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Sustainability leaders voice concern over Exxon-backed carbon accounting initiative

"Fragmentation into parallel accounting systems would increase costs, reduce comparability and weaken investor confidence."

Melodie Michel

26 January 2026

Energy Transition

For the first time, renewables generate more electricity than fossil fuels in the EU

“The next priority for the EU should be to put a serious dent in reliance on expensive, imported gas."

Melodie Michel

23 January 2026

Mining

US accelerates permitting process for deep sea mining projects

“Deep seabed mining is key to unlocking a domestic source of critical minerals for the United States."

Melodie Michel

22 January 2026

ESG Reporting

Sustainability regulation in 2026: From frameworks to enforcement

Across regions and regulatory themes, a consistent message emerges: preparation must extend beyond the reporting function.

Melodie Michel

21 January 2026

Water risk

World entering ‘water bankruptcy’ era – adaptation necessary

"Water bankruptcy is not a series of isolated local crises, but a shared global risk that demands a new type of response."

Melodie Michel

21 January 2026

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Sustainability regulation in 2026: From frameworks to enforcement

World entering ‘water bankruptcy’ era – adaptation necessary

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US accelerates permitting process for deep sea mining projects

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World entering ‘water bankruptcy’ era – adaptation necessary

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