Nature Targets SBTN expands call for science-based nature targets early adopters The programme is currently open to all sectors except for financial institutions and service providers. Melodie Michel 29 May 2024
Policy & Standards US government releases carbon offsetting principles, hopes to boost voluntary carbon market The principles draw from other carbon market integrity guidelines from the ICVCM and VCMI. Melodie Michel 28 May 2024
Policy & Standards China latest of 20+ jurisdictions to integrate ISSB standards into sustainability disclosures China published its draft Corporate Sustainability Disclosure Standards yesterday. Melodie Michel 28 May 2024
Policy & Standards Investors call for global ISSB adoption by 2025 Over 40% of the world’s 4,000 largest listed firms still did not disclose their Scope 1 and 2 emissions in 2022. Melodie Michel 27 May 2024
Policy & Standards Concerns grow over how a second Trump presidency would affect climate goals "US carbon emissions could grow, putting net zero out of reach." Melodie Michel 17 May 2024
Policy & Standards ESRS-TNFD interoperability mapping finds ‘very good alignment’ "ESRS means all 14 of our recommended disclosures are covered to some extent." Melodie Michel 16 May 2024
Policy & Standards New guidance available for ISSB-ESRS sustainability standards interoperability EFRAG is aiming to reduce complexity and fragmentation between different disclosure frameworks. Melodie Michel 07 May 2024
Policy & Standards Most companies plan to align sustainability reporting with CSRD "We’re seeing CSRD’s impact extend far beyond those subject to the regulation." Melodie Michel 01 May 2024
Policy & Standards CSDDD: Disputed due diligence law approved in EU Parliament Today's vote ends months of uncertainty about the future of supply chain due diligence in the EU. Melodie Michel 24 April 2024
Policy & Standards ISSB begins work on nature and human capital disclosures "Feedback indicated a significant and growing need among investors for improved disclosures around biodiversity..." Melodie Michel 23 April 2024