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 […]
Why Corporate Transparency on Impacts and Risks Matters

Live Zoom Session Corporate transparency is no longer optional. Investors, regulators, and consumers are demanding clarity on how businesses affect society and the environment—and how sustainability issues affect business performance. This is where double materiality comes in. In August 2025, over 300 organizations called on EU policymakers to safeguard the double materiality foundation of […]
What CEOs need to know about CSRD in France?

Not complying with sustainability disclosure rules means jail time in France! France stands out as the first EU member state to integrate the directive into its domestic legislation, enforcing penalties for non-compliance. The year 2024 signifies the commencement of data collection, with initial reports expected in 2025. Thus, it is advisable to invest time in […]
5 Essential Steps for the UK Businesses: Mastering Sustainability Challenges and CSRD Reporting

UK’s Environmental Policy Update: Two weeks ago, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak adjusted the UK’s environmental policy, delaying the ban on new petrol and diesel cars for five years, now set to take effect in 2035. He defended this move, stating it doesn’t compromise the government’s net-zero commitments. Sunak stressed the need for a practical and […]