Kuwait’s ESG Mandate: A New Era for Companies in the region where ESG Reporting takes Centre Stage
ESG disclosure evolution in Kuwait: From Voluntary to Mandatory The global financial landscape is undergoing a profound transformation, with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations increasingly shaping investment decisions and regulatory frameworks. In alignment with this paradigm shift, Kuwait is taking decisive steps to integrate sustainability reporting into its capital markets showing an evolution from […]
Understanding Scope 4 Emissions: Unlocking the Value of Avoided Emissions in Climate Strategy
Introduction As the climate crisis intensifies, organizations are under mounting pressure to measure and manage their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions with greater accuracy and accountability. The prevailing carbon accounting framework divides emissions into three scope emissions categories: Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3. While this framework provides a comprehensive view of a company’s footprint, […]
Commodity Investing and ESG: Challenges and Opportunities of Integrating Sustainability in Commodity Portfolios
Commodity investing has long been a cornerstone of global financial markets, providing investors with opportunities to diversify portfolios, hedge against inflation, and gain exposure to raw materials that are fundamental to economic growth. However, the growing emphasis on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations has introduced a new dimension to commodity investing. Investors are increasingly […]
Six Environmental KPIs for Measuring Corporate Sustainability Performance
Introduction In today’s world, environmental sustainability has become a central concern for businesses, driven by growing pressure from investors, consumers, and regulators demanding greater transparency and accountability. As global awareness of climate change, resource depletion, and environmental degradation intensifies, companies are increasingly expected to demonstrate responsible environmental stewardship. Environmental reporting has emerged as a vital […]
New Age Regulatory Compliance: How RegTech Solutions Are Redefining ESG Due Diligence
By 2030, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) investments are expected to surpass USD 50 trillion, accounting for over one-third of global assets under management. This surge reflects not just investor demand but also the rising tide of regulatory expectations worldwide. However, as ESG frameworks evolve and expand, many organizations find themselves struggling to keep pace […]
Do Green Certifications have an Impact on Market Credibility?
In 2024, a CoStar study revealed that properties with green building certifications consistently command higher resale values and rental rates compared to similar uncertified properties. This statistic underscores a growing trend: green certifications are no longer a niche; they are rapidly becoming a market expectation. As sustainability becomes central to consumer and investor decisions, understanding […]
The Future of ESG Risk Management: Using RegTech to Automate Regulatory Compliance for Global Supply Chains
By 2030, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) investments are forecasted to exceed USD 50 trillion, representing over a third of global assets under management. As ESG becomes foundational to business strategy, managing its risks especially across complex, multi-tiered supply chains has emerged as a critical yet challenging priority. Unlike traditional operational risks, ESG risks are […]
Positioning Portfolio Companies for Sustainability-Focused Acquisitions
The importance of sustainability issues in Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) has grown from being incidental to crucial. When assessing possible targets, investors and acquirers are giving Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations more weight. Therefore, it is imperative for portfolio companies to proactively incorporate strong ESG standards into their operations to draw in sustainability-focused acquisitions. […]
Assessing Compliance Gaps Amid Evolving Regulations for Boosting Water Resiliency
Amid rapidly evolving regulations, businesses must urgently assess compliance gaps to bolster water resilience. As climate change intensifies, 40% of corporate supply chains will face water-related disruptions by 2030, impacting USD 77 billion of revenue with USD 7 billion at immediate risk, according to a 2024 research study conducted by Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). Yet […]
Strategies for Effective Water Resiliency: How this helps in building Long-Term Sustainability
Water is becoming one of the most critical sustainability challenges of our time. With climate change accelerating droughts, floods, and freshwater depletion, businesses can no longer treat water as an infinite resource. According to the World Economic Forum, global water demand is expected to exceed sustainable supply by 40% by 2030, posing significant risks to […]
