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Ahold Delhaize sets updated CO2 emissions reductions targets for its entire value chain, in line with UN goal of keeping global warming below 1.5°C

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Ahold Delhaize announces the update of its interim CO2 emissions reduction target for its entire value chain (scope 3) to at least 37% by 2030, and to become net-zero by 2050. For its own operations (scope 1 and 2), the company remains committed to become net-zero by 2040 with an interim target of a 50% […] ... lees meer

New research shows the urgent need for legislation to accelerate business action on human rights

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The World Benchmarking Alliance’s new Corporate Human Rights Benchmark shows that corporate action on human rights has significantly improved in the past five years, with Board-level responsibility proving essential to driving progress. Out of companies that improved the most on human rights due diligence, 75% have a process in place at board level to address […] ... lees meer

IMCD joins global initiative Together for Sustainability

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IMCD Group, a leading Dutch based distributor of speciality chemicals and ingredients, its proud to announce that it has become a new member of Together for Sustainability (TfS). TfS is a member-driven initiative that aims to raise CSR standards throughout the chemical industry. Its network is comprised of world-leading chemical companies committed to making sustainability […] ... lees meer

Visma Connect, Signify and ABN AMRO launched the ESG Clearing House for ESG reporting

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We live in a data-driven world. Data underpins decision-making at every level of government, finance and business and nowadays also sustainability initiatives. Improving sustainability practices and reporting on them requires vast amounts of data. That’s why accurate, accessible and standardised data is the gold standard of ESG reporting. However, for many organisations, the availability of […] ... lees meer

NXP Joins Semiconductor Climate Consortium as Inaugural Member

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NXP® Semiconductors today announced it has joined the Semiconductor Climate Consortium (SCC) as a founding member. Created by the SEMI Sustainability Initiative, the consortium is the first global, industry-wide collaborative focused on addressing the semiconductor industry’s response to climate change. SCC members include companies from across the semiconductor ecosystem, all with a vision to accelerate […] ... lees meer

PwC & WBCSD launch new report on accelerating implementation Scope 3 supply chain decarbonization

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Ahead of COP27 in Sharm El-Sheikh next week, the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) and PwC are releasing a new report “Incentives for Scope 3 supply chain decarbonization: accelerating implementation”. To reach net zero, businesses across the globe must address Scope 3 supply chain emissions. Decarbonization within the supply chain plays a critical […] ... lees meer

AkzoNobel becomes global refinish partner for electric vehicle maker BYD

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AkzoNobel has become the global refinish partner for new energy vehicle manufacturer BYD Auto Sales Company Ltd. – currently the world’s leading seller of electric vehicles. The company has been a recommended supplier of vehicle refinish products and services to BYD in China since 2017. The new deal means that agreement will continue, while extending […] ... lees meer

Survey: Over 60% top sustainability execs expect to spend more next year to address climate change compared to this year

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The vast majority of corporates pursuing climate action are enjoying better than expected financial returns, according to a major new survey that challenges the misconception that decarbonisation efforts can undermine commercial performance. The latest edition of the Sustainable Value Study from consultancy giant EY is based on a survey of over 500 chief sustainability officers […] ... lees meer

New research highlights an urgent need for the transport sector to collaborate and scale sustainable fuels

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The World Benchmarking Alliance’s new Transport Benchmark highlights an urgent need for the sector to work together to develop and scale sustainable alternatives to fossil fuels. Published today, the comprehensive analysis of 90 companies covers 25 airlines, 9 rail companies, 6 road companies, 17 shipping companies, and 33 multimodal companies. The research was conducted in […] ... lees meer

Nearly 20,000 organizations disclose environmental data in record year as world prepares for mandatory disclosure

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As mandatory disclosure regulation gains momentum around the world, a record 18,700+ companies – including listed companies worth US$60.8 trillion (half of global market capitalization) – have this year disclosed their environmental data through CDP, the global non-profit that runs the world’s environmental disclosure system for companies, cities and regions. Representing a 233% increase since the Paris Agreement was signed […] ... lees meer

EcoVadis Index: Sustainability Performance Accelerates as More Companies Build on Foundations to Advance Supply Chain Risk Mitigation

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Companies of all sizes around the world have improved their sustainability performance over the past five years. This insight and more are found in the sixth edition of the annual Business Sustainability Risk & Performance Index, published today by business sustainability ratings provider EcoVadis. More companies than ever are also engaging in sustainability ratings. EcoVadis saw a […] ... lees meer