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 […]
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 […]
ESG News Media Monitoring – Stay Up-to-date With The Latest Sustainability Developments & Trends
About ESG News Media Monitoring Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) news media monitoring refers to the reporting, discussion, and public discourse surrounding issues related to sustainability, ethical business practices, and corporate responsibility. ESG news entails reports, articles, and updates in various media outlets, including visual, print, & social media, highlighting a company’s actions, initiatives, and […]
Materiality Assessment – Identify & Prioritize The Most Critical Sustainability Issues Essential For A Company To Address
What is Materiality Assessment The Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) defines ‘materiality’ as topics or issues that create an indirect or direct impact on any organization’s ability to manage its environmental, social, and economic value for itself, its stakeholders, and society. Within the context of sustainability, materiality assessment or materiality analysis plays a characteristic role in […]
Market Sustainability Assessment – Identify, Analyze, and Improve Sustainability Performance to Create Long-term Market Viability & Resilience
What is Market Sustainability Assessment? Markets are a fundamental part of an economy, and they play a pivotal role in allocating resources efficiently, promoting innovation, and providing consumers with choices. Understanding the dynamics of different markets is essential for businesses, investors, and policymakers as they make decisions related to production, consumption, & investment. Market Sustainability […]
ESG Social Media Analysis – Track How Customers Perceive Your Brand’s Sustainability Initiatives
What is ESG Social Media Analysis Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) social media analysis is the process of monitoring & analyzing social media content and conversations related to ESG factors, which are a set of criteria used by investors, organizations, and stakeholders to evaluate a company’s ESG performance and its impact on sustainability & ethical […]
ESG Regulatory Assessment – Driving Responsible and Sustainable Business Practices through Global Guidelines and Standards
What is ESG Regulatory Assessment? Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) regulations are rules and laws that drive sustainability and responsible business management across various sectors. ESG regulatory assessments are conducted by various entities, such as regulatory bodies, consulting firms, and financial institutions. For instance, in real-time, entities such as the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) assess […]
