Banking

‘Profoundly irresponsible’: HSBC updates climate transition plan with looser sector-specific targets

The bank has changed sector-specific financed emissions targets from fixed targets to ranges.

Melodie Michel

07 November 2025

Climate Targets

SBTi unveils second draft of Corporate Net Zero Standard update

The updates are meant to reinforce scientific integrity while improving clarity, actionability, and usability.

Melodie Michel

06 November 2025

COP30

1.5°C still achievable – if the world pursues ‘highest possible ambition’

"The window to minimise overshoot is still open but narrowing fast."

Melodie Michel

06 November 2025

Policy & Standards

EU Council agrees on 90% reduction target for 2040 – with up to 5% offset by carbon credits

The target could be reviewed every two years.

Melodie Michel

05 November 2025

CSO

OXCCU Chief Sustainability Officer Naomi Wise on balancing SAF growth and circularity

“Everything comes back to money at this time."

Melodie Michel

05 November 2025

People & Culture

Unilever Chief Sustainability Officer Rebecca Marmot steps down

Michael Stewart joined in September as Chief Corporate Affairs and Communications Officer.

Melodie Michel

04 November 2025

Nature Targets

TNFD releases guide on integrating nature in climate transition plans

The guide helps companies align with global policy goals to halt and reverse biodiversity loss by 2030.

Melodie Michel

04 November 2025

Climate Targets

Net zero targets triple as companies report SBTi benefits

"Ambitious climate action isn’t just good for the planet – it drives competitiveness, investor confidence, and long-term growth."

Melodie Michel

03 November 2025

Tech

From green AI to sustainable tech outcomes: Why CSOs and CTOs should grow engagement towards a shared vision

Aligning the two functions is critical in the age of AI.

Melodie Michel

03 November 2025

Methane

Study: Achieving the Global Methane Pledge would bring US$1tn in annual savings

"The benefits consistently outweigh the costs under a wide range of scenarios."

Melodie Michel

31 October 2025

Real estate

Grosvenor Group reports 31% property emissions reduction and names first CSO

The company has also baselined 53,000 hectares of natural capital to inform a 25-year nature recovery plan.

Melodie Michel

31 October 2025

Sustainability Governance

CSO x CTO: The new power partnership - Watch this CSO Futures webinar

The webinar is now available on replay for CSO Futures subscribers.

Melodie Michel

30 October 2025