Carbon and ESG Senior Project Manager Jess Pearson and Director of Carbon Services Colette Crouse discuss what effective data management looks like, how to establish and maintain data quality, and the four aspects for organizations to consider to prioritize efforts when analyzing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions data.| Stok
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California Senate Bill 261 (SB 261), also known as the “Climate-Related Financial Risk Act,” was signed into law in October 2023, bringing the state’s ambitious Climate Accountability Package—encompassing SB 253 and SB 261—to life. Here we dive into SB 261, presenting the highlights of the bill, who it impacts, and what organizations can do to prepare for it. The post SB 261 Explained: A Quick Guide to California’s Climate-Related Financial Risk Act appeared first on Stok.| Stok
A rapidly evolving wave of global climate regulation is inspiring—and requiring—corporate action. While it may seem daunting, early action on credible, jurisdiction-ready disclosures positions companies to meet investor demands, avoid compliance risks, and lead with resilience in a low-carbon economy. But how? Check out our Part 1 for a quick primer on these regulations and what they may mean for your company, then dive in to our recommended approach. The post Navigating the Wave of Globa...| Stok
Climate disclosure is no longer optional—it's a business imperative. A recent string of global climate regulation is driving companies to action, with many wondering how to effectively face the rapidly evolving requirements and spend the money to do so wisely. But before we dive into action, first, a quick primer on these regulations. Then, in Part 2, a risk-based, future-ready approach to prepare. The post Navigating the Wave of Global Climate Risk Regulations Part 1: A Quick Primer appear...| Stok
Last week the Stok team joined leaders across the green building industry in Vancouver for the Canada Green Building Council’s Building Lasting Change conference, which marked the official launch of LEED v5 in Canada. Here are some highlights we heard—and why we think LEED v5 is well-positioned to address the needs of the market and advance sustainable buildings across Canada. The post LEED v5 Lands in Canada: Insights and Reactions from Across the Industry appeared first on Stok.| Stok
The industry’s go-to energy benchmarking tool may soon go dark—what now? ENERGY STAR® Portfolio Manager is at risk of being phased out due to a proposed cut in funding for the EPA program within the Trump administration's FY-2026 budget. The program could be eliminated as early as October 1, 2025. Nothing is final yet; however, it’s not too early to prepare. The post Beyond ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager: What to Do Right Now appeared first on Stok.| Stok
AI touches every corner of our lives—from streaming your favorite show, to suggesting that funny meme, to protecting your home via your security system. Despite all these benefits, AI has one big problem: heat. The explosive rise of AI has pushed U.S. data center electricity use from less than 2% of the grid in 2018 to projections as high as 12% by 2028. And with electricity consumption comes heat; cooling usually accounts for more than 10% of that load. The post Liquid vs Air: How Liquid C...| Stok
In April 2025, Stok received confirmation from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) that our targets were approved under the SBTi’s Small and Medium Enterprises Criteria (v1.0). With this validation, SBTi confirms that Stok’s targets are aligned with the ambition to limit global temperature rise to 1.5° Celsius, guiding our decarbonization efforts toward data-driven impact. The post Decarbonize Now: Stok’s Science-Based Targets and Our Path to Net Zero appeared first on Stok.| Stok
We’re proud to launch the Indigenized Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Guidebook, co-developed by Dennis Thomas-Whonoak (Kwasen Enterprises), Stephani Carter (Stok), The post The Indigenized IPD Guidebook: A New Path for Community-Driven Construction appeared first on Stok.| Stok
We’re proud to introduce the Stok Pro Bono Program, developed to make our professional services more accessible to marginalized communities working toward decarbonization and healthier built environments. Through this program, Stok provides our services at no cost to qualifying organizations with inspiring visions for impact. The post Stok’s Pro Bono Program: Submit Your Project appeared first on Stok.| Stok
Stok’s insights on LEED v5 and the future of green building and decarbonization leadership.| Stok
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Electrifying your existing building can be a transformative step towards decarbonizing your portfolio and achieving long-term cost savings; however, the transition likely won’t come without technical and financial challenges. Understanding the essential steps to effectively electrify your building is crucial. Here are our top five tips to ensure a smooth and successful electrification process.| Stok
California Senate Bill 253 (SB 253), also known as the “Climate Corporate Data Accountability Act”, achieved a significant milestone by passing the state's Assembly on September 12, 2023, marking a crucial moment in the establishment of mandatory emissions reporting legislation on the state level. CA SB 253 is one of two separate bills of the Climate Accountability Package – SB 253 and SB 261 – which both aim to improve and increase corporate transparency. Focusing on SB 253, here we ...| Stok