Policy & Standards CSDDD: EU due diligence law’s fate hangs in the balance as Council heads for vote The law appeared headed for easy approval, but conservative debates in Germany and Finland have since cast doubt on its future. Melodie Michel 09 February 2024
climate reporting Climate disclosures grow, but quality still lacks: CDP “The stark reality is that we are incredibly far behind where we need to be, and progress is much too slow.” Melodie Michel 08 February 2024
Policy & Standards EU 2040 climate target bets heavily on CCS, backtracks on agriculture The new recommended target is deemed “not quite 1.5°C compatible”. Melodie Michel 07 February 2024
Policy & Standards EU moves to regulate ESG rating firms The European Council and Parliament have reached an agreement on how to regulate ESG rating firms in order to increase transparency and confidence in the sustainable investment ecosystem. Melodie Michel 06 February 2024
Operations & Finance Investors support sustainability criteria and transparent climate reporting ESG backlash in the US appears to go against investor preferences. Melodie Michel 05 February 2024
Policy & Standards Sector-specific European Sustainability Reporting Standards delayed by two years Sector-specific ESRS, meant to clarify disclosure requirements for particular sectors, were initially expected by June 2024. Melodie Michel 25 January 2024
Policy & Standards Meatpacker’s IPO challenge is SEC’s chance to take a stand on climate issues Several groups are asking the SEC to block JBS' NYSE listing on the basis of the company’s environmental track record. Melodie Michel 19 January 2024
Policy & Standards SEC climate disclosure rule faces opposition at House hearing Almost all the witnesses listed to speak at the hearing oppose the climate rule. Melodie Michel 18 January 2024
Policy & Standards EU bans unbacked green claims, early obsolescence Airlines, appliance and electronics manufacturers and FMCG firms will be most affected by the new law. Melodie Michel 18 January 2024
Policy & Standards Australia’s latest climate disclosure draft offers partial protection against litigation The country is jumping on the climate regulation bandwagon and making sustainability reporting an obligation for companies. Melodie Michel 15 January 2024