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ESRS vs GRI vs IFRS: Which One Will Break Your ESG Strategy?

ESRS vs GRI vs IFRS explained for Europe. Learn which ESG reporting standard applies under CSRD, what investors expect, and how companies should align in 2026.

Why ESRS vs GRI vs IFRS Matters in Europe Across the EU, the UK, the Netherlands, and Ireland, sustainability teams are asking the same question in 2026: Do we report under ESRS, GRI, IFRS S1 and S2, or all three? With regulatory pressure rising and reporting complexity increasing, it’s no surprise that sustainability jobs are […]

The Role of Green Technology in Achieving U.S. Sustainability Goals

green technology U.S. sustainability goals

Green technology U.S. sustainability goals now depend on something practical: better data and smarter tools. U.S. companies need solutions that measure emissions accurately, reduce waste, and improve supply chain transparency. At the same time, stakeholders expect proof, not promises. That is why carbon measurement platforms, Scope 3 data tools, and ESG reporting systems are becoming […]

Why ESG Skills Matter in Shipping Finance

Shipping finance is changing fast. Learn ESG frameworks, emissions metrics, and Poseidon Principles to secure capital and stay compliant.

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 […]

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 […]

Why ESG Reporting Matters for Shipping Companies

ESG reporting helps shipping companies secure financing and meet lender expectations. Learn what banks want and how to prepare for 2026 compliance.

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Corporate Sustainability in Europe: 8 ESG Trends Defining 2026 and the Years Ahead

Discover the 8 ESG trends shaping corporate sustainability in Europe in 2026, from CSRD assurance to supply chain due diligence and ESG finance.

  By CSE Research Department Updated: January 2026   Europe’s ESG Reset – From Expansion to Execution Despite headlines about delays, deregulatory sentiment in some member states, and ongoing simplification efforts, Europe’s ESG framework is not being rolled back, it is being recalibrated. As of 2026, the European Union is entering a strategic phase of […]