From UNOC to INC5.2: Building momentum for a Global Plastics Treaty
The recent United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC) in Nice, France provided a crucial platform for reflection and renewed commitment as we approach the next (and hopefully final) round of negotiations for the Global Plastics Treaty in August. At UNOC, thousands of delegates and ocean advocates gathered to discuss the blue economy and challenges facing marine […]
De la croissance à l’ancrage : bienvenue à Arnaud Dauriat, nouveau directeur général d’Earth Action
En décembre dernier, nous partagions notre intention de recruter un·e CEO ou COO — pas simplement pour occuper une fonction, mais pour trouver une personne capable de porter Earth Action vers son prochain chapitre. Nous exprimions alors notre besoin de complémentarité : quelqu’un de solide, pragmatique, doté d’une grande expérience. Une personne capable de diriger […]
Green claims under scrutiny: Why granular plastic data is now a strategic imperative
A clear trend is emerging on both sides of the Atlantic: environmental claims are being held to higher standards, and plastics are in the spotlight. Earlier this month, Canada released new anti-greenwashing guidance under its Competition Act, explicitly targeting vague or misleading recyclability claims. Brands making statements like “100% recyclable” must now prove these claims […]
From growth to grounding: welcoming Arnaud Dauriat as Earth Action’s managing director
Earth Action welcomes Arnaud Dauriat as managing director to strengthen team leadership, scale impact, and support our next phase of sustainable growth.
CDP and beyond: How to submit to CDP Plastics Module and turn data into action
This month, Earth Action had the pleasure of co-hosting a webinar with CDP, with the goal to support their reporting services members with getting prepared for the CDP Plastics Module. Drawing on our expertise in plastic and data, we loaded our presentation with tips and tricks, industry tools and recommendations of how to turn disclosure into action. […]
CDP et plus encore : Comment transformer vos données plastiques en actions concrètes
Ce mois-ci, EA Earth Action a eu le plaisir de coanimer un webinaire avec CDP, dans le but d’aider les membres de leurs services de reporting à se préparer au module Plastiques de CDP. En nous appuyant sur notre expertise en matière de plastiques et de données, nous avons enrichi notre présentation d’astuces, d’outils sectoriels et de recommandations pour […]
Construire circulaire : retours d’Earth Action sur le 90e LCA Forum
Est-ce que tu peux brièvement te présenter et décrire ton rôle chez EA ? Je m’appelle Marguerite, je suis analyste environnementale chez EA, où je travaille sur la quantification des bilans carbone, la réalisation d’analyses de cycle de vie (ACV) et la définition de stratégies climatiques pour accompagner les entreprises dans leur transition. J’ai une […]
Building circular: Lessons from the 90th LCA Discussion Forum
Can you briefly introduce yourself and describe your role at EA? My name is Marguerite, and I’m an environmental analyst at EA. I work on carbon footprint assessments, life cycle analysis (LCA), and the development of climate strategies to support companies in their transition. I have an academic background in energy science and sustainability from EPFL. […]
La réponses d’Earth Action sur la version 2.0 du standard SBTi pour la neutralité carbone des entreprises
L’initiative Science-Based Targets (SBTi) a publié une version préliminaire mise à jour de son Standard Net Zéro pour les entreprises, soumise à consultation publique. Cette nouvelle version introduit des changements structurels, de nouvelles méthodes et une plus grande flexibilité. Si l’objectif est d’élever le niveau d’ambition, le risque existe cependant de basculer d’une logique d’action vers une logique de […]
Earth Action’s take on SBTi’s Corporate Net Zero Standard v2.0
The Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has released a draft update to its Corporate Net-Zero Standard for public consultation. The new version brings structural changes, new methods, and expanded flexibility. But while it aims to raise ambition, it risks shifting focus from action to alignment, and from impact to compliance. At Earth Action, we’ve reviewed the draft and submitted […]
From metrics to meaning: Driving local climate action with Denis Bochatay
How science-based strategy, city policy, and system-wide sobriety can reshape sustainability leadership At Earth Action, we collaborate with experts who don’t just talk about systems change. They drive it. Denis Bochatay is one of them. An environmental engineer and co-founder of Bieler & Bochatay, Denis has spent over two decades working at the interface of science, infrastructure, and […]
Décarbonation de l’industrie des machines de précision : bilan
EA Earth Action propose son point de vue d’expert sur la décarbonation de l’industrie des machines de précision, sur la base de son travail avec des clients suisses. L’industrie des machines de précision conçoit et fabrique des machines – outils haute performance destinés à des processus de fabrication complexes et de haute précision. Ces machines […]
Empowering governments to act on the plastic crisis
