Key Impact Points: The Challenge Heinz is facing a new climate reality: its prized tomatoes, grown in California, are under threat as heat waves scorch the region. This year’s heat shattered records, putting the crop’s yield in question. “Some people say 20%,” said Patrick Sheridan, Kraft Heinz’s vice president of
In the report “Materiality in the Long Now: Navigating the Intersection of Decision-Making, Time, and Strategy,” Daniel M. Labovitz and Alexander Kontoleon critically examine the traditional concept of materiality in the context of climate and sustainability reporting. They argue that the prevailing focus on short-term impacts—the “Short Now”—is insufficient for
How to Fund Biodiversity and Fight ‘Biopiracy’ As negotiators from 196 countries prepare to gather at COP16 in Cali, Colombia this October, a critical challenge looms large: how to bridge the staggering $200 billion annual funding gap for biodiversity protection and restoration. Addressing this gap will be at the top
Embracing Nature-Based Solutions: A Strategic Approach for Businesses The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) defines nature-based solutions as “actions to protect, sustainably manage, and restore natural or modified ecosystems, that address societal challenges effectively and adaptively, simultaneously providing human well-being and biodiversity benefits.” This nature-based approach offers organizations
A new UN Cybercrime Treaty, poised to be adopted by the UN General Assembly later this year, is drawing intense criticism from over 100 human rights activists and civil society organizations (CSOs). These groups argue that the treaty could become a powerful tool for government repression, raising significant concerns about
SDG News – Today, Vice President Kamala Harris announced Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate for the upcoming presidential election. As the global community turns its attention to Walz, understanding his priorities and record through the lens of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) provides valuable insights
UNDP and Global Partners Establish Sustainability Disclosure and Management Hubs Across Developing Economies Key Points: A Global Alliance for Sustainability The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in collaboration with the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), GSG Impact, the IFRS Foundation, and the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), has formed a unique
Key Points: Unpriced Environmental Costs: The Hidden Burden on the Global Economy In a world increasingly aware of its ecological footprint, S&P Global Sustainable1, with support from Capitals Coalition, has published new research highlighting the significant unpriced environmental costs generated by publicly listed companies worldwide. These costs, often overlooked, are
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
Key Impact Points: As the rain poured down on the Stade de France, the memories flooded back for Julien Alfred, who had just crossed the finish line as the Olympic 100-meter champion, securing St. Lucia’s first Olympic medal. With tears in her eyes, she dedicated her victory to her late
