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RBC’s Shift in Sustainable Finance: A Wake-Up Call for ESG Professionals

RBC sustainable finance

In a surprising move that has sent ripples through the financial and sustainability sectors, Royal Bank of Canada (RBC), one of the nation’s largest lenders, has decided to walk away from its sustainable finance targets. This development raises critical questions about the role of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) commitments in the Canadian financial industry […]

Successful Completion of US Sustainability Training Program: Empowering Leaders to Drive Change

US Sustainability Training Program

The US Sustainability Training Program wrapped up its latest session on June 5–6 and 9, 2025, with outstanding success. Organized by the Center for Sustainability and Excellence (CSE), this three-day course empowered professionals to lead sustainable change in their organizations. A Diverse Group with a Common Goal Participants came from Thoughtworks, Cargill, Liberty Diversified, Phillips […]

EPA Downplays Power Plant Emissions Despite Contradictory Survey

Power Plant Emissions

In June 2025, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) stated that carbon emissions from fossil fuel-fired power plants do not pose a significant health or environmental threat. This perspective, released as part of a regulatory analysis of Power Plant Emissions, has drawn considerable attention from scientists and sustainability professionals. The EPA emphasized market-based declines in […]

Canada’s 2035 Emissions Targets: What Sustainability Professionals Need to Know

Canada's 2035 Emissions Targets

Canada’s 2035 Emissions Targets: A 2035 Milestone with Global Implications In December 2024, the Canadian government announced a new national commitment: to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 45%–50% below 2005 levels by 2035. This move aligns Canada with global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C, as outlined in the IPCC’s Sixth Assessment Report. It builds […]

Push to Ease Clean-Energy Tax Credit Provisions Gains Momentum

clean energy tax credit

The drive to correct flaws in the U.S. clean-energy tax credit framework is gaining urgent momentum. Lawmakers, industry leaders, and sustainability advocates are warning that unless the current administration eases start-date restrictions, billions in investments could be stalled — threatening both U.S. climate ambitions and the credibility of its landmark Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) . […]

Move to Repeal California’s EV Regulations Sparks Nationwide Debate

California’s EV regulations

  In a move that could reshape America’s automotive future, the federal government plans to repeal California’s EV regulations. This decision, expected to be signed by former President Donald Trump, aims to dismantle California’s ambitious EV mandates. As a result, it has sparked a national debate about state autonomy versus federal oversight in environmental policy. […]

UK Stewardship Code 2026 A Redefinition or Retreat from ESG?

UK Stewardship Code 2026 A Redefinition or Retreat from ESG

As the Financial Reporting Council (FRC) unveils the UK Stewardship Code 2026, a wave of debate has swept across the UK’s investment and asset management landscape. This pivotal update—effective January 2026—reframes how stewardship is defined and practiced. While it promises reduced reporting burdens and sharper focus, its removal of explicit references to environmental and social […]

New Tax Bill Could Hinder U.S. Clean Energy Progress and Raise Bills

new tax bill

A new tax bill passed by the U.S. House of Representatives on May 22, 2025, has raised significant concerns among clean energy advocates, economists, and consumer groups. The bill’s provisions could slow the nation’s transition to renewable energy and contribute to higher electricity bills for millions of Americans. What’s Changing in the Tax Code? The […]

Value Creation Through Sustainability: Beyond Compliance and Reporting

value creation throught sustainability

In recent years, the ESG landscape has undergone a significant shift. No longer confined to check-the-box compliance, sustainability has emerged as a key lever for strategic value creation. While new regulations—from the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) to SEC’s Climate-Related Disclosure Framework —continue to drive mandatory disclosures, leading companies are reframing sustainability not as […]