Legal teams are wary and boards are cautious, leading many to pause their impact reporting. But the erosion of trust didn't come from inaccuracy—it came from irrelevance. This post explores why silence is actually the riskier move and how to rebuild trust through precision, not promises.

Stakeholders aren't asking for longer reports; they are asking for clearer evidence. This post outlines the three specific proof points—relevance, verifiability, and impact—that define whether an impact report actually builds trust in 2026.

Why do teams choose the familiar path over the better one? It isn't a lack of motivation—it’s a friction problem. From coordination costs to status quo bias, this post explores the three invisible friction patterns that derail social sustainability and offers actionable ways to redesign them for operational reality.

Most impact reports fail before they begin—not because of weak data or design, but because teams never define the purpose. An effective report isn’t just a glossy PDF, it’s a strategic tool that influences behavior, wins credibility, and shapes the future. Done right, your impact report becomes more than compliance—it becomes a catalyst.

Fair labor isn’t just an ethical checkbox—it’s the foundation of truly sustainable projects. In this powerful edition of The Impact Edit, Gayathri Unnikrishnan introduces the Thrive Pyramid, a framework that challenges AEC leaders to rethink how labor practices intersect with climate action, ESG, and supply chain strategy. If you’ve been focusing on solar panels and green certifications, it’s time to zoom in on the people building that future.