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Why ESG Skills Matter in Shipping Finance
The shipping industry is undergoing a major transformation. As banks adopt stricter climate alignment rules and international regulators enforce emissions targets, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance has become a core part of shipping finance. It’s no longer enough to understand vessel values or market cycles. Today’s finance professionals must also evaluate climate risks, regulatory […]
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 […]
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 […]
Europe’s 2040 Climate Pathway: COP30 Implications for ESG Leaders
In the week leading up to COP30 in Belém, Brazil, Europe sent a mixed and rather uncomfortable message to the world. On paper, the EU reaffirms its commitment to climate neutrality by 2050. In practice, it has now agreed to a 90% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2040, compared with 1990 levels, surrounded […]
FSB Climate Risk Debate Exposes ESG Divide: Why U.S. Professionals Must Stay Ahead
At the June 2024 Financial Stability Board (FSB) Plenary, climate risk remained a central concern—but it also revealed a troubling divide. As global regulatory bodies inch closer to enforcing climate-related financial disclosures, the United States appears cautious, even hesitant. This divergence poses both a challenge and a responsibility for U.S.-based sustainability and ESG professionals. While […]
Canadian Banks’ Departure from Climate Coalitions: What It Means for ESG Commitments
In a move raising eyebrows across the global financial and sustainability communities, several major Canadian banks have quietly withdrawn from prominent international climate coalitions. These exits signal potential shifts in how Canada’s financial sector approaches environmental, social, and governance (ESG) commitments—and could have lasting implications for the country’s role in sustainable finance. Why Are Canadian […]
Pioneering ESG Leadership: The Successful Completion of CSE’s Groundbreaking Executive Sustainability Training
The Centre for Sustainability and Excellence (CSE) has once again set the standard for sustainability education with the successful conclusion of its Executive Sustainability and ESG Practitioner Training Program. This program brought together forward-thinking professionals from across the globe to innovate, collaborate, and advance their knowledge in ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) practices.https://cse-net.org/upcoming-certified-training-programs/ The participants […]
SEC Supports Climate Disclosure Rules: What It Means for Businesses and Investors
In a significant move to enhance corporate transparency, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has taken a bold step by supporting its Climate Risk Disclosure Rules. This legal brief emphasizes the need for companies to disclose climate-related risks, marking a pivotal moment in the ongoing integration of environmental factors into financial reporting and investor […]
Climate-related disclosures: A Critical Step Toward Sustainable Business Practices
https://cse-net.org/trainings/canada-sustainability-esg-course-cohort2-2/In today’s world, climate-related disclosures have become a crucial component of corporate governance and investment decisions. As the impact of climate change intensifies, companies and regulators alike are under increasing pressure to provide transparency about their environmental risks and strategies. Key modules to be covered during the upcoming US Certified Sustainability (ESG) Practitioner Program, on […]