The EU’s sustainability reporting regime is shifting again – and this time the spotlight is on how CSRD/ESRS might integrate the ISSB “global baseline”.
I’ve written a short explainer on what’s actually happening, why the Commission is looking at an ISSB‑aligned core inside ESRS (rather than scrapping CSRD), and what this means for reporters, investors and value chains.
Is the EU scrapping CSRD in favour of ISSB? Read More »
Executive summary The US–Israel–Iran war is already creating the largest oil supply disruption in history by severely constraining traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, driving up prices and energy-security risks worldwide. In the short term this shock is likely to slow decarbonisation by prompting emergency fossil fuel measures, but over the medium to long term
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Q1 2026 has been one of the most consequential quarters yet for ESG, with clear signs of both progress and pushback: regulators in the UK and EU are refining reporting and green claims rules, while courts are reshaping expectations on supply chains, tech harms, and climate marketing. At the same time, litigation against Greenpeace and
ESG in Q1 2026: Polarisation and divergence Read More »
England’s Simpler Recycling reforms standardise waste collections to reduce confusion and boost recycling rates nationwide. Rolled out from March 2025 for businesses and 31 March 2026 for households, the rules mandate consistent separation of key materials. Core Recycling Changes The reforms require separate weekly collections for food waste, paper/cardboard, and dry recyclables like plastics, metals,
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The upcoming ISO 14001 update, expected in April 2026, looks set to be an evolutionary revision rather than a wholesale rewrite. BSI says the Final Draft International Standard has now been released, giving organizations an early look at the changes before publication. Why it matters For sustainability and EMS teams, the key point is
ISO 14001:2026 Update – What it means for Sustainability Teams Read More »
This is a commentary of the following article from the FT: https://www.ft.com/content/d1632ddc-2189-44ab-9b1c-72164354ee18?syn-25a6b1a6=1 You may require a subscription to view the original article. The article argues that sticking with fossil fuels is far more expensive and risky for the UK than delivering net zero by 2050, and that the new Climate Change Committee (CCC) analysis largely
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From 2026 onwards, treating sustainability as a side project is becoming a direct competitive risk for businesses of every size, from micro‑SMEs to global corporates. When sustainability moves from CSR to core strategy, it improves resilience, unlocks innovation, and strengthens financial performance. Why sustainability can’t sit on the sidelines in 2026 Regulation is shifting from
From CSR to core strategy: why sustainability can’t sit on the sidelines anymore in 2026 Read More »
If you run a business today—whether it’s a small family shop, a growing startup, or a multinational enterprise—you’ve probably heard the word sustainability more times than you can count. It’s on government agendas, in investor briefings, customer surveys, and even supplier contracts. But what does it actually mean in practice? And why should your business pay attention?
Sustainability – What’s That All About? Read More »
