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The Greenhushing Dilemma
A Corporate Challenge for Europe’s Sustainability Future In the face of growing global pressure for corporate climate action, companies are encountering a new challenge: greenhushing. While greenwashing—the practice of overstating environmental credentials—is widely known, greenhushing presents the opposite problem. It is the silence surrounding sustainability efforts, driven by fear of backlash, litigation, and scrutiny. As […]
Alberta’s Coal Policy Shift: Navigating the Environmental and Economic Impacts
Alberta’s Coal Policy Shift: Navigating the Environmental and Economic Impacts Alberta Coal Policy Shift through the decision to lift its coal exploration moratorium marks a pivotal moment for both environmental advocates and economic developers. This significant Alberta coal policy change brings with it profound implications for regional environmental sustainability and economic growth. Understanding Alberta’s Coal […]
Canada’s Elimination of the Consumer Carbon Tax: Implications for Sustainability Initiatives
Canada’s Elimination of the Consumer Carbon Tax: Implications for Sustainability Initiatives Canada’s recent decision to eliminate the consumer carbon tax has sparked extensive discussions among sustainability professionals, policymakers, and environmental advocates. This policy shift has raised critical questions about Canada’s future commitment to sustainability. Understanding the Carbon Tax Removal The consumer carbon tax was initially […]
How CSRD is Transforming Board Oversight of ESG in Canadian Companies
The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) board oversight is significantly influencing the way Canadian businesses approach ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) practices. Boards are actively enhancing their roles to meet these new reporting standards. According to recent insights from Datamaran’s survey, 71% of companies are proactively strengthening their board oversight to comply with CSRD requirements. This […]
Sustainability-Linked Loans (SLLs): Green Finance or Greenwashing?
How Major Polluters Exploit Sustainability-Linked Loans (SLLs) Sustainability-Linked Loans (SLLs) are a growing financial tool designed to support companies in improving their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance. Banks have issued billions in SLLs, including to some of Canada’s largest corporate polluters, under the premise that these firms will enhance sustainability practices. However, many of […]
The Strategic Advantage of Proactive Sustainability in Canadian Supply Chains
In today’s rapidly evolving global marketplace, Canadian businesses are recognizing the need for greater sustainability within their supply chains. Moving beyond compliance, companies that proactively integrate sustainability strategies are not only mitigating risk but also enhancing operational efficiency, achieving cost savings, and gaining a competitive advantage. With global trade disruptions and increased regulatory scrutiny on […]
US Sustainability Professionals: Navigating 2025 Trends & Building Green Skills
US Sustainability Professionals are at the forefront of transformative change in a world increasingly defined by environmental urgency and the shifting dynamics of sustainability practices. Professionals in the field are at the epicenter of transformative change. As we look to 2025, several crucial Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) trends are reshaping the industry. Meanwhile, the […]
ESG Investments in Canada: the impact of the U.S. Presidency
The U.S. presidency’s impact on ESG investments is a critical factor shaping Canada’s sustainable strategies. As U.S. policies shift, Canadian businesses must adjust their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) frameworks to stay competitive in evolving markets. Understanding these changes and leveraging opportunities in sustainability will be essential for long-term success. US Policy Shifts and […]
Sustainability and Legal Governance: The 2025 Landscape
In 2025, two key themes dominate global discourse: sustainability as a financial imperative and the legal challenges shaping corporate governance. Investors and corporations alike must navigate these complex landscapes to remain competitive and compliant. This article explores the critical intersection of sustainability-driven investments and the evolving regulatory environment. Sustainability and Legal Governance in 2025 : […]
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, […]