Renewable energy Renewables overtook fossil fuels in EU power generation in the first half of 2024 This is the first time this milestone is achieved at a European level. Melodie Michel 01 August 2024
People & Culture ‘Blamed for the sins of the father’: We need to talk about Chief Sustainability Officer burnout CSOs lack support to face mounting pressures. Melodie Michel 01 August 2024
Climate Targets Nissan announces 2030 vehicle carbon intensity reduction targets Manufacturing emissions stood at 0.48 tonnes of CO2 per vehicle in 2023 – just 0.5% lower than in 2018. Melodie Michel 31 July 2024
People & Culture People moves: L Catterton poaches Ralph Lauren sustainability head, CNH names first CSO Two top sustainability appointments were made this week. Melodie Michel 31 July 2024
Data and Technology GRI and TNFD publish interoperability guidance for nature disclosures The two standard setters aim to prevent the need for double reporting on biodiversity impacts. Melodie Michel 30 July 2024
Carbon offsets SBTi releases ‘mixed findings’ on carbon credit effectiveness in climate targets "The SBTi believes that direct decarbonisation must remain the priority for corporate climate action." Melodie Michel 30 July 2024
Operations & Finance Report: Listed firms responsible for environmental damages worth 4% of global GDP More than a quarter of companies generate environmental costs larger than their net income. Melodie Michel 30 July 2024
Climate Targets Air New Zealand drops 2030 SBTi target due to supply chain issues The airline is now considering a new near-term emissions reduction target “that could better reflect challenges within the industry”. Melodie Michel 30 July 2024
People & Culture Allianz UK names first Head of Sustainability Bethany Thomas is tasked with developing the sustainability strategy for all business segments in the country. Melodie Michel 29 July 2024
CSO Australia’s REA Group names former BHP exec as Chief People and Sustainability Officer Elisa Nerone replaces Mary Lemonis, who left the firm eight months ago. Melodie Michel 29 July 2024