Ann Thomas, Author at Veerless

May 11, 2026

Where Data Infrastructure Meets Community: Cologix in Jacksonville, North Florida

When people talk about data centers today, the conversation typically starts with the significant growth of the industry.

AI training and AI inference. Hybrid and multi-cloud. Data. Compute. Megawatts. Cooling technologies.

But if you spend time on the ground, another reality becomes clear. Data centers aren’t just a part of the digital infrastructure. They’re embedded in their communities and consider themselves neighbors.

Ann Thomas

ESG, Reporting

March 16, 2026

Angry with EcoVadis? Join the Club

Understanding Why Many Companies Downgraded Their EcoVadis Medals

If your company’s EcoVadis medal dropped this year, take a breath. It likely wasn’t a performance failure. Over the past two assessment cycles, EcoVadis has introduced fundamental methodology changes that have reshaped how medals are awarded across its network. The result? Companies with stable or even improving raw scores are watching their medals slide from Platinum to Silver, Gold to Bronze, or off the podium entirely. The frustration is understandable.

At Veerless, we’ve heard from clients, peers, and partners across industries who are asking the same questions: What changed? Why did our medal drop when our score went up? And is EcoVadis still the right investment?

Ann Thomas

ESG, Net Zero, Policy, Sustainability

August 7, 2025

Power Surge – Thoughts From Aspen Ideas Week

After decades of stability, the U.S. power grid is at an inflection point. Driven by data centers, transportation electrification, and industrial growth, energy demand is expected to rise sharply by 25% by the year 2030 and 78% by 2050. This rise isn’t just a technical challenge; it’s a turning point for how we think about energy, infrastructure, and climate resilience.

This shift from stability to strain is already emerging in places like New York State, where the rapid adoption of EVs is pressuring local utilities to upgrade aging distribution systems. Many neighborhoods weren’t designed for the concentrated demand of multiple EVs charging at once, raising the risk of voltage drops, brownouts, or even outages. Without urgent investment, some areas may soon be unable to support these new loads.

Ann Thomas

Friday 5 Faves

May 16, 2025

Friday 5 Faves – Sustainable Skincare Brands

Taking care of your skin shouldn’t come at the expense of the planet. Fortunately, these five standout skincare companies are proving that you can nourish your skin while making mindful, environmentally responsible choices. From low-waste packaging and plant-based ingredients to ethical sourcing and third-party sustainability certifications, these brands are showing that sustainability and personal wellbeing go hand in hand.

Ann Thomas

Angry with EcoVadis? Join the Club

Understanding Why Many Companies Downgraded Their EcoVadis Medals

Power Surge – Thoughts From Aspen Ideas Week

Friday 5 Faves – Sustainable Skincare Brands

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