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COP29, the 29th UN Climate Change Conference, is scheduled to take place from November 11 to 22, 2024, in Baku, Azerbaijan. This pivotal event will convene global leaders, policymakers, industry innovators, and environmental activists to address pressing climate challenges and advance Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives. Key themes include climate finance, energy transition, and...
Seismic shifts in the business landscape are forcing CEOs to reimagine how they position their companies to grow. From the disruptive impact of AI and climate change, to the new realities of regulatory shifts and geopolitical risk, the roadmap for success is in flux. This November, Fortune will bring together CEOs of the world’s largest...
The much-anticipated 2nd Edition of the Middle East ESG Reporting & Data Summit is set for November 28, 2024, at the Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights. This prestigious event will convene industry leaders, experts, and practitioners to delve into key trends, challenges, and innovative practices in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting, driving sustainable business...
This two day conference will bring together an expert group of 150+ cross-industry practitioners. The focus throughout will remain on the practical steps business can take to engage key actors, decarbonize supply chains and achieve net zero. Learn about: From climate targets to climate action How leading businesses are translating 2030 and 2050 Scope 3...
Abu Dhabi Finance Week (ADFW) 2024 will convene the world’s most distinguished leaders, market experts and entrepreneurs from over 100 countries to explore the facets and power of financial, human and technological capital as a competitive propellor for economic growth. Abu Dhabi Finance Week 2024 is held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Khaled...
In-person attendance is by invitation only, however, virtual participation is possible via Livestream on the Building Bridges YouTube Channel. The Building Bridges Summit 2024 is scheduled to take place from December 9 to 12, 2024, at the Centre International de Conférences Genève (CICG) in Geneva, Switzerland. This premier event brings together global leaders, innovators, and change-makers...
CSRD Summit A conversation on the future of sustainability disclosure Watershed’s CSRD Summit is taking place virtually on December 10th at 9am PT / 12pm ET / 5pm GMT. We’re bringing together leading minds in policy, finance, and sustainability to help you prepare for sustainability reporting in 2025—when ESG reporting moves from voluntary to mandatory...
A Holiday Message to Our Readers Dear Valued Readers, As the year comes to a close, we at ESG News want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to you, our trusted community, for making us your go-to source for ESG insights and sustainability news. Your trust and engagement fuel our mission to...
The World Economic Forum 2025 (WEF) Annual Meeting takes place from 20-24 January in Davos, Switzerland. For immediate media partnership inquiries at WEF2025: Matt Bird, CEO of ESG News, matt.bird@esgnews.com Matt Bird Linkedin
World NGO Day: Why It’s Important for Companies & How to Participate What is World NGO Day?World NGO Day, observed on February 27, is an international day dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the work of non-governmental organizations (NGOs). It acknowledges their role in addressing social, environmental, and humanitarian challenges, often filling gaps left by governments...
Melinda French Gates has spent her career breaking barriers, building opportunities and pushing for a more inclusive economy. Now, she’s answering your biggest leadership and career questions live. In honor of International Women’s Day, join us for a conversation with Melinda — philanthropist, business leader and champion for equity — on what it takes to...
The Center for Sustainability and Excellence (CSE) is offering the Certified Sustainability Practitioner Program, Leadership Edition 2025, scheduled for March 6-7 and 10, 2025. This intensive three-day program, delivered through live online sessions with thought leaders, is designed to equip professionals with the latest practical tools and resources necessary to enhance their organization’s sustainability performance...
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Toronto’s first Climate Week is bringing together investors, business leaders, policymakers, and innovators to explore how climate action is reshaping markets and creating new opportunities. With dozens of sessions happening...
Regulatory Uncertainty Meets Investor Demands 2025 is proving to be a pivotal year for corporate sustainability disclosures. Thousands of companies have filed reports under the European Union’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting...
IBM is moving to address one of the persistent bottlenecks in corporate climate reporting: the accuracy and usability of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions data. The company has introduced the Envizi...
Sarawak bets on hybrid clean power Malaysia’s Sarawak state has secured one of its largest private renewable energy investments with Founder Group Limited and Planet QEOS Sdn. Bhd. committing MYR1.16...
Record Commitments from Berlin Berlin has confirmed it provided €11.8 billion ($13.81 billion) in international climate finance during 2024, a record outlay designed to strengthen developing countries’ ability to respond...
L&T expands sustainable financing portfolio Indian multinational Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has secured a $700 million Sustainability-Linked Trade Facility (SLTF) with Standard Chartered, advancing its access to capital tied to...
Singapore signals next stage in sustainable finance strategy The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has appointed Abigail Ng as its new Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO), effective 6 October 2025, marking...
In this week’s ESG News Week In Review: China announced its first absolute emissions cut target for 2035, while the EU delayed supply chain deforestation rules by a year. California...
Oxford spin-out attracts global capital OXCCU, a University of Oxford spin-out developing sustainable aviation fuel from waste carbon, has raised $28 million in an oversubscribed Series B round. The financing...
Amsterdam bets on flexible carbon capture Dutch climate tech company Brineworks has raised €6.8 million (US $7.3 million) in fresh funding to advance a new form of Direct Air Capture...
Toronto is set to host its first-ever Toronto Climate Week (TOCW) from October 1–3, 2025, a grassroots initiative designed to unite climate action with culture, innovation, and community. The event...
Shipping and logistics giants DHL Global Forwarding and Hapag-Lloyd have deepened their collaboration on decarbonization, signing a three-year framework agreement that expands the use of sustainable marine fuels across Hapag-Lloyd’s...
Brussels Pushes Back Deadline The European Commission will delay implementation of the EU’s landmark deforestation law by another year, citing fears that its digital infrastructure cannot handle the compliance load....
Sacramento sets scope for sweeping disclosure regime California regulators have published a list of more than 4,000 companies that must begin disclosing greenhouse gas emissions and climate-related financial risks under...
Levi Strauss pushes renewable energy deeper into its supply chain Levi Strauss & Co. has unveiled a new initiative with Schneider Electric to accelerate renewable energy adoption among its supply...
Brussels Pushes Forward on SME Reporting Infrastructure The European Financial Reporting Advisory Group (EFRAG) has published two reports cataloguing more than 320 digital tools and platforms designed to help small...
Technology Enters Procurement’s Carbon Blind Spot Watershed has introduced a new AI-powered tool aimed at one of the most persistent challenges in corporate climate strategies: measuring and reducing Scope 3...
The PRI Awards 2025 celebrated innovation and impact across six main categories — nature, climate, human rights, responsible investment strategy, system stewardship, and communication — alongside three special awards. More...
Dallas Announcement Sets New Direction Frontier Infrastructure Holdings LLC has launched what it calls the first full-scale carbon management platform tailored for North America’s ethanol sector. In partnership with bioenergy...
London greenlights flagship CCS contracts Britain has signed contracts for two commercial-scale carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects, a step aimed at curbing emissions from some of the country’s most...
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