp Certification Services

    Yellow Edge has an inhouse certified B Corp Consultant that is able to help your organisation navigate the certification process. We recognise that each organisation has different needs and we can tailor a package that works for you.

  • Cover page of a publication titled 'Passing the net zero test' with a subtitle 'How to achieve policy coherence on climate change.' The publication is from the Institute for Government. The cover features a design with green and blue diagonal stripes and lists authors Jill Rutter, Rosa Hodgkin, and Tom Sasse.

    Passing the Net Zero Test

    “Net zero is a huge national mission that will require policies from the whole of government to pull in the same direction. This report, which draws on a roundtable held in February 2022, explores how that can be achieved”
    From: www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk

  • Hand-drawn logo with a circular arrow around the word "zero" and the text "waste revolution" underneath.

    Zero Waste Revolution (Canberra)

    Zero Waste Revolution is a Canberran not for profit, non-partisan, community based organisation, established in April 2018.

    They value inclusivity through the encouragement of people from all walks of life to reduce their waste and to make a change, no matter how small; evidence-based in the information we provide; and increased connectivity within communities to sustain change.

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