Companies are preparing for forthcoming mandatory climate disclosure regulations in the U.S., Europe, and globally, set to take effect within the next two to three years. The task of accounting for greenhouse gas emissions may seem overwhelming, but sustainability executives at HP, Holcim, and Nestlé, all of whom have been reporting emissions for over a …
Peggy Noonan, a renowned opinion columnist at the Wall Street Journal, has been sharing her insights through her column called “Declarations” since 2000. Her exceptional contributions to commentary garnered her the prestigious Pulitzer Prize in 2017. An esteemed political analyst for NBC News, Noonan’s expertise extends to her authorship of nine books, ranging from her …
Under a new law in the European Union, companies selling everyday products such as leather shoes, coffee, and chocolate will soon be required to prove that their goods are not contributing to deforestation. This law comes into effect on Thursday and gives companies 18 months to prepare for compliance. Specifically, companies will need to provide …
In an effort to combat climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the International Energy Agency (IEA) has urged oil and gas companies to allocate a small portion of their earnings towards minimizing methane releases. According to the IEA, an investment of $75 billion from the sector between now and 2030, equivalent to just 2% …
Oil and gas companies have the potential to significantly reduce their greenhouse-gas emissions by investing a small portion of their earnings in minimizing methane releases, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). In their latest report, the IEA suggests that an investment of $75 billion from oil and gas companies between now and 2030, equivalent …
Six months ago this week, a historical agreement was signed in Montreal by nearly 200 countries to protect biodiversity. While mandatory reporting on nature may still be distant, some companies have recognized the importance of measuring their impact on nature for various reasons, such as managing reputations, minimizing costs, and ensuring survival. Jennifer Motles, Chief …
This quarterly report provides updates on cyber regulations issued by various regulatory bodies, such as the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and the New York Department of Financial Services. It also highlights recent developments in the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework, notable enforcement actions, and expert perspectives. Regulatory Updates U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission: In March …
With Brazil’s struggle to establish a regulated carbon market, the country’s new president aims to implement a fresh approach in replacing his predecessor’s unsuccessful strategy. However, achieving success is still uncertain. President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s administration is finalizing a proposal for a new regulated cap-and-trade system, which he plans to submit to Congress …
A hearing-aid disruption is under way, with inexpensive hearing aids heading to drugstores and other retailers sometime next year. But if you’re living with hearing loss, doctors and hearing experts say it isn’t wise to just wait for them to arrive. The Food and Drug Administration is expected in the next few months to finalize …