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The Latest Suggested Positions for CSRD and CSDDD legislations from European Parliament
A New Phase in EU Sustainability Legislation The European Parliament CSRD CSDDD updates introduced through the Omnibus I Directive mark a turning point in the evolution of EU sustainability regulation. While attention earlier in 2025 focused on the Stop-the-Clock Directive, the Parliament’s new position offers targeted improvements to CSRD and CSDDD aimed at increasing clarity, […]
Why Canadian ESG Training Matters: Inside CSE’s 2025 Success
Canadian ESG Training Success in 2025 The year 2025 was one of the most impactful periods in the Centre for Sustainability & Excellence (CSE)’s 20-year history, particularly across Canada. With updates to the Canadian Sustainability Standards Board (CSSB), federal climate disclosure expectations, and strengthened provincial environmental regulations, Canadian organizations are increasingly seeking credible, practical ESG […]
How 2025 Became a Landmark Year for US Sustainability Training
Why 2025 Was a Breakthrough Year for CSE’s US Programs The year 2025 marked one of the most successful periods in the 20-year history of the Centre for Sustainability & Excellence (CSE). Our U.S. Certified Sustainability Practitioner Programs held in February, June, and October, and throughout the fall reached record participation, stronger engagement, and outstanding […]
California Climate Rules: What Companies Must Do No
Introduction to California SB-253 and Why It Matters California changed the national conversation on climate transparency through SB-253, the Climate Corporate Data Accountability Act. This law introduces one of the strongest emissions disclosure frameworks in the United States. It affects thousands of companies that do business in California, even if they have no physical presence […]
EU Sustainability Reporting 2025: What Changes and How to Prepare
In 2025, sustainability reporting in the European Union is undergoing a major shift, driven by a coordinated effort to reduce administrative complexity while preserving essential safeguards. Following the recent vote in the European Parliament, the regulatory landscape for ESG disclosure is set to change significantly, with a strong emphasis on proportionality and targeted impact. On […]
CSE Fall 2025 ESG Programs Empower Sustainability Leaders Across North America
This fall, the Center for Sustainability & Excellence (CSE) successfully completed its Certified Sustainability (ESG) Practitioner Programs in the United States and Canada, welcoming a diverse group of professionals from sectors including real estate, energy, infrastructure, manufacturing, and finance. Led by Nikos Avlonas, CSE President, alongside John Grehmer (U.S. cohort) and Rosalinda Sanquiche (Canadian […]
Why the EU’s New Budget Will Decide Europe’s Climate Future
Europe stands at a crossroads. The next Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) 2028–2034, the EU’s long-term budget, will determine how Europe invests in climate action, innovation, and industrial competitiveness over the next decade. With global competition intensifying and climate impacts worsening, the MFF must do more than balance numbers, it must set the strategic direction for […]
Why the EU Sustainability Reporting Omnibus Is a Turning Point for ESG Professionals
In February 2025, the European Commission introduced the Omnibus I package, a pivotal regulatory reform aimed at streamlining the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and related frameworks. Designed to balance reporting burdens with transparency, the Omnibus I signals a shift, not just in regulation, but in the strategic role ESG professionals must now play. With […]
Sustainability-Linked Loans: Canada’s Moment
Why SLLs matter now Sustainability-linked loans (SLLs) tie a borrower’s cost of capital to meeting clear sustainability performance targets (SPTs). Unlike green bonds, funds aren’t earmarked; value comes from credible KPIs, transparent verification, and consequences for missing targets. In Canada, SLLs are gaining traction across mining, energy, and infrastructure, creating a real need for […]
Why Canada’s AI & Greenwashing Rules Matter for ESG Pros
New rules, new skills Canada has tightened the screws on both environmental claims and AI market conduct. In June 2025, the Competition Bureau released final environmental-claims guidelines explaining what evidence you need before you market product or business benefits. In January 2025, it also summarized AI competition risks, including vertical integration, access to compute/data, […]