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3 Myths About California Climate Rule
California’s Climate Accountability Package (CAP)—made up of SB 253 (the Corporate Data Accountability Act) and SB 261 (the Climate-Related Financial Risk Act)—marks the first-of-its-kind climate disclosure mandate in the U.S. Despite its bold scope, several myths have sprung up around the rule. As a sustainability professional, it’s vital to know what’s real and what’s not. […]
OSFI Delays Scope 3 Emissions Reporting: What ESG Professionals Need to Know
Canada’s Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) has announced a significant delay in the mandatory reporting of Scope 3 financed emissions by banks and insurance companies. This three-year postponement—from 2025 to 2028—gives Canadian financial institutions more time to prepare, but it also signals broader shifts in ESG expectations and regulatory alignment. For ESG […]
Canada’s New Legislation to Accelerate Project Approvals
Canada’s resource and infrastructure sectors are entering a period of rapid transformation. A new bill aims to streamline project approvals and eliminate trade barriers between provinces. This shift is designed to speed up developments in energy, infrastructure, and mining. It also supports both economic growth and sustainability goals. Yet, this acceleration comes with complex regulatory […]
Why ESG Expertise Is Europe’s Best Defense in a Changing Regulatory Landscape
As the EU considers scaling back core sustainability regulations, sustainability professionals at SMEs and multinationals alike face a defining moment: wait and react—or lead the next wave of ESG strategy and innovation. This November, the European Certified Sustainability ESG Practitioner Program will equip you with the expertise, frameworks, and practical tools to lead with […]
Procter & Gamble’s Forest Sourcing Transparency: ESG Training Insights
Procter & Gamble (P&G), one of the world’s largest consumer goods companies, is taking significant steps to improve the transparency of its forest product sourcing. This comes amid growing investor pressure and a broader push for sustainable supply chains. Understanding these moves is essential for Canadian sustainability professionals seeking to strengthen their expertise through ESG […]
BMO’s Exit from Net-Zero Banking Alliance: A Call for ESG Literacy
On January 17, 2025, the Bank of Montreal (BMO) made headlines by becoming the first Canadian bank to withdraw from the Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA) — a move that has stirred debate within the sustainability and financial communities. As the ESG landscape grows more complex, this decision underscores the need for robust ESG literacy among […]
HSBC’s Net-Zero Delay: Implications for ESG Professionals
In February 2025, HSBC made headlines by delaying its net-zero emissions target by a staggering 20 years. The bank, once considered a front-runner in climate finance, has pushed its commitment to 2070 — drawing widespread criticism from environmentalists, investors, and policymakers alike. As reported by The Guardian, the move coincides with CEO Noel Quinn’s significant […]
AI and ESG Integration: The Future of Responsible Technology
The convergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices is redefining the future of responsible technology. As AI continues to drive innovations across industries, embedding ESG principles into its development and deployment is no longer optional—it is a strategic and ethical necessity. The Urgency of AI ESG Integration AI systems, if […]
ESG Metrics in Executive Compensation: What Professionals Should Know
Linking ESG metrics to executive compensation has become a hallmark of progressive corporate governance. For Canadian sustainability professionals, this trend offers both an opportunity and a challenge: understanding how ESG factors are influencing pay structures at the highest levels of leadership. The Rise of ESG Metrics in Executive Compensation Globally, more than 75% of S&P […]
Canada’s Green Workforce Initiative: Opportunities for ESG Professionals
Canada is taking bold steps to build a resilient, future-ready green workforce. This move opens exciting opportunities for sustainability professionals. As the country works toward net-zero emissions by 2050, demand for ESG expertise is rising quickly. Sectors like clean energy, finance, and regulatory compliance are growing. Now more than ever, ESG training is more than […]