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China’s 2025 Two Sessions: 6 Key Takeaways
China's 2025 Two Sessions set ambitious economic and policy goals. Explore six key takeaways shaping China's path forward....
Navigating the Shift: How the Decline in Trust Creates Opportunities for Corporations to Own Their Narrative
Trust in media and government continues to wane. In recent years, there’s been a steady decline in trust in media and government, leaving many wondering who, or what, people can rely on for information. ...
Redefining Corporate Inclusion: Strategies for a Changing Political Landscape
Among changing political tides, companies are now pushed to reassess their DEI commitments. Conversations once framed around equity are shifting toward the language of opportunity and merit. Explore the key themes shaping this landscape. ...
A First Look at CSRD-Aligned Reports Through a Communications Lens
With the reporting season in full swing, now is as good a time as any to analyse the first batch of Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD)-aligned Annual Reports. Our analysis focuses not so much on the content of the CSRD-aligned reports but on what communications approach companies are taking. ...
First 100 Days of the European Commission Sustainability Reporting Omnibus Legislation: Key Insights and Predictions
The European Commission aims to enhance the EU’s industrial competitiveness over the next five years while ensuring progress towards decarbonization. Hannah discusses the new policy commitment to simplify the CSRD, CSDDD and Taxonomy through the First Omnibus Package on Sustainability Reporting....
The Role of Corporate Philanthropy Amid a Shifting Corporate Responsibility Landscape
As corporate responsibility faces mounting political pressures, corporate philanthropy remains a stable avenue for impact. Sara explores three strategic investment areas where businesses can leverage philanthropic capital to align with business goals and drive meaningful social change....
Navigating Uncertainty: How Sustainability Leaders Are Driving Forward in 2025
In the face of political and economic uncertainty, sustainability leaders are finding new ways to drive progress. From proving business value to moving beyond reporting and fostering collaboration, this article explores three key strategies helping corporate sustainability teams stay resilient in 2025....
Bullish on Sustainability
The Era of Essentialism emphasizes prioritizing core issues that drive business value, particularly at the intersection of performance and ESG. Collaborating across silos and with financial teams is crucial for building the business case for sustainability....
Learning From Failure: Missed Sustainability Targets and the Lessons They Can Teach Us
As sustainability targets become harder to reach, many companies are quietly missing goals while avoiding scrutiny. Hunter Wright explores the challenges behind missed commitments—from regulatory shifts to financial pressures—and why transparent communication is key to meaningful progress....
China’s 2025 Two Sessions: What We’re Watching
This year’s Two Sessions come at a challenging moment for Beijing, as it prepares for an uncertain relationship with the new Trump administration while aiming to sustain a stimulus push that boosted last quarter’s GDP growth. Here are some of the things we’ll be watching closely....