EU sets a global requirement in supply chain sustainability
Business’ impacts take place throughout the entire value chain and the EU has already acknowledged this. The European Commission has set one more time high standards by becoming the first policymaker in the world to take concrete initiative for human rights and environmental violations in the supply chain. The Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive […]
Are we facing an energy crisis? Sectors that benefit and struggle the most
At the dawn of 2022, national economies, businesses, and households are facing a very serious international energy crisis, with the debate in the public sphere being exhausted in the daily surge of energy costs which breaks one record after another. The spike in gas and electricity prices we have been experiencing in the last months […]
Increase in inflation: Key Investment Trends to blow the surge in 2022
The Labor Department reported a historical high inflation in the U.S., with the growth in Seattle even higher. The Consumer Price Index, which measures the average change in prices for consumer goods and services over time, increased 7% across the U.S – the largest increase since 1981. In Seattle, prices climbed even faster, according to […]
5 ways the board of directors can contribute in ESG quality
ESG rises-up the political agenda and therefore it is being reported. The latest regulatory developments are shaping investor expectations on ESG and many board of directors are considering the best way to contribute to the long-term success with both quantitative and qualitative data. However, most companies do not have a formal process to collect nonfinancial […]
What does ESG mean for the Energy and Mining industry in Canada?
Environmental Social Governance (ESG) is a topic of increasing importance in all business sectors across Canada, shaping many corporations’ business agendas as investors prioritize integrative investment approaches. In the energy sector, many companies in Canada are motivated to set and attain ESG benchmarks, following strict local regulations. All of Canada’s largest oil and […]
New York Build 2022: The largest construction and design show for New York
Would you like to register your team for no-cost tickets to the largest construction & design show for New York (March 2-3, Javits Center)? The show is officially supported by the Mayor of New York. Featuring 300+ speakers across 11 conference tracks, AIA CES workshops, networking parties, Festival of Construction, live music, entertainment and much more. There are limited […]
Canadian pivot towards prioritization of ESG issues
For the Canadian financial services sector, ESG issues and climate change-related initiatives remain with an ongoing focus at the forefront. While the framework for climate change disclosures developed by the Financial Stability Board (FSB) and the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (the TCFD Framework) has received widespread support from businesses and governments, the federal […]
Mind the gap: Corporate climate pledges in the time of EU energy crisis
by CSE research team Europe’s energy sector is suffering from extreme malaise The future energy system will need to address all value chains of the energy sector while delivering energy transition and decarbonization goals, linking in an optimal way various energy resources and networks to the consumption sectors. Smart sector integration is expected to […]
Champion the vital role of your sustainability team in spurring momentum and change
How to” walk the talk” and follow through on your corporation’s climate commitments While climate targets and net-zero planning are gaining momentum globally, many of the world’s largest companies are failing to take significant enough steps to meet their pledges to reduce the impact of their greenhouse gas emissions in the decades ahead. Many […]
How to walk the walk on corporate climate commitments in the EU
In an era of transformative change Corporate Sustainability Leadership guides legislation and effectively manages internal and external risks. Sustainable profitability, the rule of law, cooperation between enterprises, civil society and governments are the greatest assets to respond to the public concerns for Europe’s future and new model for sustainable and digital growth. With the start […]