Bird’s Eye View on Fundamentals of ESG
ESG – Importance and Impact ESG compliance has topped the priority list for general partners (GP) and limited partners (LP) as they take the lead on transparently embedding ESG into operations, strategy, and reporting. Stakeholders use an ESG lens to set KPIs, clear targets, identify risks, raise capital, and generate value. In this vein, sustainability […]
Recent Amendments to the BRSR Guidelines
India has positioned itself as a proactive leader in the fight against climate change, demonstrating both the desire and ability to take significant action. Business leaders in India recognize the value of redefining their corporate purpose to address not just wealth creation, but also broader concerns relevant to their key stakeholders. To support this shift, […]
Why is the Middle East Your Next Destination for ESG Investments?
ESG Analysis of the Middle East Region The Middle East has historically grappled with accessibility in carbon markets as the region stands at the midpoint of the Decade of Action to realize Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030. Investors, regulators and issuers rely on environmental, social and governance (ESG) goals to connect the opportunities and […]
Unveiling the Impact of Scope 3 Emissions: Navigating Reporting Challenges in Today’s Business World
In recent years, private and public firms have made significant strides in measuring and managing scope 1 and scope 2 emissions – direct and indirect emissions from their own operations. However, a more elusive, yet equally critical aspect of carbon emissions remains largely untapped: Scope 3 emissions. These emissions, which stem from an organization’s value […]
CBAM Compliance: Fostering a Collaborative Transition to Low Carbon Trade across EU and non-EU countries
Introduction to CBAM The European Union established a framework called “Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism” (CBAM) in 2023, which is part of the “Fit for 55 package”, a proposal to reduce Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions in the EU by 55% by 2030. It is designed to impose a fair price on carbon emissions from carbon-intensive goods entering the EU. CBAM […]
The EU Omnibus Proposal: A Step Towards Simplified Sustainability Landscape
Introduction The European Union has positioned itself as a leader in sustainability regulation, setting high standards for corporate accountability. However, as ESG reporting requirements have expanded, businesses have faced increasing compliance burdens due to overlapping directives and inconsistent implementation across member states. Large corporations and SMEs have raised alike concerns over the administrative complexity and […]
India’s Union Budget 2025-26: A Holistic Focus for a Sustainable Future
India’s Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman, presented the Union Budget 2025-26 outlining an ambitious roadmap towards a sustainable future with a focus on economic growth and sustainable development. The budget outlines several initiatives and allocations through four engines of development- Agriculture, Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME), Investments and exports and is not just India’s financial […]
FATE OF ESG POST TRUMP’S PRESIDENCY
The Rise of ESG Initiatives and the Impact of Trump’s Rollback of Environmental Regulations In recent years, there has been a growing emphasis on stakeholder capitalism and long-term value creation, a shift that was accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic and has led to a more inclusive approach to capitalism. While environmental concerns have largely driven […]
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDG)
About UNSDGs A United Nations (UN) Conference in 2012 on Sustainable Development gave birth to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The SDGs call for states and businesses to tackle challenges for sustainable development through creativity and innovation to make an impact on the community where they operate. The uniqueness of the SDGs is […]
EU Taxonomy: A Guide to Alignment with SFDR and CSRD Requirements
Introduction to The EU Taxonomy The European Union Taxonomy (EU taxonomy) is a foundational framework for sustainable finance developed by the EU to encourage environmentally responsible actions among investors, businesses, and regulators. It serves as a classification system to define environmentally sustainable activities, providing a foundation for other regulatory frameworks like the Sustainable Finance Disclosure […]
