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Melodie Michel

Melodie Michel

Melodie is chief reporter at CSO Futures. After writing about finance and trade for more than a decade, she completed a master's degree in CSR to hone her skills as a sustainability journalist.
Apr
17
Coalition calls for civil society-driven critical mineral supply chain standard

Coalition calls for civil society-driven critical mineral supply chain standard

"There are fundamental criteria that standards must include to be credible and effective at protecting people and the planet."
2 min read
Apr
17
Giti Tire CSO Chong Hau Pang on clarity in sustainability expectations

Giti Tire CSO Chong Hau Pang on the power of clarity in sustainability expectations

“I find that it is easier to expand than to shift people's paradigm.”
5 min read
Apr
16
2023 ‘best year’ for wind energy capacity

2023 ‘best year’ for wind energy capacity

Despite recent progress, the industry could still fall short of the 3.5 TW needed by 2030 to limit global warming to 1.5ÂșC.
2 min read
Apr
16
Intesa SanPaolo reshuffles ESG governance and names first CSO

Intesa SanPaolo reshuffles ESG governance and names first CSO

Paola Angeletti takes the helm of the bank's new sustainability-focused department.
2 min read
Apr
16
Mondelez reports emissions reductions across all scopes, unveils new SBTi targets

Mondelez reports emissions reductions across all scopes, unveils new SBTi targets

Almost three quarters (73%) of Mondelez’ carbon footprint comes from raw materials, with cocoa and dairy as the main culprits.
2 min read
Apr
15
‘No change has been made’: SBTi clarifies carbon offset position amid backlash

‘No change has been made’: SBTi clarifies carbon offset position amid backlash

Its own staff has called for those responsible for the “concern, confusion and damaged trust” to be held accountable.
2 min read
Apr
15
Apple to improve circularity by enabling iPhone repairs with used parts

Apple to improve circularity by enabling iPhone repairs with used parts

Apple has been accused of greenwashing for focusing on sustainability initiatives without improving customers' right to repair.
2 min read
Apr
12
H&M, Zara's 'Better Cotton' linked to Brazilian deforestation

Investigation links H&M, Zara's 'Better Cotton' to Brazilian deforestation

The damning report urges brands to "go beyond using certification schemes to ensure their goods are ethically sourced".
2 min read
Apr
11
CSO Futures Weekly - April 11

CSO Futures Weekly: CDP CEO interview and a divisive SBTi statement

Sherry Madera on sustainability data for harmonisation, SBTi's new carbon credit position and more...
4 min read
Apr
11
Sustainability leaders clash over SBTi endorsement of carbon credits for Scope 3

Sustainability leaders clash over SBTi endorsement of carbon credits for Scope 3

A boon for the voluntary carbon market, the SBTi's change of position worries NGOs and its own staff.
3 min read