The Role of Education in Addressing Climate Change
According to a Marist poll this year, 85% of Gen Z is very or somewhat concerned about the climate crisis. They are more likely to believe that the climate crisis…
Why Companies Need an ESG Controller for Sustainability Compliance
A recent meta-study by the NYU Stern Center for Sustainable Business, in partnership with Rockefeller Asset Management, examined the relationship between environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) activities at organizations…
Decarbonizing the Corporate World: A Path to Sustainability and Profit
In the last couple of years, an increasing number of companies have pledged to significantly reduce their carbon footprints. More than 6,000 companies have signed up through the Science Based…
Sustainability Innovation Drives Competitive Advantage and Long-Term Value
Due to increasing consumer awareness, regulatory pressures, and corporate recognition that sustainable practices can lead to competitive advantages, companies are increasingly focused on developing and implementing new strategies, products, or…
How Companies Are Leveraging Technology to Meet Sustainability Challenges
According to an analysis by scientists from NOAA’s National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), 2023 was the planet’s warmest year on record. Along with the historic heat, Antarctic Sea ice…
To Comply or Not Comply With CSRD
With the first reporting deadline for the European Union’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) less than 6 months away, companies should be preparing for compliance. The directive is intended to…
The Rising Importance of Sustainability Reporting for Private Companies
While Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting is often associated with publicly traded companies, it is gaining significance for private companies as well. This movement is due, in part, to…
Key CBAM Reporting and Implementation Phases
The European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) is a new trade policy designed to prevent “carbon leakage.” This occurs when companies relocate their operations to countries with less stringent…
Growing Backlash Against Anti-ESG Initiatives
In recent years, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investing has gained significant traction with investors who are interested in considering factors beyond financial performance. However, this trend has also faced…
California’s New Corporate Climate Reporting Requirements
Despite talk of delays, California’s SB 253 and SB 261 appear to be on track for implementation in 2025. Companies will need to collect their Scope 1 and Scope 2…