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How Banks Score ESG in Ship Finance

Ship finance is shifting fast. Learn why banks now require ESG data, how the Poseidon Principles shape lending, and what shipping companies must report to secure capital.

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 […]

Sustainability and Economic Growth: How U.S. Companies Can Achieve Both in 2026

sustainability and economic growth U.S. companies

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

How AI Impacts 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

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

Sustainability Reporting Standards: A Guide for U.S. Corporations 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 standards U.S. corporations

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

Canada sustainability trends 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

Sustainability ESG trends US 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 […]

What Does New York’s GHG Rule Mean?

What Does New York’s GHG Rule Mean?

Introduction to New York’s Mandatory GHG Reporting New York has introduced a far reaching climate regulation that will reshape how large emitters track and disclose greenhouse gas emissions. Beginning in 2027, companies operating in or supplying New York will need to comply with a mandatory greenhouse gas reporting rule issued by the New York State […]

Who Leads Sustainability in the US & Canada? CSE Annual Research

Sustainability Leaders 2026 CSE Annual Research

In 2026, Sustainability leaders across North America are setting a powerful standard. Sustainability is no longer a separate priority, it is a central business function. When done right, it drives profitability, reduces risk, and increases resilience. The Center for Sustainability and Excellence (CSE) analyzed 210 of the most profitable FT 500 companies across 21 sectors. […]