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Last month in the United Arab Emirates, the global community gathered for the UN Climate Change Conference (COP28), resulting in an important agreement signed on commitments and actions that seek to mitigate climate change.
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A global recruitment call is underway to appoint new members to the body that underpins the continued success of the world’s most widely used standards for sustainability reporting – the GRI Standards.
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For the second installment in our Climate Week series, Mandi McReynolds is joined by global experts Eelco van der Enden, CEO of the Global Reporting Initiative, and Anna Nefedova, global ESG reporting leader at Deloitte.
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Adoption of new EU sustainability standards underlines progress on global interoperability
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Join us for our webinar, "The Key to Impactful Reporting: Understanding Double Materiality and the Updated GRI Standards" on August 22nd at 2 PM ET to learn more about the updated GRI standards, the concept of double materiality, and how this will impact your reporting.
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I began in the role of Chair of the Global Sustainability Standards Board (GSSB) just over three months ago – a relatively short space of time yet much has happened already.
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With the Decade of Action in support of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) well underway, every day businesses all over the world make significant contributions towards ending poverty, protecting the planet and ensuring people can live in peace and prosperity by 2030.
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With the annual stock-take on the progress of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) taking place in New York next month, GRI is supporting two side-events that will put the spotlight on the central role of sustainability reporting data in driving SDGs progress.
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Global Reporting Initiative sees launch by the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) of its first standards asa “significant milestone” in the realization of a strengthened global corporate reporting system
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Moving From Sustainability Talk to Action: Avoiding Greenwashing Thu, 07/06/2023 - 09:00 Type of Content Blog Layout Standard Format Body Originally published on Black Veatch Insights This is the second in a series of insights called “Moving from Sustainability Talk to Action”. It answers the question: what should organizations in either the private or public sector do to avoid being labeled as green washers? By Ajay Kasarabada, P.E, AVP and Director – Environmental Solutions, Black Veatch Clima
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GRI welcomes progress of new European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS), as consultation gets underway
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A new version of the Disability in Sustainability Reporting guide has been launched by Disability Hub Europe (DHUB), which takes account of recent changes in sustainability reporting, including the 2021 update to the GRI Universal Standards.
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GRI CEO Eelco van der Enden is in the ASEAN region from 5-13 June for a series of high-level meetings with companies, regulators, policymakers and stakeholders, on a mission raise the profile and application of sustainability reporting.
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Report: Baker Hughes Reduces Scope 1 2 Greenhouse Gas Emissions by 28%, on Track To Meet Net-Zero Emissions Goals Tue, 05/30/2023 - 08:00 Type of Content Article Layout Standard Format Body Corporate sustainability report outlines progress in key areas Company completed detailed materiality assessment using best practices, aligned to most widely recognized reporting frameworks Baker Hughes (NASDAQ: BKR), an energy technology company, announced today the release of its 2022 corporate sustainabili
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Armed conflicts are pervasive across geographic regions - creating deeply challenging conditions for companies to navigate through and within. Meanwhile, businesses face growing expectations for conflict-sensitive due diligence, with transparency on their operations
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Issuance of NMG’s 2022 ESG Report demonstrating advancement on climate action, biodiversity management, Indigenous relations, governance, and stakeholder engagement.
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Recent announcements via Canada’s and Québec’s budgets provide new fiscal measures and levers for investment that strengthen NMG’s Phase-2 financing structure in complement to ongoing activities with export credit agencies and governmental branches.
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Signature of definitive agreements with Caterpillar that frame the deployment of technology, testing collaboration, as well as procurement of zero-exhaust emission fleet and infrastructure at the Matawinie Mine.
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Nomination of Stéphane Imbeault as Vice President, Bécancour Project, to lead the engineering, construction, and commissioning of the Bécancour Battery Material Plant as part of the Company’s active preparation for the launch of construction of its Phase-2 facilities.
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Advancement of technical and commercial parameters definition for a multi-year offtake agreement with Panasonic Energy and simultaneous engagement with other tier-1 potential customers in the EV and battery sector through product qualification and commercial discussions.
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Offtake MoU signed to explore opportunities for NMG to supply carbon-neutral graphite materials to Caterpillar for the development of its secure, resilient, and sustainable battery supply chain.
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Upcoming participation to major commercial and investment events to elevate NMG’s visibility in the market and engage with potential customers and investors; The Europe Battery Show, TD Cowen Sustainability Week and Batteries Gigafactories USA.
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Securing of financial levers via underwritten public financing generating approximately US$22 million and R&D grants of up to CA$3.6 million.
