Canada’s Third Green Bond Issuance: Advancing Sustainable Finance

The Government of Canada is strengthening its commitment to sustainable finance with its third green bond issuance, announced in February 2025. This move signals Canada’s expanding role in global ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) leadership. It also supports the shift toward climate-focused investments and clean economic growth. Green bonds help fund environmentally beneficial projects like […]
U.S. Approach to Sustainability in 2025: Policies and Trends

In 2025, the landscape of U.S. sustainability policies is shaped as much by politics as by climate science. While federal momentum has slowed, the drive for sustainable practices is shifting toward state-level legislation, private-sector accountability, and growing investor scrutiny. The result? A complex but urgent environment where professionals and organizations must be proactive, informed, and […]
The Omnibus Package: What Companies and ESG Managers Need to Know

In response to growing concerns about the complexity of sustainability regulations and their potential to hinder European businesses, the European Commission has introduced the Omnibus Simplification Package. This proposal aims to streamline corporate sustainability reporting while maintaining the EU’s ambitious environmental and social goals. The Omnibus package is a critical turning point in the EU’s […]
The UK’s Revenue Certainty Mechanism: Advancing Sustainable Aviation Fuel

Revenue Certainty Mechanism (RCM) in the UK The Revenue Certainty Mechanism (RCM) is a new UK government policy. It aims to speed up the development of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). The RCM guarantees stable returns for producers. This reduces investment risk and encourages a shift away from fossil fuels. As aviation faces growing pressure to […]
The Greenhushing Dilemma

A Corporate Challenge for Europe’s Sustainability Future In the face of growing global pressure for corporate climate action, companies are encountering a new challenge: greenhushing. While greenwashing—the practice of overstating environmental credentials—is widely known, greenhushing presents the opposite problem. It is the silence surrounding sustainability efforts, driven by fear of backlash, litigation, and scrutiny. As […]
Canadian Banks’ Departure from Climate Coalitions: What It Means for ESG Commitments

In a move raising eyebrows across the global financial and sustainability communities, several major Canadian banks have quietly withdrawn from prominent international climate coalitions. These exits signal potential shifts in how Canada’s financial sector approaches environmental, social, and governance (ESG) commitments—and could have lasting implications for the country’s role in sustainable finance. Why Are Canadian […]
Sustainability Training in the USA: Adapting to DEI Policy Shifts

As corporate priorities shift in response to evolving legal and political landscapes, with significant DEI Policy Shifts, sustainability training has emerged as a vital tool for U.S. businesses. It’s no longer just about checking boxes—it’s about building resilient organizations that can adapt to uncertainty, align with stakeholder expectations, and deliver long-term value. DEI Policy Shifts […]
Canadian Professionals Champion Corporate Sustainability Through CSE’s Certified ESG Practitioner Program

Canadian Professionals Champion Corporate Sustainability Through ESG Practitioner Certification Toronto, Canada – March 25, 2025 – The Center for Sustainability and Excellence (CSE) is transforming Canada’s sustainability landscape with its Certified Sustainability (ESG) Practitioner Program – Leadership Edition 2025. Corporate sustainability strategies and ESG regulations evolve quickly; Canadian professionals can now acquire specialized skills to […]
Navigating ESG Compliance Amidst Evolving SEC Regulations in 2025

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) compliance is experiencing significant shifts in 2025, particularly due to evolving regulations from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Sustainability professionals face a challenging regulatory environment as new rules reshape ESG reporting and investor engagement. The Changing Landscape Under the SEC Recent regulatory changes by the SEC, particularly under […]
Alberta’s Coal Policy Shift: Navigating the Environmental and Economic Impacts

Alberta’s Coal Policy Shift: Navigating the Environmental and Economic Impacts Alberta Coal Policy Shift through the decision to lift its coal exploration moratorium marks a pivotal moment for both environmental advocates and economic developers. This significant Alberta coal policy change brings with it profound implications for regional environmental sustainability and economic growth. Understanding Alberta’s Coal […]