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Connecting at COP26

Reflections from the Blue Zone

By Correne Knollenberg

07 November 2021

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Connecting at COP26

Tech and innovation stepping into the spotlight

By Susanne Baker

05 November 2021

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Institute Briefing

Connecting ESG, Capital Markets, and CFOs

This report explores the evolving relationship between ESG, capital markets, and corporate finance. It argues that CFOs and corporate finance teams will play a critical role in integrating ESG risks and opportunities into corporate strategy and operations.

02 November 2021

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Connecting at COP26

What we hope to see at COP26

By Keryn James

31 October 2021

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Article

Bringing a ‘just’ transport system to the COP26 agenda

By Richard Riley , Oliver Robinson , Laurence Peplow

29 October 2021

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Report

The 2021 Climate Survey: Evaluating Progress

This report explores the results of the GSS 2021 Climate Survey, capturing the perceptions of hundreds of sustainability experts globally on climate progress and climate leadership, revealing how perceptions are changing and where progress is – or is not – perceived to be occurring.

15 October 2021

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Interview

An interview with Suzano

An interview with Pablo Gimenez Machado, Executive Director for China and currently responsible for Sustainability at Suzano, about Suzano’s commitment to go beyond net zero and be climate positive.

By Mark Lee , Stefan Jimenez , Pablo Gimenez Machado

15 October 2021

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Blog

Translating net zero commitments to the systems change needed to tackle climate change

Summary of our panel discussion with leaders from Shell, J.P. Morgan Chase, and Ford Motor Company, along with the Chief Sustainability Officer of Los Angeles County to discuss organizational net zero commitments through the lens of the systems change required to achieve them.

By Sarah Volkman

14 October 2021

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Blog

Preparing Your Company for the Nature Agenda

This blog explores what to expect from COP15 proceedings and what your company can do to help counter biodiversity loss.

By Andrew Angle

11 October 2021

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Report

Corporate Progress and Action on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

This report delves into the key drivers behind the increased Diversity, Equity and Inclusion expectations for businesses, explores corporate progress to date and examines common challenges companies face in implementing DEI initiatives.

By Sarah Volkman , Mark Lee

30 September 2021

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Report

GlobeScan / SustainAbility Survey: 2021 Sustainability Leaders

This report by GlobeScan and The SustainAbility Institute by ERM explores the sustainability leaders for 2021 including NGOs, governments, and corporate companies.

28 July 2021

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