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.
Mar
07
SBTi guidelines expected to spur carbon removal purchases

SBTi guidelines expected to spur carbon removal purchases

But high prices remain a barrier to adoption.
2 min read
Mar
07
GRI seeks feedback on new financial services reporting standards

GRI seeks feedback on new financial services reporting standards

“It is more critical than ever to equip capital markets with relevant guidance that can support them in financing the transition to a sustainable global economy.”
2 min read
Mar
07
ICVCM approves three cookstove methodologies for high integrity carbon credit label

ICVCM approves three cookstove methodologies for high integrity carbon credit label

Projects that generate carbon credits by replacing polluting cooking fuels with cleaner alternatives have been under high scrutiny.
3 min read
Mar
06
Delta Air Lines partners with startup on sustainable aircraft design

Delta Air Lines partners with startup on sustainable aircraft design

"It’s critical we also work with a variety of partners to advance revolutionary technologies."
2 min read
Mar
06
Japan introduces first ISSB-aligned sustainability disclosures standards

Japan introduces first ISSB-aligned sustainability disclosures standards

These will soon become mandatory for companies listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.
2 min read
Mar
05
Carmakers welcome EU delay on emissions reduction targets

Carmakers welcome proposed EU delay on emissions reduction targets

Automakers had been increasingly worried about the upcoming requirement to reduce vehicle emissions by 15%.
2 min read
Mar
05
Wells Fargo drops net zero target in ‘cowardly and shortsighted’ move

Wells Fargo drops net zero target in ‘cowardly and shortsighted’ move

“Investors expect banks to mitigate risk, not accelerate it.”
2 min read
Mar
04
Linkedin Global Sustainability Director quits after 7 months over 'values'

Linkedin Global Sustainability Director quits after 7 months over 'values'

“Real sustainability isn’t a marketing campaign or a compliance checkbox."
2 min read
Mar
04
I Squared Capital names first Head of Sustainability

I Squared Capital names first Head of Sustainability

"Ben’s expertise and leadership will further enhance our overall efforts to create long-term value for our stakeholders.”
1 min read
Mar
04
The EU’s Omnibus Proposal: A Reckless Retreat from Sustainability

The EU’s Omnibus Proposal: A Reckless Retreat from Sustainability

"We needed to use the stick, not just the carrot, to push companies towards more sustainable corporate behaviour."
3 min read