California's New Climate Laws Take Effect

California's New Climate Laws Take Effect

California’s SB 253, SB 261, and AB 1305 represent a notable change not only in California's climate policy and regulatory requirements but, more importantly, in the expected national regulatory framework, with compliance implications for many corporations. Read this article to learn how these new climate regulations may impact your company.

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TCFD 2023 Final Status Report and Next Steps

TCFD 2023 Final Status Report and Next Steps

In mid-October, the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) published its sixth and final TCFD Status Report detailing TCFD adoption and disclosure trends across over 3,100 companies in 8 economic sectors. Read this article for the report’s key findings and a detailed comparison of TCFD recommendations vs. SEC proposed requirements.

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Update: Common Sustainability Acronyms, Abbreviations & Definitions

Update: Common Sustainability Acronyms, Abbreviations & Definitions

Confused by the seemingly endless list of Sustainability acronyms? Here's an updated list of acronyms and abbreviations you should know, along with their definitions and some context.

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An ESG Guide for the Insurance Industry

An ESG Guide for the Insurance Industry

By understanding the climate impact of underwriting portfolios, the insurance industry can achieve several ESG objectives. Read this post to learn about the tools and frameworks available to insurers and their clients to help achieve these objectives and prepare for the new demands and responsibilities of a low-emission economy.

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2022 TCFD Status Report: Increase in Climate-Related Disclosures

2022 TCFD Status Report: Increase in Climate-Related Disclosures

The 2022 TCFD report highlights the rapid acceleration of how the implications of climate change are becoming more and more mainstream throughout the financial markets, as well as the increase of commitments to net-zero emissions transition plans. Read this post to learn more about the report.

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Climate Scenario Analysis – What It Is and What It Isn’t

Climate Scenario Analysis – What It Is and What It Isn’t

Scenarios help corporations make strategic decisions that will be sound for all plausible futures. Read this post to learn about the TCFD approach to scenario analysis and climate-related risks and opportunities.

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