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Battery and EV markets continue their expansion pushed by consumer demand and environmental legislation; 2023 is set to see battery production reach 1 TWh on a global basis for the first time (Benchmark Mineral Intelligence, Q1-2023).
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NMG’s Annual General and Special Meeting of Shareholders scheduled for June 19, 2023, via webcast.
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Continued focus on safe conduct of activities with a year-to-date OSHA rate of 0 at the Company’s facilities and 0 for contractors’ work, with no major environmental incident.
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Period-end cash position of CA$48.8 million.
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Annual report represents the longest-running publication of its kind in the homebuilding industry.
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On Tuesday, May 9, Granite (NYSE:GVA) published its 2022 Sustainability Report, highlighting the company’s advancement on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives. “Sustainability is central to the purpose of our business as we seek to provide infrastructure solutions that support more prosperous and resilient communities,” says Granite President and Chief Executive Officer Kyle Larkin. “As we look ahead, I feel strongly that our long-term success requires a continued focus on our
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Launched five access to medicines programs as of 2022 (63% of 2025 target); donated $699.6 million worth of medicines to patients in need
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Reduced absolute scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 24% (vs. 2019) and absolute scope 3 GHG emissions by 12% (vs. 2020); met or exceeded 2030 targets to increase energy efficiency and reduce total water withdrawal in areas projected to be in water stress
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Ranked in the top 10% of the industry in key ESG rating indices, including S&P Global, ISS ESG and EcoVadis
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SilverBow Resources, Inc. (NYSE: SBOW) (“SilverBow” or “the Company”) announced today the publication of its inaugural sustainability report covering the Company’s fiscal year 2022 (“2022 Sustainability Report”). The online report outlines SilverBow’s commitment to environmental responsibility, health and safety, community engagement, governance, and business ethics. The report is available on the Company's website at www.sbow.com/responsibility/overview. Sean Woolverton, SilverBow’s Chief Execu
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A new Sector Standard for mining from the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) is under development, which aims to improve the quality of reporting over the sector’s impacts – with a public consultation on the proposed Standard closing at the end of April.
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LCI Industries (NYSE: LCII) which, through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Lippert Components, Inc. ("Lippert"), supplies a broad array of highly engineered components for the leading original equipment manufacturers ("OEMs") in the recreation and transportation product markets, and the related aftermarkets of those industries, today issued its second annual corporate sustainability report (“CSR Report”). The report provides an update on Lippert’s initiatives on environmental, social and governance
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Commitment to collaboration on sustainability standard setting from GRI
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Key actions span four pillars to Empower People, Advance Communities and Society, Champion Responsible Business Practices and Invest in Sustainable Systems
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Coeur Mining, Inc. (“Coeur” or the “Company”) (NYSE: CDE) today published its 2022 ESG Report (the “Report”), highlighting the Company’s efforts to advance its environmental, social and governance practices and its responsible mining operations. The Report details Coeur’s public targets, best-in-class corporate governance practices and positive environmental and social impacts aligned with generating long-term value for stockholders. Report Highlights: Health and safety – Coeur continued to enha
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Citi today released its 2022 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report, highlighting progress across Citi and the Citi Foundation toward building more sustainable, diverse and equitable communities around the world. This annual report provides more information on the performance and management of Citi’s commitments to address environmental and social priorities, while building long-term value for Citi stakeholders. “At Citi, helping our clients navigate the challenges and embrace the opp
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Evoqua Water Technologies Releases 2022 Sustainability Report
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Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (NYSE: FCX) today announced the publication of its 2022 Annual Report on Sustainability detailing its environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance during the year. This report marks FCX’s 22nd year of reporting on its sustainability progress. FCX has a long history of robust ESG programs and strives to embrace evolving stakeholder expectations and best practices. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/
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JBG SMITH, (NYSE: JBGS), a leading owner and developer of high-quality, mixed-use properties in the Washington, DC market, today released its annual Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report, highlighting the accomplishments achieved across its operating portfolio in 2022. Notable achievements and metrics in the report include: Environmental Maintained carbon neutrality across the operating portfolio for Scope 1 and 2 emissions 5-Star rated and top performing GRESB Sector Leader in Dive
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Newmont Publishes its 2022 Sustainability Report Demonstrating Disciplined Approach to Responsible Mining Practices and Sustainable Operations
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Upbound Group, Inc. (the "Company" or "Upbound") (NASDAQ: UPBD), a leading provider of technology-driven, flexible leasing solutions for consumers through its operating brands including Rent-A-Center® and Acima®, today announced that it has published its 2022 Sustainability Report, which covers the Company’s operations for the fiscal year 2022. “We are pleased to publish our 2022 Sustainability Report, which builds on our inaugural report published last year and illustrates our commitment and pr
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Maxar Technologies (NYSE:MAXR) (TSX:MAXR), provider of comprehensive space solutions and secure, precise, geospatial intelligence, today announced the release of its 2022 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report. The Maxar ESG Report details the company’s progress and impact across key ESG priorities, including delivering solutions to address sustainability ambitions on Earth and in space, driving impact in the communities where we operate, developing a more empowered and inclusive work
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Since announcing its carbon neutrality pledge, the restaurant brand has reduced carbon emissions intensity by 12% from their 2019 baseline.
