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ISSB Standards Launch a “Landmark” for Global Economy

Chris Hall

These standards can provide the foundation for advancing shared sustainability objectives, whether you’re a corporate financial institution, a government, or a regulator.” “Communicating this information consistently can unlock competitive advantages in terms of business relationships,” she added.

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On the fifth anniversary of the TCFD, a call to action

GreenBiz

They recognized that without reliable climate-related financial information, assets could be mispriced and capital could be misallocated, meaning the global economy potentially could face a tumultuous transition to a low-carbon future. So, the TCFD was born. Out of 727 companies headquartered in the U.S.

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In Defence of Corporate Climate Action

We Mean Business Coalition

Highly respected institutions such as the International Energy Association (IEA) and the Energy Transitions Commission (ETC) remain upbeat that the shift to a net zero global economy is possible and well underway. Business leaders now have the scientific evidence that taking climate action will boost their corporate success.

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Asia’s Banks Should Not Follow US Peers

Chris Hall

The NZBA and the Net Zero Asset Managers Initiative (NZAM)were designed to hold financial institutions accountable for their climate commitments while advancing the energy transition and global decarbonisation efforts. As major players in the global economy, the actions of these financial institutions carry significant weight.

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Resilience to Take Centre Stage

Chris Hall

A report commissioned by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) highlighted that extreme weather has cost the global economy more than US$2 trillion over the last decade. In developing countries, water is a vital issue, and an intrinsic part of building health resilience as well as food security. An estimated 4.4