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European Banks Lead in ESG Performance with Room for Improvement

European Banks Lead in ESG Performance with Room for Improvement

European banks are emerging as global leaders in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance, according to the latest research from EY, the Sustainable Finance Index. Despite this achievement, their actions on societal issues lag behind those of banking organizations in the US and the Asia-Pacific region, particularly in the realms of diversity and inclusion (D&I). […]

Unlock the Secrets to Success: CSE’s Annual Research on ESG unveils insights from the most profitable companies in EU, the US and Canada

Unlock the Secrets to Success: CSE’s Annual Research on ESG unveils insights from the most profitable companies in EU, the US and Canada

The Center for Sustainability and Excellence (CSE) is pleased to announce the release of its seventh annual research findings on ESG Reporting Trends, providing a comprehensive overview of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices from 200 companies listed in the FT 500 across Europe, the United States and Canada. This research delves into the intricate […]

Why ESG rankings are crucial for corporate growth

ESG rankings, corporate growth

A Blueprint for Corporate Growth   Investment Landscape and Sustainable Strategies   Investment professionals, including fund managers and family offices, typically rely on preferred indices for selecting corporate investments. They closely monitor indices like the S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq. Many individuals also have preferred stock analysts who utilize more flexible criteria, with platforms […]

5 Strategies to Anticipate and Address Future Challenges’ ‘Preparing for ESRS Reporting Standards.

ESRS

Introduction: First of all, in a recent European Parliament vote, the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) received strong support, defeating a motion to limit their scope. These new sustainability reporting rules will apply to approximately 50,000 companies starting in January 2024, with sector-specific reporting temporarily delayed due to concerns from the private sector.     […]

Empowering Sustainability Leaders: Resounding Success of CSE’s Advanced Certified Sustainability (ESG) Practitioner Program in September 2023

CSE is delighted to announce the resounding success of its Advanced Certified Sustainability (ESG) Practitioner Program, Digital Edition held in September 2023

CSE is delighted to announce the resounding success of its Advanced Certified Sustainability (ESG) Practitioner Program, Digital Edition held in September 2023. ESG, Sustainability Managers, HSE and Investor Relations Directors, CSR Managers, senior Directors, Environmental Leads, and C-level Executives once again chose CSE’s Practitioner Program to gain the latest tools and knowledge for achieving sustainability […]

Empowering Gulf and Middle East Nations: COP28 and Τhe Road to Sustainable Transformation

COP28

Gulf and Middle East countries grapple with critical challenges including water scarcity, extreme heat, geopolitical tensions, and dependence on fossil fuels. To address these, initiatives like economic diversification, renewable energy investments, and regional cooperation are crucial. COP28 holds immense potential in catalyzing sustainable practices, fostering resilience, and accelerating the transition towards a greener, more sustainable […]

Understanding the Impact of Recent SEC Updates on Energy & Utilities, Financial Services, and Technology Sectors

How proposed SEC rules can affect the Energy & Utilities, Financial Services, and Technology sectors?

The main objectives of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)  are to protect investors, enforce securities laws, and facilitate capital formation. The SEC regulates securities markets, sets disclosure requirements for companies, promotes fair trading practices, and takes enforcement actions against securities law violators. It also plays a vital role in market regulation, international cooperation, […]

AI applications: panacea or threat to sustainable development and ESG assessments?

AI applications: panacea or threat to sustainable development and ESG assessments?

Artificial intelligence (AI) and its applications are evolving at a rapid pace and are increasingly penetrating our everyday lives. From the arcade games of the 90s, we have moved on to smart phones that feature both data and AI applications, such as Google Assistant and Siri. Today we are all talking about AI applications, which […]