Policy & Standards Japan introduces first ISSB-aligned sustainability disclosures standards These will soon become mandatory for companies listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. Melodie Michel 06 March 2025
Sustainable Finance Anti-ESG pushback: a chance for sustainable finance to grow into its own Watering down sustainability regulations means losing an important lever for sustainable finance – but other crucial drivers remain intact. Melodie Michel 25 February 2025
Guest article Challenges in disclosure of Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions in vertically integrated firms Harry Broadman of WestExec Advisors and RAND Corporation, discusses practical issues hindering reliable supply chain emissions data. Melodie Michel 20 February 2025
Policy & Standards SEC signals intention to dismantle hard-fought climate disclosure rule The move had been expected since Donald Trump was reelected on an anti-ESG agenda in November. Melodie Michel 12 February 2025
Climate disclosures New York State introduces mandatory climate disclosure bill Scope 1 and 2 emissions reporting could be made mandatory from 2027, and Scope 3 from 2028. Melodie Michel 03 February 2025
People & Culture Rebalance, be adaptive, own your identity: Hopeful advice for US sustainability leaders as Trump takes office The regulatory landscape may change, but the business case for sustainability remains too strong to ignore. Melodie Michel 20 January 2025
Sustainability Governance ESG-linked pay incentives seen as top lever for corporate climate action Other levers include having a climate transition plan and an internal carbon price. Melodie Michel 15 January 2025
ESG Reporting ESG reporting compliance in 2025: A global guide Which ESG reporting regulations does your company have to comply with this year? Melodie Michel 09 January 2025
Sustainable Finance Investors reward environmental performance more than disclosures “Investors value what companies do for the environment more than what they say." Melodie Michel 16 December 2024
People & Culture Five trends that will shape the Chief Sustainability Officer’s agenda in 2025 Sustainability experts within the CSO Futures network share their informed predictions for the year ahead. Melodie Michel 13 December 2024