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Global Decarbonization and the Critical Role of Financial Institutions

What do financial institutions need for portfolio emissions measurement and reporting? Financial institutions (FIs) must measure portfolio emissions regularly to demonstrate progress in decarbonization over time, and they must start with a baseline measurement. FIs that are ready to determine their baseline face several challenges, including incomplete or inconsistent emissions data in some areas of the business. In other areas, data may be missing entirely. Read More

How worldviews will shape the future of equitable climate action

Sponsored: New Deloitte report looks at the critical realities about climate and equity that leaders will need to reckon with today to make smart choices for the future. Read More

'High time to invest in more climate adaption': Natural catastrophes cost insurers $50B in first half of 2023

Severe thunderstorms account for up to 70 percent of $50 billion in natural catastrophe losses in the first half of 2023, Swiss Re Institute estimates. Read More

Does your climate risk plan cover extreme heat? 4 questions to consider

Climate scenario planning often glosses over the impacts of heat on infrastructure. That needs to change. Read More

It’s up to companies to protect workers from extreme heat — here’s how to adapt

In the absence of strong regulation, it’s up to ESG and human resource professionals to craft corporate policies to keep employees safe during heat waves. Read More

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10 Tips for How ESG Leadership and Staff Can Support Company Boards

Improve ESG Knowledge and Understanding at the Board Level Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) programs have experienced significant growth in both visibility and importance in the past five years. Read More

A plastic-free Daryl Hannah Barbie? Not for real

A fake press release trumpeting a pledge to ban plastic from Mattel's iconic doll is revealed as a stunt staged by Daryl Hannah and eco-activist agency Yes Men. Read More

'New age of environmental responsibility': Reporting rules will affect more than 50,000 companies

Most companies reporting through CDP are already partially prepared for the newly adopted European Sustainability Reporting Standards. Read More

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An Overview of ISO 14001: Using the Standard To Improve Environmental Management

Environmental management is about more than just maintaining regulatory compliance and avoiding failures, like fines and reputational risks. There are several benefits that come with a robust environmental management system focused on achieving positive outcomes, and many industry leaders are turning to ISO 14001 to guide their journey. Read More

Four advantages to obtaining independent ESG assurance

Sponsored: ESG data disclosure requirements and stakeholder pressure are mounting. Here’s how independently assured data can help companies strengthen reporting. Read More