Plastic pollution is everywhere—on city streets, along coastlines, in remote mountains, and deep in the ocean. It’s contaminating our drinking water, food, and even the air we breathe. Despite growing awareness, the global response has been underwhelming. What’s holding us back — and what can actually move the needle? Barriers to government action For governments, […]
Expert take on decarbonizing the precision machinery industry
EA Earth Action offers its expert take on the decarbonization of precision machinery manufacturers, based on its work with Swiss clients. The precision machinery industry designs and manufactures high-performance machine tools used for complex, high-accuracy manufacturing processes. These machines are critical in sectors like aerospace, medical devices, automotive, electronics, watchmaking, and industrial equipment. Precision machines […]
Turning Metrics into Action – A Conversation with Elena Corella Puertas
At Earth Action, we collaborate with global experts who turn cutting-edge science into real-world sustainability tools. One of them is Dr. Elena Corella Puertas, a chemical engineer, educator, and researcher known for her pioneering work on plastic pollution and life cycle assessment (LCA). In 2025, she stepped into a new role as Chair of the […]
Bringing Nature into the Boardroom: Why Biodiversity Is the Next Strategic Priority for Business
For years, climate change has dominated the sustainability agenda — and rightly so. But a quieter, even more urgent crisis has been unfolding in parallel: the accelerating loss of biodiversity. Forests are vanishing, insect populations collapsing, and oceans losing their balance — with consequences not just for ecosystems, but for economies, supply chains, and global […]
Bringing Systemic Analysis to Sustainability in Business
At Earth Action (EA), we collaborate with leading sustainability experts who bring deep technical expertise to our projects. One of these experts is Lindsey Lessard, a specialist in life cycle assessment, climate impact, and nature-based solutions. With nearly 15 years of experience in sustainability consulting, she has helped businesses navigate complex environmental challenges by integrating […]
Mars Newsletter 2025
Newsletter Earth Action Mars 2025 Infos, récits et éclairages28 Mars 2025 PME suisses : Comment accéder aux subventions pour vos projets durables? Vous développez un nouveau produit ? Vous cherchez à améliorer votre performance environnementale ou à réduire vos émissions ? Le paysage des subventions publiques peut sembler opaque ou complexe – surtout pour les […]
March newsletter 2025
News, stories and insights 27th of March 2025 What the CSRD Omnibus Means for Your Sustainability Strategy The CSRD just got simpler—but that doesn’t mean companies can afford to wait. In our latest article, we break down what the 2025 Omnibus simplification package means for reporting obligations and why now is the right time to […]
CSRD et le Paquet de Simplification Omnibus : Ce que cela signifie pour les entreprises — et pourquoi c’est le moment d’agir
Comprendre le Paquet de Simplification Omnibus La Directive sur le reporting de durabilité des entreprises (CSRD) redéfinit en profondeur la manière dont les entreprises sont tenues responsables de leur impact en Europe. Conçue pour faire de la transparence ESG (Environnement, Social et Gouvernance) une norme, la CSRD impose des exigences de reporting détaillées et standardisées […]
CSRD and the Omnibus Simplification Package: What It Means for Companies—and Why Now Is the Time to Act
Understanding the Omnibus Simplification Package The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) is reshaping the landscape of corporate accountability across Europe. Designed to make ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) transparency a business norm, the CSRD introduces detailed, standardized reporting requirements on everything from climate risk to supply chain impacts, including plastic leakage risks and pollution. However, […]
Bio-based plastics – when solutions create new problems
When it comes to sustainable packaging, simple substitutions can backfire. That’s why life cycle assessments (LCAs) and holistic frameworks like SPHERE are essential to avoid unintended environmental trade-offs. This blog explores a recent study on bio-based plastics and how SPHERE can help us make smarter, system-aware choices. In the rush to solve the plastic crisis, […]
February Newsletter 2025
Earth Action February Newsletter News, stories and insights28th of February 2025 New Report: Is Your Business Ready for the Plastic Regulation Wave? Big changes are coming—plastic regulations are tightening globally, and the UN Global Plastics Treaty is on the horizon. Together with SAP, we’ve released a new report to help businesses stay ahead of the […]
Fevrier Newsletter 2025
Newsletter Earth Action février 2025 Infos, récits et éclairages28 Février 2025 Nouveau Rapport : Votre Entreprise est-elle Prête pour la Vague de Réglementations sur le Plastique? De grands changements se profilent : les réglementations sur le plastique se renforcent à l’échelle mondiale et le Traité Mondial sur la Pollution Plastique de l’ONU approche. En collaboration […]
