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The Role of ESG in Shipping Finance and Industry Transformation
What is the Role of ESG in Shipping Finance and Industry Transformation? The maritime industry is undergoing a significant transformation as ESG criteria increasingly shape its financial landscape. This shift is not just a trend but a fundamental shift in how Shipping & Logistics companies access capital and plan for sustainability. ESG criteria, though often […]
Effective ESG Reporting for Shipping and Logistics: What Companies Need to Know
Here’s what companies need to know to succeed, the key frameworks and standards to adopt, and how to monitor performance effectively. As the global shipping and logistics sector continues its journey through the green transition, effective ESG reporting has become a regulatory and strategic necessity. Investors, stakeholders, and customers are increasingly demanding transparency and accountability, […]
Top Sustainability Trends to Watch in 2025: Insights for U.S. Professionals
As we approach 2025, sustainability is no longer optional—it’s a key driver of business success. For U.S. professionals, staying ahead of sustainability trends is vital to remaining competitive, meeting stakeholder expectations, and complying with evolving regulations. Here are the top sustainability trends shaping 2025 and actionable strategies to help companies adapt. Major Sustainability Trends to […]
The Draghi Report A Strategic Vision for Sustainable Competitiveness in the European Union
Last month, Mario Draghi, the distinguished former President of the European Central Bank, presented a seminal report to the European Commission, casting a sharp focus on the economic future of Europe, especially through the transformative lens of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) sustainability. Industry leaders often send executives and sustainability teams to CSE’s flagship training, […]
Global Leaders at CSE’s 2024 Sustainability & ESG Leadership Summit in NYC
CSE’s 2024 Sustainability and ESG Leadership Summit Brings Global Leaders Together in NYC to Discuss ESG, Innovation, and Net-Zero Strategies October 4, 2024 – New York, NY – The Center for Sustainability and Excellence (CSE) is pleased to announce the overwhelming success of its 2024 Sustainability and ESG Leadership Summit, held on September 30 in […]
How North American Investors Are Shaping the Future of ESG
ESG in North American investors is driving significant changes across industries. Investors are now prioritizing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors alongside financial performance, reshaping how businesses operate and report on sustainability. Investor Demand for ESG Disclosures Investor demand for transparency is at an all-time high, with ESG in North American investors at […]
EU Council Endorses Revised Legislation on CSDDD
A Landmark Decision In a landmark decision, the European Council greenlit a scaled-back version of the long-debated Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) on Friday March 15. This move marks a significant step towards ensuring that businesses operating within the EU uphold fundamental ethical standards in their practices. While the law represents a compromise between […]
Green Sheen to True Green: How to Master Canada’s Anti-Greenwashing Laws for ESG Excellence
In today’s environmentally conscious landscape, companies face increasing scrutiny over their sustainability practices, but the challenge of greenwashing threatens the integrity of genuine efforts. In Canada, stringent legislative measures aim to ensure transparency and authenticity in corporate sustainability claims. A good portion of CSE’s flagship Sustainability Program for C-suite executives focuses on ESGs and Canadian […]
ESG Practices shaping business success
Uncovering the path to success. CSE’s Research sheds light on Top – Tier Companies’ ESG practices and frameworks in the US and Canada, offering a structured approach to evaluating a company’s sustainable operation and profitability. By Professor Nikos Avlonas President of CSE For the seventh consecutive year, the Center for Sustainability and Excellence (CSE) […]
Winning the ESG & Net-Zero Race – Trends for 2024 and beyond
Celebrating 16 years of the Largest Community of Sustainability Professionals In a landmark event on January 30, CSE hosted its Annual Sustainability Practitioners event, themed “Winning the ESG & Net-Zero Race – Trends for 2024 and beyond”. This celebratory event brought together thought leaders, institutions, and corporate executives that shared best practices for ESG integration […]