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How can companies speed up climate action?
Government and corporate commitments, finance development and capital investment were the major topics on COP26 agenda. Companies can play a decisive role in accelerating climate action, both by decarbonizing their own operations and by developing and producing the next generation of technologies that can help prevent ongoing greenhouse gas emissions. For companies in carbon-intensive operations […]
Nikos Avlonas discusses ESG at the Environmental Transformation Podcast
“ESG: Why is it important and how is it changing the way we do business” We are excited that Nikos Avlonas, CEO of CSE was hosted at the Environmental Transformation Podcast by Sean Grady to discuss hot topics, such as how Sustainability reporting has changed over the years, what role the investment community has […]
IFRS Foundation announces new body to oversee global sustainability disclosure standards: A big step forward. How will investors’ needs be met?
COP presidency takes a historic step as governments, banks, financial institutions, and organizations move away from the coal, which is the single biggest contributor to climate change. It is the first time for COP presidency to prioritize this issue and put a bold end date on international fossil fuel finance. A new gold standard on […]
COP26: More than 20 countries end financing for fossil fuel projects
Talks are continuing in Glasgow and the COP26 summit is accelerating even more the action towards the goals of the Paris Agreement and the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change. The discussion around fossil fuels is gaining momentum, with more than 20 countries committing to end financing for fossil fuel projects abroad. For the first […]
Energy Crisis: ESG Investing shows the way out
The EU, like many other regions in the world, is currently experiencing a sharp rise in energy prices. This is principally driven by increased global demand for energy, and in particular gas. The European Commission has been consulting widely on the appropriate response to the current situation and has participated in debates with Members of […]
ESG Reporting at the center of attention during the Digital Certified Sustainability ESG Practitioner Program in October 2021, Leadership Edition
Always at the forefront of ESG trends and challenges, the Center for Sustainability (ESG) and Excellence constantly aims to stay ahead by training and growing its network of certified sustainability (ESG) practitioners. The digital program incorporates three live sessions, facilitated by global Lead Trainers, including Nikos Avlonas, Founder and President of CSE. The course combines the […]
The time to prepare for the SFDR is now: Get ready for climate change impact
The Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) – together with a range of other EU sustainable finance initiatives – is intended to support the European Green Deal, which envisions a European economy that is climate neutral by 2050. Europe’s advanced sustainable finance regulations are reshaping the market for investment, bringing new companies to market, encouraging […]
SEC issues sample letter to companies regarding compliance with climate change disclosures
By CSE Research Team As US government recently acknowledged climate change as one of the highest priorities, the Securities and Exchange Commission has made it clear that many public companies have substantial current disclosure requirements. Instead of waiting for more extensive climate change disclosure rules, they should act now and ensure that they are […]
CSE announces partnership with Reuters Events Sustainable Business for 2021
CSE is pleased to announce their partnership with Reuters Events Sustainable Business for their upcoming conference, The Responsible Business USA 2021, taking place on November 16th – 18th virtually. As part of this partnership, we are pleased to offer the members of CSE complementary passes for Responsible business USA 2021, all you need to […]
COP26 could take Climate Finance and ESG investing to the next level: How Corporate Community can rise to the challenge
By CSE Research Team Investors have recognized the significance of COP26, and its outcome will structure their actions and develop consensus on the best practices. Therefore, understanding climate finance is key and early movers will benefit the most out of the new business opportunities that arise. Around 70% of the world economy is now […]