Key Impact Points: As you settle down to read this article, take a look around you. How many items made of plastic can you see? The chances are, there are a lot. Plastic is one of the most ubiquitous materials we manufacture – and we’re making more of it than
Key Impact Points In a landmark decision, the European Parliament has overwhelmingly approved new regulations aimed at ensuring corporate accountability and environmental stewardship. With 374 votes in favor, 235 against, and 19 abstentions, the “due diligence” directive represents a significant step towards holding companies accountable for their impact on society
Key Impact Points: S&P Global Ratings recently released its global bond forecast for 2024, shedding light on the trajectory of sustainable bond issuance. Despite macroeconomic uncertainties, the forecast suggests a cautiously optimistic outlook for the sustainable finance market. According to the report, GSSSB issuance is expected to experience modest growth,
Key Impact Points A report released today by the World Economic Forum’s Centre for Urban Transformation features best practices developed by pioneer cities that are reducing carbon emissions from urban development projects. As cities grow in population and importance, urban construction will continue to gather pace. It is estimated that the global
Janet Coit, Assistant Administrator for NOAA Fisheries, discusses how NOAA Fisheries is accelerating our response to climate impacts on marine resources thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act. Each Earth Day, we pause to appreciate all that our planet gives us. We also think about what we can do to better conserve
The UN Secretary-General on Monday called for a “surge in investment” to give developing countries a chance to build better lives for their people. According to UN estimates, the world is facing an annual financing gap of about $4 trillion to achieve sustainable development, leaving countries with hardly any resources
Key Impact Bullet Points President Biden is on a mission to redefine America’s stance on climate change and environmental justice. In a recent announcement from the White House, Biden unveiled a series of initiatives aimed at tackling the climate crisis head-on while creating opportunities for economic growth and equity. Here
COP29, the United Nations next climate conference in 2024, is scheduled for November 11-24 in Baku, Azerbaijan, which is located at the boundary of Eastern Europe and West Asia. Azerbaijan chose Ecology Minister Mukhtar Babayev to lead the COP29 event. The previous COP28 event, held in United Arab Emirates (UAE) in November-December 2023, attracted roughly 90,000 attendees
Although the SEC’s climate rule is on hold, there’s still much to unpack with respect to material climate-related risks and how to prepare for mandatory reporting on the horizon A pause in a recently finalized U.S. climate disclosure rule may prompt some companies to question how urgently they should prepare
The fourth International Conference on Small Island Developing States (SIDS), hosted by Antigua and Barbuda on 27-30 May 2024, will convene global leaders to deliver a bold new programme of action to support small island nations in tackling the world’s most pressing challenges and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. These 39 small
