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Spotlight: Yvonne Tay, Pioneering Social Impact and Sustainability at Temasek Shophouse

August 5, 2024 No Comments

Impact Points: Transforming Spaces, Impacting Society Yvonne Tay stands at the intersection of heritage preservation and social innovation, leading the transformative expansion of Temasek Shophouse. As General Manager, she oversees not only the physical restoration of historic shophouses but also the cultivation of a dynamic hub for social change. Visionary

Bridging the ESG Gap in the Middle East: Aligning Corporate Initiatives with Employee Priorities

August 5, 2024 No Comments

Key Points: ESG Under the Spotlight The Sustainability Commitment: In today’s rapidly evolving corporate landscape, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) and sustainability are crucial for long-term business success, influencing policies, investments, operations, and employee engagement. As the Middle East transitions from its traditional reliance on fossil fuels, companies are under

3 Ways Change Management Accelerates Carbon Disclosure and ESG Readiness

August 5, 2024 No Comments

Key Points: As regulators, investors, and stakeholders worldwide increasingly demand more rigorously produced sustainability data, companies are recognizing the strategic importance of climate change. This has led many organizations to develop plans to reduce emissions and manage climate-related risks and opportunities. For companies, complying with these demands for more detailed

International Seabed Authority Elects Leticia Carvalho as New Secretary General Amid Deep-Sea Mining Concerns

August 5, 2024 No Comments

Key Points: The International Seabed Authority (ISA) has announced the election of Leticia Carvalho of Brazil as its new Secretary General for the period 2025-2028. Carvalho’s election, held during the ISA’s twenty-ninth session, reflects the Member States’ confidence in her leadership to guide the organization through the complex challenges of

2024 Olympics: 5 Ways Paris is delivering more sustainable games

August 1, 2024 No Comments

Key Impact Points: Paris 2024 is set to be the first Olympic Games fully aligned with Olympic Agenda 2020, promising a more sustainable, responsible, and inclusive event. The organizers have laid out an ambitious plan to cut the Games-related carbon footprint by half, utilizing cutting-edge solutions across various sectors. As

AI and Sustainability: Striking the Right Balance for a Greener Future

August 1, 2024 No Comments

Key Impact Points: A recent survey of nearly 500 sustainability professionals highlights a growing concern about AI’s potential negative impact on sustainability efforts. Despite these concerns, 57% of respondents believe they can balance AI’s environmental challenges with its benefits. Salesforce‘s research sheds light on how companies are navigating this balancing

IASB Proposes New Guidance for Reporting Climate-related Uncertainties in Financial Statements

August 1, 2024 No Comments

Key Impact Points: The International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) has released an Exposure Draft on Climate-related and Other Uncertainties in Financial Statements, proposing eight examples to help companies apply IFRS Accounting Standards when reporting the effects of climate-related and other uncertainties in their financial statements. Background In response to strong

The Power of Individual Action in Advancing Equity: New Deloitte Report

July 31, 2024 No Comments

Key Impact Points: Deloitte’s DEI Institute™ has released a report titled The Power of “I” in Equity Report, emphasizing the influence individuals at all organizational levels—from C-suite executives and middle managers to frontline workers—have in advancing workplace equity. The report identifies practices to develop a holistic approach to awareness and

73% of Corporate Climate Commitments from 2021 Proxy Season Fully or Mostly Implemented: Ceres Report

July 29, 2024 No Comments

Key Impact Points Ceres, a nonprofit advocacy organization, has released a new report titled From Commitment to Implementation: An Analysis of Corporate Climate Actions from the 2021 Proxy Season. Authored by Rob Berridge and Gabriel Gerson, the report examines the extent to which companies have followed through on climate-related commitments

Strengthening Supply Chain Resilience in a Disruptive World

July 29, 2024 No Comments

In a world marked by constant disruptions, the importance of resilient supply chains cannot be overstated. Deloitte’s Ben Dollar and Animesh Arora provide valuable insights into how organizations can proactively manage risks and bolster their supply chains to withstand and quickly recover from unforeseen challenges. Understanding Supply Chain Resiliency Supply