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Can we finally standardize ESG standards?

GreenBiz

Investor demand: There were record inflows to ESG investment funds in 2020 and the total tops $40 trillion — larger than the entire U.S. And it’s likely that the incoming U.S. administration will introduce new ESG mandates as well. It outlines a series of universal metrics drawn from existing ESG standards.

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The 33 sustainability certifications you need to know

GreenBiz

The 2020 GreenBiz State of the Profession Report included a fantastic chart titled "Percentage of survey respondents having received training or certification," which showed the following breakdown: 53 percent GRI. CDP Climate Change Survey Certification. 26 percent Other. 23 percent LEED AP. 22 percent LEED GA. 17 percent SASB.

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Beyond emissions: The life of a carbon molecule

GreenBiz

Mon, 10/12/2020 - 01:30. According to an analysis of CDP data , just seven industries account for 85 percent of direct Scope 1 emissions. That means a lot of companies — and, indeed, entire industries — need to identify levers of influence that align with their operations, business models and value creation strategies.

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Effective Corporate Persuasion 

Chris Hall

According to research recently published by the Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL) and global law firm DLA Piper, the worlds largest asset management companies increased their ESG-specific engagement by 39% between 2020 and 2023, driven in no small part by the sustainability objectives of their asset owner clients.

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Developing a Profound, Climate Strategy Through Deep Decarbonization

Sphera

trillion in 2020. Furthermore, a 2021 Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) report shows that significant gaps exist in the disclosures of companies’ climate strategies. Of the more than 13,100 organizations that disclosed to the CDP, fewer than one third (4,002) reported developing a low-carbon transition plan.

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4 ESG trends to watch in 2022

Carlos Sanchez

Besides, Danone’s CEO stepped down after investors blamed him for failing to balance shareholder value creation and sustainability. This new shift in companies value generation has given rise to investment that considers Environment, Social and Governance factors. trillion in assets in 2020 ( Opimas LLC ).

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ESG ratings – Learn smart ways to stand out in a wild Zoo

Carlos Sanchez

Companies focus on value creation has changed dramatically over the years. The shift in companies value creation has contributed to the incredible rise of intangible assets such as human capital, customer relationships or brand value. trillion in assets in 2020 ( 2021 sustainability trends ). Conclusions.