LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – APRIL 23: Volunteers plant a fern near the Fern Dell stream bed in … [+] Griffith Park during an Earth Day fern planting event (Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images) Getty ImagesIt has, arguably, never been more important for business leaders and companies to be clear about what they stand for and represent. Your values, ESG credentials and philanthropic endeavors are key when it comes to building a purpose-driven culture and attracting the best talent. It is

GLOUCESTERSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM: Woodland path by ancient beech trees – Fagus – in late spring, … [+] early summer in the Gloucestershire Cotswolds, United Kingdom. (Photo by Tim Graham/Getty Images) Getty ImagesThe growing “climatization” of forests has meant too much focus has been put on their role as carbon sinks, and not enough emphasis has been placed on their value as complex ecosystems or social welfare benefits, according to a new study. The study [https://www.iufro.org/science/science-policy/follow-up-studies/international-forest-governance-2024/] by the Science-Policy Programme (SciPol)

India’s securities and commodities market regulator has proposed changes to the country’s Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting (BRSR) framework, opening for companies to earn “leadership” status by listing green credits they or their value chain partners have generated through tree-planting and other environmentally beneficial activities. A Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) panel has proposed measures to ease environmental, social, and governance (ESG) related disclosures by listed companies and their value chain partners. The BRSR framework is a mandatory

Global energy and electricity provider Iberdrola announced a €300 million (USD$328 million) ESG-linked green loan from the World Bank, through its private sector investment arm, International Finance Corporation (IFC), aimed at funding renewables projects in countries that depend coal, including Morocco, Poland and Vietnam. The new loan marks an expansion of the collaboration between Iberdrola and the World Bank launched last year to promote energy transition in emerging countries. At the time, a green loan linked to sustainability targets of

Managing Director, Canada at Sage [https://www.sage.com/en-ca/medium/] – Empowering Canadian businesses by simplifying workflows to break down barriers and achieve growth. getty ESG and sustainability strategies are no longer nice to have—they are becoming central to successful business strategies as external stakeholders put increased pressure on organizations to demonstrate how they are making a positive impact in the communities they serve. These strategies are quickly becoming key differentiators for leaders around the world. Research from Bain & Company and EcoVadis found

gettyFor business leaders, addressing environmental, social and governance challenges in the realm of digital leadership poses complex issues that require innovative solutions. Investing in coaching is one way businesses can help align individual leadership styles with the broader objectives of corporate ESG goals and digital transformation efforts. Through coaching, leaders can gain knowledge and skills that empower them to make informed decisions, cultivate sustainable practices and nurture a culture of responsibility and innovation within their organizations. Below, 14 Forbes Coaches

Key Impact Points: * Environmental Footprint Reduction: JPMorgan Chase reported a commendable 15% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions compared to 2019 levels, signaling progress towards carbon neutrality by 2030. * Sustainable Finance Leadership: The firm facilitated over $200 billion towards green financing initiatives, including renewable energy projects and green bonds, contributing towards its ambitious $2.5 trillion sustainable development financing target by 2030. * Workforce Diversity Milestones: Achieving 50% gender diversity globally and 45% ethnic diversity

Managing Director, Canada at Sage [https://www.sage.com/en-ca/medium/] – Empowering Canadian businesses by simplifying workflows to break down barriers and achieve growth. getty ESG and sustainability strategies are no longer nice to have—they are becoming central to successful business strategies as external stakeholders put increased pressure on organizations to demonstrate how they are making a positive impact in the communities they serve. These strategies are quickly becoming key differentiators for leaders around the world. Research from Bain & Company and EcoVadis found

Global energy and electricity provider Iberdrola announced a €300 million (USD$328 million) ESG-linked green loan from the World Bank, through its private sector investment arm, International Finance Corporation (IFC), aimed at funding renewables projects in countries that depend coal, including Morocco, Poland and Vietnam. The new loan marks an expansion of the collaboration between Iberdrola and the World Bank launched last year to promote energy transition in emerging countries. At the time, a green loan linked to sustainability targets of

Key Impact Points: * Environmental Footprint Reduction: JPMorgan Chase reported a commendable 15% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions compared to 2019 levels, signaling progress towards carbon neutrality by 2030. * Sustainable Finance Leadership: The firm facilitated over $200 billion towards green financing initiatives, including renewable energy projects and green bonds, contributing towards its ambitious $2.5 trillion sustainable development financing target by 2030. * Workforce Diversity Milestones: Achieving 50% gender diversity globally and 45% ethnic diversity

gettyFor business leaders, addressing environmental, social and governance challenges in the realm of digital leadership poses complex issues that require innovative solutions. Investing in coaching is one way businesses can help align individual leadership styles with the broader objectives of corporate ESG goals and digital transformation efforts. Through coaching, leaders can gain knowledge and skills that empower them to make informed decisions, cultivate sustainable practices and nurture a culture of responsibility and innovation within their organizations. Below, 14 Forbes Coaches

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – APRIL 23: Volunteers plant a fern near the Fern Dell stream bed in … [+] Griffith Park during an Earth Day fern planting event (Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images) Getty ImagesIt has, arguably, never been more important for business leaders and companies to be clear about what they stand for and represent. Your values, ESG credentials and philanthropic endeavors are key when it comes to building a purpose-driven culture and attracting the best talent. It is

The latest research into hospitality sector leaders’ views on Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) issues highlights multiple concerns around the implementation of ESG measures, as well as regional differences in priorities. Over 250 hospitality leaders across the world shared their thoughts on ESG issues as part of a major study conducted by King’s Business School and the Energy and Environment Alliance [https://www.traveldailynews.com/tag/energy-and-environment-alliance/]. The research has informed the development of an ESG Executive Education Hospitality Programme for the industry’s C-suite, which

Companies have crossed the Rubicon in integrating environmental, social & governance (ESG) performance into their executive incentive plans. With three-quarters of S&P 500 index companies embedding some type of ESG metric into their leadership compensation policies, the practice is now deeply ingrained. But there is an opportunity to move beyond generic goals and tailor ESG performance measures in a way that contributes to competitive advantage and long-term growth. The Conference Board and ESGAUGE conducted a thorough analysis of executive incentive