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SEC Supports Climate Disclosure Rules: What It Means for Businesses and Investors
In a significant move to enhance corporate transparency, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has taken a bold step by supporting its Climate Risk Disclosure Rules. This legal brief emphasizes the need for companies to disclose climate-related risks, marking a pivotal moment in the ongoing integration of environmental factors into financial reporting and investor […]
Climate-related disclosures: A Critical Step Toward Sustainable Business Practices
In today’s world, climate-related disclosures have become a crucial component of corporate governance and investment decisions. As the impact of climate change intensifies, companies and regulators alike are under increasing pressure to provide transparency about their environmental risks and strategies. Key modules to be covered during the upcoming US Certified Sustainability (ESG) Practitioner Program, on […]
What the 2024 US Presidential Elections mean for sustainability
What the 2024 US Presidential Elections mean for sustainability is a possible far-reaching green domestic and global policy shift. As we approach November 2024, sustainability leaders should be prepared for potentially significant climate trends and regulations changes. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect from each candidate and what the US Presidential Election means for […]
How is the SEC’s Proposed Climate Disclosure Rule Reshaping ESG management?
SEC’s Ambitious Move Toward Climate Transparency The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has assumed the spotlight with its proposed climate disclosure rule, stirring a robust debate that cuts across political lines. The rule, initially introduced in March 2022, seeks to revolutionize reporting practices for public companies by mandating detailed disclosures on emissions, climate risks, and […]
What drives the divergence of ESG ratings?
Unpacking ESG: Key Insights from Climate Week NYC During a year with relatively limited progress in climate leadership, in the private sector, an increasing number of companies have made ambitious pledges to achieve decarbonization in the coming decades. While these commitments received acclaim upon their initial announcement, companies are now under pressure to fulfill […]
Why ESG training goes beyond simply doing the right thing?
An excellent ESG performance is based on a deep understanding of what ESG constitutes. Instilling a common language and understanding is crucial to integrate sustainability in all aspects of corporate and institutional functions. However, knowledge gaps and lack of clarity around core sustainability issues are still the main challenges for most organizations. This is […]
How can SASB guidelines contribute to a global Sustainability Standard?
The Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) has experienced tremendous growth since its founding just over a decade ago. Over half of the S&P Global 1200 are now using SASB standards within their reporting frameworks – signaling massive adoption on a grand scale. From 2019-2020, SASB reports grew 375% and another 215% from 2020-2021. […]
CSE at the United Nations headquarters in NYC
CSE’s President Nikos Avlonas participated as speaker at the 5th Annual United in Sustainability Summit, which took place on November 14th 2022 at the United Nations Headquarters in New York, where several Credit Unions were present. Nikos spoke at a panel of experts where he presented the key findings from CSE’s new Annual […]
UN’s new assessment calls for Europe to tackle its environmental challenges
“Europe’s Environment – The Seventh Pan-European Environmental Assessment” presents the progress made in environmental protection, but also reveals the shortcomings of our efforts to protect the environment and people of the pan-European region. Just over 10 years ago, at the Seventh Environment for Europe Conference, the Shared Environmental Information System (SEIS), began being […]
Energy Crisis: Understanding its impact on the ESG Agenda
The repercussions of energy insecurity are posing a major threat to the ESG agenda. Emissions reduction targets were already proving challenging, as global CO2 emissions peaked in 2021. Now, stakeholders are attempting to strike a balance between their ESG goals and the need for energy security. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has not only […]