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As part of their commitment to sustainable sourcing, sweetgreen purchased over 5 million pounds of organic greens in 2022, with 65% of produce suppliers utilizing organic farming practices.
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To mitigate environmental impacts, 79% of their restaurant waste was composted or recycled.
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There’s a lot of confusion in the sustainability market right now, and I think a lot of it has to do with acronym overload. GRI? TCFD? CSRD? It’s a lot to keep track of, even for specialists.
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Registration now open for free webinars on April 26, where anyone can attend to discover more about GRI licensing and the benefits of becoming a Licensed Software partner.
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Carnival Corporation Announces Significant 2022 Sustainability Advances Wed, 04/12/2023 - 10:15 Type of Content Press Release Layout Standard Format Body World’s largest cruise company releases annual sustainability report highlighting continued strong environmental performance and decarbonization momentum Report details far-reaching sustainability achievements, including new technologies and smart solutions to deliver on aggressive sustainability roadmap MIAMI, April 12, 2023 /3BL Media/ - Carn
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The Getty Research Institute has acquired the work of architect and preservationist Brenda Levin and her firm Levin & Associates. Founded in 1980, the firm became well known for its innovative work in preservation and restoration of important Los Angeles landmarks, as well as new projects for major institutional clients across the region. “The archive of Levin & Associates contributes to a growing collecting and research trajectory at the GRI which seeks to account for histories of conse
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Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. (NYSE: CLF) announced today the release of its Sustainability Report 2022. The Company is pleased to share its continued progress on environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance for 2022, including the progress made toward its 2030 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction goal. The Sustainability Report 2022 was developed with reference to the Global Reporting Initiative Standards and the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board Standards, and highlights how the
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Reaches 50% carbon emissions reduction target; reiterates commitment to supporting underserved financial services needs of educators
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New publication from Global Reporting Initiative addresses inter-connections between sustainability reporting and emerging due diligence laws.
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CF Industries Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CF), a leading global manufacturer of hydrogen and nitrogen products, has published its 2022 Annual Report as well as its 2022 sustainability reporting materials. The Company releases these reports concurrently in line with its commitment to evaluate financial performance alongside sustainability performance. The reports provide a close-up look at CF Industries’ 2022 performance, progress on its decarbonization and clean energy initiatives and updates on its c
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Emissions is one of several goals tracked in L3Harris’ annual Sustainability Report released today
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Report illustrates company’s leadership in sustainability within the aerospace and defense industry
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Company reaffirms commitment to reaching 2026 water use reduction and landfill diversion goals
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Global Reporting Initiative, the world's leading provider of sustainability reporting standards, is to appoint Carol Adams as chair of the Global Sustainability Standards Board
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Element Solutions Inc (NYSE:ESI)(“Element Solutions” or the “Company”) announced today that it has released its 2022 ESG Report, which includes enhanced disclosures on key environmental, social and governance (ESG) topics and progress towards its sustainability goals. The report also provides ESG data updated for recent performance and acquisitions, enhanced GRI and SASB disclosures, and information based on Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) recommendations. Element Solu
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The public comment period for an exposure draft that proposes a significant revamp to the Biodiversity Standard (GRI 304) closes on 28 February
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Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation (NYSE: ZWS) published its 2022 Sustainability Report.
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Places in top 1% of EcoVadis’ rankings for all industries
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ESG disclosure standard for mining sector coming soon - contribute to the GRI public comment period
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Aramark (NYSE: ARMK), the provider of food, facilities, and uniform services to millions of people in 19 countries around the world, today released its 2022 Be Well. Do Well. Progress Report, an update to its global environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) performance. In the report, Aramark shares important progress on its diversity, community building, climate, food and worker safety, responsible sourcing, and waste reduction programs and initiatives, among other topics. This pres