EBA pushes for early action on sustainable finance
by Ben Poole
The EBA’s workplan on sustainable finance will focus first on key metrics and disclosure to support banks’ green strategies.
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US companies and labour unions unite for climate action
by Ben Poole
ING says the alliance underlines the importance of a stable transition to a low-carbon economy.
ING survey outlines consumer thoughts on corporate environmental practices
by Ben Poole
Almost three-quarters of those polled would accept lower growth if it protects the environment.
Levi Strauss announces global water action strategy for its supply chain
by Ben Poole
The strategy includes water targets for global suppliers and aims to significantly reduce overall water use.
ING provides world’s first sustainability improvement derivative to SBM Offshore
by Ben Poole
The bank says it is encouraging corporate ESG goals by providing financial incentives.
Europe move on deforestation may impact on supply chains
by Graham Buck
The European Commission has signalled action to protect and restore the world’s forests, which are home to 80% of biodiversity on land
Climate breakdown opportunities are bigger than risks!!
by Jack Large
CDP survey shows 215 biggest global companies report almost US$1 trillion at risk from climate impacts while opportunities = US$2.1 trn
Co-op’s £300m bond will support Fairtrade producers
by Graham Buck
The UK mutually-owned society has pioneered a sustainability bond in a first for the retail sector.
Starbucks brews up blockchain solutions
by Graham Buck
The coffee chain is working with Microsoft to give consumers more information on each stage of its supply chain.
Standard Bank works with ICC on best practice for trade finance
by Graham Buck
The African bank says an “important milestone” in developing a sustainable trade finance framework has been reached.
Singapore’s OCBC Bank to support green belt-and-road projects
by Graham Buck
The agreement aims to boost trade and investment opportunities between Singapore and China.
Mercedes-Benz warms to blockchain technology
by Graham Buck
The German carmaker aims to improve transparency and sustainability in complex supply chains.
Accenture partners with Mastercard, Amazon on ‘circular’ supply chains
by Graham Buck
The group will use the technology to promote sustainability in the supply chain.
Engaging suppliers on sustainability works – and saves billions
by Bija Knowles
115 companies requested environmental data from 5,500 key suppliers – with huge emissions reductions and cost savings of $19.3 billion
World’s top green businesses revealed in CDP A List
by Bija Knowles
CDP has published a list of over 140 corporates recognised as pioneers for action on climate change, water and deforestation
Global CEO concerns are shifting and their future focus is…
by Jack Large
More worried about geopolitics, climate change and security, less worried about growth, as sustainability becomes essential new focus
How to create a responsible supply chain
by Jack Large
Automate and have a constant focus and understand what is happening in your supply chain
How blockchain can solve financial AND environment problems
by Bija Knowles
Two key use-cases for blockchain – supply chain optimisation and new financing models – should be of interest to finance professionals
Financial & accounting goals for sustainable corporates
by Bija Knowles
Governance and financial reporting are some of the key areas where financial and accounting professionals can make a difference
Climate-related risks must be clear to investors
by Bija Knowles
Climate and environmental-related threats are exposing businesses to unpredictable operational risks – investors need to know
Do weather events affect your corporate earnings?
by Bija Knowles
S&P study shows 15% of companies disclosed that weather events affected their bottom line in 2017 but few quantified that effect
Supply chain support key to closing UK’s productivity gap
by Bija Knowles
The supply chain could be a key way of tackling the UK's productivity gap, according to research by the Federation of Small Businesses
Businesses lead way to reduce carbon footprint and stay competitive
by Bija Knowles
US companies increasingly see the reduction of their carbon footprint as a key strategy for long-term resilience, growth and keeping customers, suppliers and investors happy
Collaboration with c-suite needed to ‘wake up’ supply chain
by Bija Knowles
Many supply chain executives are not leveraging their c-suite counterparts to improve supply chain functionality and transform it into an engine for new growth