Are US Sustainability Jobs the Future of Work? Part 1

Why Sustainability Jobs Matter in the US Sustainability jobs in the United States are no longer emerging roles. They are now embedded across core business functions. This shift reflects how companies respond to climate risk, investor scrutiny, and regulatory pressure. According to CSE Annual Research in Sustainability 2026, demand for sustainability professionals in the US […]
How Banks Score ESG in Ship Finance

Ship finance is changing fast. Banks no longer assess risk using only charter coverage, vessel values, and market cycles. Today, they also examine whether a shipping company can manage transition risk, demonstrate emissions performance, and stay compliant with tightening climate rules. For shipping companies, this shift is not theoretical. It affects cost of capital, refinancing […]
Why ESG Reporting Matters for Shipping Companies

Shipping companies face rising pressure from lenders, investors, and regulators to prove they can manage climate risk and compliance exposure. ESG reporting has become the tool that turns sustainability performance into financing credibility. According to the International Maritime Organization (IMO), international shipping accounts for nearly 3% of global GHG emissions, making emissions tracking critical to […]
Sustainability and Economic Growth: How U.S. Companies Can Achieve Both in 2026

For decades, sustainability was viewed as a cost or a constraint on growth. In 2026, that perception no longer reflects reality. Across the United States, companies are demonstrating that sustainability strengthens long-term economic performance, improves resilience, and builds competitive advantage. Rather than slowing growth, sustainability is now a core driver of efficiency, innovation, and trust. […]
How AI Impacts Corporate Sustainability Data

Corporate sustainability teams have a data problem, not a storytelling problem. They juggle emissions, energy, supplier activity, HR indicators, risk registers, and narrative disclosures. Then they must tie everything to frameworks, controls, and deadlines. Meanwhile, expectations keep rising. A PwC global survey found pressure for sustainability reporting continues to increase, and the use of AI […]
Where Sustainability Professionals Should Focus in 2026

In 2026, sustainability professionals will be measured less by ambition and more by delivery. Leaders expect clear plans. Procurement needs supplier-ready requirements. Stakeholders want evidence that targets drive real operational change. So the real question is not what is “new” in sustainability. It is where you should focus to create measurable impact. Below are the […]
Aligning U.S. Supply Chains with Sustainability Goals in 2026

Why Supply Chain Sustainability Matters in 2026 U.S. supply chains face growing pressure in 2026. Climate risks, regulatory scrutiny, and investor expectations now shape sourcing and operations. Sustainability has shifted from a compliance task to a strategic priority that supports resilience, cost control, and long-term value. According to IntegrityNext’s analysis of global supply chain trends, […]
Sustainability Reporting Standards: A Guide for U.S. Corporations in 2026

Sustainability reporting in the United States is no longer a voluntary communication exercise. By 2026, it has become a core element of corporate governance, risk management, and investor relations. While public debate around ESG terminology continues, expectations from regulators, investors, customers, and supply chain partners are steadily rising. U.S. corporations now operate in a complex […]
Key Sustainability Trends Shaping Canadian Business in 2026

As Canada heads into 2026, ESG is becoming a decisive factor in how companies compete, invest, and build trust in the market. Indeed, sustainability is no longer framed as a voluntary commitment or reputational add-on. Specifically, it is increasingly influencing access to capital, regulatory exposure, and long-term business resilience. With tighter scrutiny of climate and […]
Sustainability & ESG Without the Label: Nine Key Trends Shaping US Business in 2026

Despite political headwinds, Sustainability remains deeply embedded in the U.S. economy. Trillions of dollars are still managed under sustainable investment strategies. State-level climate regulations are expanding, and companies are accelerating efforts around climate risk, supply chain transparency, and data-driven reporting. While political debates swirl around the term “ESG,” the reality inside boardrooms, investment committees, and […]