West Michigan Healthy Climate Action Plan with GVMC and KERAMIDA

KERAMIDA has partnered with the Grand Valley Metropolitan Council (GVMC) of West Michigan to develop and submit the Priority Climate Action Plan (PCAP) to the US EPA earlier this year.

The PCAP, funded by the US EPA’s Climate Pollution Reduction Grant (CPRG), sets the foundation for a comprehensive, regional strategy, connecting state, regional, and local efforts while focusing on equity and the unique climate needs of Ionia, Kent, Montcalm, and Ottawa Counties. Read more.


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GVMC CCAP Stakeholder Engagement Meeting

In January 2025, the Grand Valley Metropolitan Council (GVMC) CPRG Working Groups convened to advance the development of the Comprehensive Climate Action Plan (CCAP) as part of the U.S. EPA’s Climate Pollution Reduction Grant (CPRG) Program. Looking for more information about the West Michigan Healthy Climate Plan or how to get involved? Visit our GVMC project page.


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GHG Verification with KERAMIDA's Vice President of GHG Services

Join Xuqing Xiong, M.S., P.E., Vice President of GHG Services at KERAMIDA, as she discusses the importance of independent greenhouse gas (GHG) verification. In this video, she explains the difference between limited and reasonable assurance and emphasizes the importance of starting now, along with what the process may entail. As a CDP Global Gold Verification Provider, KERAMIDA ensures that organizations meet compliance standards through accurate, third-party verification. Watch now to discover how we can support your sustainability reporting.


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The Sustainability Update with KERAMIDA - March 11, 2025

Introducing The Sustainability Update with KERAMIDA!

Welcome to The Sustainability Update, KERAMIDA’s new quarterly video series covering the latest trends, regulations, and strategies shaping the sustainability landscape.

In this episode, Amber Greaney, MPA, LEED GA, ENV SP, breaks down the key factors driving sustainability in 2025 - from CDP’s alignment with global standards to nature transition plans and CSRD compliance strategies.

Stay informed, stay ahead. Watch now!


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ClimateView and KERAMIDA Partnership

ClimateView, a Swedish technology firm, and KERAMIDA, a U.S. engineering and consulting company, have announced a partnership to drive strategy innovation in Climate Action Planning across cities, states, and regions in North America. This collaboration merges the data-driven planning software platform of ClimateView with KERAMIDA's extensive consulting experience on Climate Action Plans. The partnership aims to transform the approach of U.S. cities to the climate transition. Learn more about the KERAMIDA + ClimateView Partnership.


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GVMC 2024 West Michigan Sustainable Business Forum - Engagement Sessions

Grand Valley Metropolitan Council (GVMC) teamed up with the West Michigan Sustainable Business Forum and KERAMIDA for the West Michigan Climate Action Forums, which consisted of three separate community engagement sessions spread out across West Michigan. Residents, leaders, and stakeholders came together to shape GVMC’s Preliminary Climate Action Plan. We discussed ideas and strategies to cut down on greenhouse gases in the region that will help to develop a Preliminary Climate Action Plan slated for submission to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in 2024. The plan will cover the four-county region of West Michigan, including Ionia, Kent, Montcalm, and Ottawa Counties.

KERAMIDA compiled and shared the input we received from the public engagement sessions with the three advisory committees that are assisting GVMC in creating the West Michigan Climate Action Plan. The valuable input received from all the attendees of the community engagement sessions has helped shape the Preliminary Climate Action Plan. We want to express our gratitude to the US Environmental Protection Agency for their funding and guidance, without which this plan would not have been possible.


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Sports Sustainability Strategies

Our Sustainable Sports Strategies team, led by former collegiate and professional athletes, provides sustainability consulting services to sports organizations. Hear KERAMIDA’s Captain Maddy Osswald (née Williams), MBA, Senior Sustainability Analyst, discuss the value that sustainable practices can add to your organization and how the KERAMIDA team can help you set, measure, and achieve your goals.


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Current Trends in Sustainability - 2023 "Day at the Park" EHS and Sustainability Conference

Welcome to the 2023 “Day at the Park” EHS and Sustainability Conference presented by KERAMIDA. Join us for an insightful talk with Amber Greaney, Livable City Solutions Manager at KERAMIDA, as she delves into the ever-evolving landscape of sustainability.

In this enlightening discussion, you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of the latest developments in sustainability. This talk sheds light on crucial topics such as essential regulations and vendor requests that demand your attention and how they may influence your company's sustainability strategy. Discover the significance of Climate Scenario Analysis and who will be mandated to undertake it, as well as the growing importance of climate transition plans, driven by investor demands. Additionally, Ms. Greaney provides a clear breakdown of the distinctions between carbon offsets and Renewable Energy Credits (RECs).

View all 2023 “Day at the Park” Conference Videos here.


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Welcome to the 2023 "Day at the Park" EHS and Sustainability Conference presented by KERAMIDA. In this talk, KERAMIDA's Mike Devir, Senior Engineer of Land Services, and Brian Harrington, Senior Vice President of Land Services, discuss the specifics of Indiana's Risk-Based Closure Guide (R2) and Companion Program Guides. This talk outlines the primary and notable updates to the guides, including vapor intrusion and contaminated soil policies.

View all 2023 “Day at the Park” Conference Videos here.


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Climate Risks and Opportunities - 2023 Sustainability and Climate Leadership Conference

Welcome to the Indiana Chamber of Commerce – 2023 Sustainability & Climate Leadership Conference: Presented by KERAMIDA. According to the Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures, one of the most significant and misunderstood risks that organizations face today relates to climate change. While it is widely recognized that continued greenhouse gas emissions will cause further warming of the planet and this warming could lead to damaging effects, the exact timing and magnitude of physical and transitional effects are difficult to estimate and related to the actions that we take today to reduce emissions.

In this presentation, Anastasia Kyrmanidou, Ph.D., Senior Sustainability Analyst at KERAMIDA, discusses different categories of climate-related risks and opportunities, recognizes how climate risks can create financial risk, explains the importance of reporting on climate-related issues that companies face today, and outlines the process for assessing climate-related issues now and into the future.

View all Indiana Chamber of Commerce – 2023 Sustainability & Climate Leadership Conference videos here.


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Welcome to the Indiana Chamber of Commerce – 2023 Sustainability & Climate Leadership Conference: Presented by KERAMIDA. Getting your GHG inventory verified may soon become a mandatory step in light of the proposed SEC rule. Beyond compliance, GHG verification can play an important role in drawing stakeholders, strengthening business partnerships, identifying risks and opportunities, and enabling more informed decision-making.

In this presentation, Xuqing Xiong, Senior Sustainability Engineer at KERAMIDA, will guide you through the GHG Verification and Third-Party Assurance process. You'll gain insights into the significance of verifying your GHG data, and understand the steps involved in achieving verification.

View all Indiana Chamber of Commerce – 2023 Sustainability & Climate Leadership Conference videos here.


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Welcome to the Indiana Chamber of Commerce – 2023 Sustainability & Climate Leadership Conference: Presented by KERAMIDA. 2023 has been called the Year of the Climate Transition Plan. Comprehensive Climate Transition Plans include GHG reduction targets and strategies on how an entity plans to meet those targets.

In this talk, Nick McCreary, Vice President of Sustainability & Climate Services at KERAMIDA, discusses establishing GHG reduction targets and strategies for companies and municipalities on how they will meet such targets – based on material needs, financial constraints, and advancements in technology.

View all Indiana Chamber of Commerce – 2023 Sustainability & Climate Leadership Conference videos here.


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