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Net-Zero Data Public Utility: a game changer for climate transparency

Data and Technology

Net-Zero Data Public Utility: a game changer for climate transparency

NZDPU aims to be a central repository of companies’ climate metrics and targets, freely accessible to all - and will be unveiled at COP28.

30 November 2023

New Basel III climate disclosures proposed for global banks

Policy & Standards

New Basel III climate disclosures proposed for global banks

Running until February 29, 2024, the consultation will help the Basel Committee determine which elements should be mandatory and which should be subject to national discretion.

30 November 2023

What CSOs should know about the new GRI climate standards

Policy & Standards

What CSOs should know about the new GRI climate standards

The new standards would require companies to report on the social impacts of their climate efforts, their use of carbon credits and removals, and the investments allocated to mitigation and adaptation.

29 November 2023

FCA finalises anti-greenwashing rules for sustainable investment

Policy & Standards

FCA finalises anti-greenwashing rules for sustainable investment

Consultation remains open on the regulator's anti-greenwashing rule guidance until January 2026.

29 November 2023

The three F’s of COP28 - Part 3: Food

The three F’s of COP28 - Part 3: Food

Companies need supportive policies to achieve their regenerative agriculture pledges: will their prayers be answered at COP28?

29 November 2023

Autodesk names first Chief Sustainability Officer

People & Culture

Autodesk names first Chief Sustainability Officer

Joe Speicher has been in his new position since July, reporting to Chief Financial Officer Debbie Clifford.

28 November 2023

US$13.5 trillion investment needed to decarbonise heavy industry

Operations & Finance

US$13.5 trillion investment needed to decarbonise heavy industry

Another US$11 trillion will also have to be spent by companies to retrofit existing assets with clean technologies.

28 November 2023

Companies can now make VCMI ‘carbon integrity’ claims for use of quality offsets

Policy & Standards

Companies can now make VCMI ‘carbon integrity’ claims for use of quality offsets

The new guidance comes at a crucial time, as the updated GRI Climate Disclosures could soon include new mandatory disclosures around the amount and quality of carbon credits used.

28 November 2023

Genesys CSO Bridgette McAdoo on transparency and building trust between NGOs and companies

Genesys CSO Bridgette McAdoo on transparency and building trust between NGOs and companies

"Restating our number isn't my concern: I'm more concerned about whether we feel confident in our methodology and that it's auditable and assured."

27 November 2023

Global aviation body adopts 5% decarbonisation target to support SAF development

Policy & Standards

Global aviation body adopts 5% decarbonisation target to support SAF development

All the sustainable aviation fuel produced in 2022 was bought, at a premium of US$500 million for the industry.

27 November 2023

UAE banks step up sustainability efforts ahead of COP28 in Dubai

Operations & Finance

UAE banks step up sustainability efforts ahead of COP28 in Dubai

Growing sustainable financing goals signal that banks in the region are keen to support the world's net zero transition.

27 November 2023

The three F’s of COP28 - Part 2: Finance

The three F’s of COP28 - Part 2: Finance

COP28 policy incentives to mobilise private climate funding would be welcome as companies still struggle to balance short-term priorities with long-term sustainability goals.

24 November 2023