The Planet Brief is an independent sustainability publication covering carbon markets, ESG and reporting, net zero, green investing, sustainable living, and the companies trying to do better.
What we cover
Sustainability is one of the most important and most poorly explained topics in business today. Most coverage is either too technical for general readers, too shallow to be useful to professionals, or quietly funded by the organisations it is writing about.
The Planet Brief is none of those things. We write clearly, cite our sources, acknowledge complexity where it exists, and say so when the evidence is thin. Our goal is to be the publication we wished existed when we were trying to understand carbon markets, ESG reporting, and net zero for the first time.
What we cover
- Carbon Markets — carbon credits, the EU ETS, voluntary markets, offsetting, verification standards, and pricing
- Net Zero — what it means in practice for businesses, scope emissions, carbon footprinting, and SME action plans
- ESG & Reporting — CSRD, reporting frameworks, ESG ratings, greenwashing, and what the regulations actually require
- Green Investing — ESG funds, green bonds, sustainable ETFs, and carbon as an asset class
- Eco Companies — independent sustainability reviews of brands and businesses
- Sustainable Living — practical guidance on reducing your personal footprint
- Climate & Science — the data and research behind the headlines
Who we are
The Planet Brief is part of a small ecosystem of sustainability tools and resources. Our articles frequently reference The Carbon Workbench, a free set of professional carbon calculators for businesses and project developers. Where relevant to sustainable fashion and lifestyle content, we also reference Prospereco, a Bristol-based sustainable clothing brand.
These references are editorial — we link to tools and products we think are genuinely useful. They are not paid placements.
Financial content
Articles in our Green Investing section are for informational purposes only. Nothing on this site constitutes financial advice or a personal investment recommendation. Always consult a qualified financial adviser before making investment decisions.
Contact
For editorial enquiries, corrections, or feedback: hello@theplanetbrief.com
We read everything and respond when we can.