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Beyond the $1 Trillion Sustainable Finance Milestone: Why Impact-Focused Leadership Matters
Why Market Growth Alone Isn’t Enough—and How ESG Leaders Can Drive Real Impact Sustainable finance has entered a new era. In 2024, global issuance of green, social, sustainability, and sustainability-linked (GSS+) bonds topped $1.05 trillion. It’s a historic achievement, pointing to deeper alignment between finance and sustainable development goals. Leading the charge was the […]
Why Sustainability Is a Long-Term Business Imperative in 2025
In 2025, sustainability is no longer a PR-driven concept—it’s a decisive business differentiator. Even as political uncertainty and shifting regulations cause some companies to temper their messaging, a growing number of organizations are doubling down on sustainability as a pathway to innovation, risk mitigation, and long-term value. A recent EY survey confirms this shift: while […]
The Most Effective Way to Align with the Three Key ESG Standards and Frameworks: ESRS, IFRS, and GRI
In today’s fast-evolving business environment, ESG reporting is no longer optional — it’s an expectation. Market conditions shaped by economic uncertainty, climate risk, regulatory shifts, and changing stakeholder values have led to a surge in global ESG disclosure requirements. At the heart of this landscape are three major frameworks shaping sustainability reporting across jurisdictions and […]
Who’s Leading the Tech Race?
Who’s Leading the Tech Race? The Global Powerhouses Driving Innovation in AI, Semiconductors, and Quantum Computing CSE Research Department, May 2025 In today’s fast-evolving world, technological dominance equals geopolitical and economic power. The nations spearheading breakthroughs in artificial intelligence (AI), semiconductors, and quantum computing are shaping not just markets—but the future. A newly released Bruegel […]
CSE Powers ESG Ratings for the Oman Leadership ESG Index at Oman Sustainability Week 2025
The Center for Sustainability and Excellence (CSE), a global leader in ESG advisory, is proud to lead the ESG Ratings of companies featured in the Oman Leadership ESG Index, officially unveiled during Oman Sustainability Week (OSW), held from May 11–15, 2025 in Muscat. This prestigious Index, introduced as part of the OSW Awards, showcases the […]
CSE Partners with the International ESG Shipping Awards for Carbon Neutrality
CSE Supports Carbon Neutral ESG Shipping Awards 2025 The Centre for Sustainability and Excellence (CSE) proudly partnered with the ESG Shipping Awards 2025 as the official Carbon Neutrality Partner, reinforcing its commitment to advancing sustainability in the maritime sector on a global scale. The international ceremony, held on May 23rd in Athens, brought together key […]
Why 2025 Is the Year to Renew Your ESG Certification — And Bring Your Team Along
Time to Renew Your ESG Certification? Here’s Why 2025 Is the Perfect Opportunity For more than two decades, the Center for Sustainability and Excellence (CSE) has been more than just a training provider — we’ve been a catalyst for ESG transformation. With over 10,000 leaders trained across 90+ countries, our programs have shaped the global […]
Mastering Double Materiality: The Key to CSRD Compliance and Strategic Impact
Double materiality and the CSRD are reshaping how companies report sustainability performance. As the EU strengthens its commitment to transparency and accountability, understanding this dual concept is vital. Businesses must now assess not only how sustainability issues affect them but also how their operations impact the environment and society. This blog explores how to align […]
State vs. Federal Sustainability Policy in 2025: Legal Setbacks and Policy Divergence
The tension between federal and state sustainability agendas continues to shape the environmental landscape of the United States. As of 2025, a series of high-profile legal and regulatory developments underscores just how fractured U.S. climate governance has become. One notable example is the recent dismissal of Bucks County’s climate lawsuit against major oil companies—a decision […]
When Is the Right Time to Conduct Double Materiality?
Why Timing Is Critical for Double Materiality Double materiality has become a vital element of sustainability and ESG strategy in the EU. It examines both how environmental and social issues affect a company and how the company impacts society and the environment. This approach, rooted in the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), goes beyond financial […]