Decoding SFDR: Why ESG Disclosure is Now a Financial Imperative
The EU Action Plan on Sustainable Finance, a comprehensive framework of interconnected regulations, aims to steer capital towards a sustainable economy. Central to this initiative is the EU Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR), which came into force on 10 March 2021. The SFDR is designed to enhance transparency, enabling investors to make more informed decisions […]
UAE’s Climate Action Law: A Legislative Leap Towards Net Zero
Introduction to UAE’s Climate Action Law In a powerful demonstration of its dedication to tackling the global climate crisis, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has enacted Federal Decree-Law No. (11) of 2024 on the reduction of climate change effects. This climate action law is a piece of legislation that marks a crucial step in the […]
How ESG Integration Can Make You a Leader in Private Sector – The Role of ESG Training and Development in Driving ESG Performance and Risk Management
Advantages of ESG Integration in the Private Sector Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles have emerged as a pathway for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially in managing business sustainability, from assets to human resources and innovation. ESG Integration in the private sector and compliance are consequential in defining sustainability, ensuring long-term success, and […]
From Optional to Inevitable: Why Indian Startups Should Prioritize Sustainability & ESG
Introduction Emerging with a strong emphasis on sustainability, carbon reduction, and better working conditions, a new breed of startups integrate these principles first in their companies. These startups—such as Pit-tastic, Tanki, and Urbee—are establishing innovative business models that benefit both their communities and the environment, offering solutions like plastic-free toilet paper and waste-free stores. A […]
Synergy Between ESG Investment and Islamic Finance
The post-pandemic social and economic recovery has witnessed the integration of ESG investment within Islamic Finance, based on Islamic law or Sharia. Islamic finance prohibits charging or paying interest (Riba), gambling (Maisir), contracts with excessive risk and uncertainty (Gharar), pornography, and investments in tobacco, drugs, alcohol, and pork products. The prohibition also extends to speculative-type […]
Moving the Needle with the ESG Metrics
In a world where businesses are intertwined with sustainability, ESG metrics have become a value proposition to measure a company’s environmental, social, and governance performance. ESG metrics are a qualitative and quantitative indicator to address global challenges, from carbon emissions to inequality. Chief Sustainability Officers (CSOs) and their C-suite peers are playing an instrumental role […]
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 […]
