IBM commits to net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2030
IBM today announced that it will achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 to further its decades-long work to address the global climate crisis.
Category: WBCSD News & Insights
BNP Paribas defines a restrictive policy to fight deforestation in the Amazon and the Cerrado regions
Beef and soybean production in Brazil accelerates deforestation in the Amazon and the Cerrado. Whether legal or illegal, it jeopardises the ecological integrity and future of these two biomes.
Neste’s renewable products helped customers to reduce GHG emissions globally by 10 million tons in 2020
In 2020, Neste’s renewable products helped customers in several geographic markets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 10.0 million tons* altogether.
Claire O’Neill joins Michael Liebreich on the Ecopragmatism & Policy Innovation podcast
WBCSD’s Managing Director, Climate & Energy, Claire O’Neill joined Michael Liebreich to discuss the big priorities for a net zero climate recovery.
DBS Bank raises sustainable finance target to SGD50 billion by 2024
DBS Bank has raised its sustainable finance target to SGD50 billion by 2024, accelerating its sustainability agenda in helping customers incorporate sustainable business practices into their overall business strategy.
Spain: Over two dozen top executives form the Spanish Business Council for Sustainable Development
A total of 25 Presidents and CEOs of large companies have constituted the Spanish Business Council for Sustainable Development, a body led by Forética.
U.S. Farmers and Ranchers in Action mobilizes tech and finance sectors to fulfill agriculture’s potential as a climate solution
This report that analyzes the state of soil health technology and identifies opportunities to realign private sector capital to scale-up the adoption of climate-smart agriculture on farms and ranches across the U.S.
Water Circularity Metric: Tool and guidance to measure site-level water management
WBCSD have developed a Water Circularity Metric (WCM) to help companies transition towards a more circular water management in their operations.
Accountants creating long-term value through ESG
In the Chartered Accountants Ireland’s February magazine, Rodney Irwin, Managing Director, Redefining Value and Education, dives into how Chartered Accountants can fulfil their professional duties by strengthening company value through environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria.
Bloomberg LP commits to net zero carbon emissions by 2025
Bloomberg LP announced on 3 February its commitment to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2025.