DHL inks sustainability partnerships with Google, Envision

The logistics company signed two deals focused on reducing emissions generated by its global shipping network and increasing its investments in sustainable aviation fuel.

By Zoya Mirza • July 26, 2024

Labor Dept. defends ESG rule in a post-Chevron landscape

An ongoing challenge to a rule allowing pension fund managers to consider ESG factors stands as a litmus test under a recent Supreme Court ruling.

By Lamar Johnson • July 26, 2024

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Merging of ESG standards and frameworks eases reporting struggles for companies

Corporations navigating the ESG landscape have reported a lack of clarity on what data to report and to whom. An acceleration in the amalgamation of frameworks and standards seeks to solve this problem.

By ESG Dive staff

JPMorgan appoints new global head of sustainable solutions

Chuka Umunna, a former British MP, will lead the bank's ESG and sustainable solutions arm alongside his role overseeing Europe, the Middle East and Africa.

By Lamar Johnson • July 25, 2024

UN launches program to align regional climate action with the Paris Agreement

The “NDCs 3.0 Regional Fora” will help countries revise and update their emissions reductions plans to keep the 1.5°C goal within reach.

By Zoya Mirza • July 24, 2024

H&M’s ‘green’ financing tool supports supplier sustainability

The collaborative program aims to help manufacturers overcome the funding hurdles of implementing sustainable practices. Here's how.

By Kelly Stroh • July 24, 2024

Oklahoma judge permanently blocks state’s anti-ESG law

The ruling extends a temporary injunction against the law issued in May, though Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond said he will bring an appeal to the state Supreme Court.

By Lamar Johnson • July 23, 2024

Bias in hiring, performance evaluations can derail corporate DEI goals

The Conference Board’s “Bias Interrupters” framework offers a way to foster inclusion and control for legal risk.

By Carolyn Crist • July 23, 2024

Sustainability reporting, ESG management roles on the rise: Deloitte

The accounting firm’s survey of 300 executives at public companies pointed to an increase in sustainability oversight as disclosure requirements mount.

By Zoya Mirza • July 22, 2024

Vanguard clients ask new CEO to prioritize climate risk

Over 8,000 clients urged Salim Ramji to “steer Vanguard in a new direction” and prioritize climate risk as part of the firm’s risk management strategies.

By Lamar Johnson • July 19, 2024

Reduced shareholder lawsuit risk doesn’t mean more ESG reporting: study

The lower risk of being sued means companies don’t need the social credibility that comes with the reports, a study finds.

By Robert Freedman • July 19, 2024

Unilever, Nestlé join over 130 companies in call to reverse biodiversity loss ahead of COP16

A coalition of businesses across various industries are pressing world leaders to take action on an issue often overlooked by corporate sustainability plans.

By Sarah Zimmerman • July 19, 2024

IHG unveils low carbon program, targets energy efficiency in hotels

The global hospitality company called the initiative an “industry first” and said it would help it “test, learn and share findings on sustainability measures.”

By Zoya Mirza • July 18, 2024

Sustainability experts: ‘Start preparing now’ for SEC climate rule, other disclosure regulations

Despite the SEC rule’s temporary stay, sustainability experts said companies should not wait for the court’s ruling to begin preparing for compliance.

By Zoya Mirza , Lamar Johnson • July 16, 2024

BlackRock updates climate stewardship policies, targeting $150B in funds

The policies will initially apply to 83 European investment funds with $150 billion in assets under management and prioritize sectors and companies “critical” to the clean energy transition.

By Lamar Johnson • July 15, 2024

Tractor Supply retreats on DEI, climate after ‘anti-woke’ backlash. Now the real fallout begins.

The retailer's pullback of its corporate diversity and climate efforts could alienate some customers, employees and investors.

By Daphne Howland • July 15, 2024

GM shareholders vote down 3 ethical supply chain proposals

Responding to the proposals, the automaker defended its existing practices for supplier agreements and operational policies.

By Kelly Stroh • July 15, 2024

Amazon hits renewable energy goal early, reduces carbon emissions

The e-commerce giant said it met a goal to match all of its electricity consumption with renewable energy seven years early and decreased overall emissions by 3% in 2023.

By Zoya Mirza • July 12, 2024

Senators press Jamie Dimon on alleged climate turnabout

The lawmakers, including Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-MA, demanded answers from the JPMorgan Chase CEO on the bank's environmental "commitments" and "aspirations."

By Gabrielle Saulsbery • July 12, 2024

Sustainability is a key factor in improved financial performance: KPMG

Indicators like lower carbon dioxide emissions, land environmental impact reduction and business ethics policies are linked to increased gross profit margin, per a study of 2,617 companies.

By Suman Bhattacharyya • July 11, 2024

Labor Department, challengers argue over ESG rule’s tiebreaker standard post-Chevron

A lawyer for the agency said he believes “the logic of the District Court's opinion would produce the same result” under the Loper Bright ruling.

By Lamar Johnson • Updated July 10, 2024

Lego to mandate sustainability targets across supply chain

The Danish toy maker is turning to suppliers to help cut emissions from its indirect operations, primarily its supply chain, as they make up the majority of its carbon footprint.

By Zoya Mirza • July 9, 2024

Google’s AI efforts slow sustainability gains

The company’s greenhouse gas emissions climbed 13% last year as compute intensity increased, according to its annual environmental report.

By Lindsey Wilkinson • July 9, 2024

Google inks renewable power agreement with Engie

Google has signed five corporate power purchase agreements with Engie, which will provide over 118 megawatts of power to boost the tech giant’s operations in Belgium.

By Zoya Mirza • July 8, 2024

Climate groups say carbon offsets undermine emission reduction targets

Over 80 organizations addressed global companies and governments Tuesday, saying a reliance on carbon credits will likely “slow down global emission reductions.”

By Zoya Mirza • July 3, 2024

Consumers want ethical sourcing, labeling on manmade fibers: report

Nearly three quarters of survey respondents think materials such as viscose and lyocell should come from sustainable forests.

By Lara Ewen • July 3, 2024