Sustainability
Speaking Softly and Carrying a Big Green Stick: Yellen, Treasury & The Power of Soft Diplomacy
As Janet Yellen is expected to pass confirmation as the next Treasury secretary, her plans for climate change represent a new approach for an inter-governmental solution to address climate change. Her support for a carbon tax has been well documented...
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A Reminder of Global Cooperation: The Olympic Games Tokyo 2020, in 2021
As we look to build back better in the wake of the pandemic, there could be no better time to rebuild trust and reassess priorities together.
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How the Private-Sector is Solving the Climate Crisis
2020 has been a challenging year for all, but it has also led to many important milestones for the private sector. As we begin the so-called Decade of Action to achieve the UN’s sustainable development goals, the private sector is stepping up...
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Empowering Consumers Through Carbon Labeling
Recent studies have shown that across all generations, consumers expect retailers and brands to become more sustainable. Many consumers, especially those who are considered Gen Z and Millennials are even willing to spend more money on a product they believe is sustainable. But it...
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Breaking Down the Shifting Landscape of ESG
The way most companies discuss this new realm is under the framework of ESG. ESG has become the recognizable buzz acronym for social impact in the business world.
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Integrating Stakeholder Capitalism: Lessons from Japan
Japan provides a prime model for stakeholder capitalism and the integration of thoughtful stakeholder leadership into its corporations.
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Getting Back On Track: The Fundamental Role Of Business In Achieving The SDGs
Engaging with the #SDGs offers a way to map responsible business practices, innovation, and investment. High expectations have been set for the private sector to make a significant contribution in helping governments and society #AchievetheGoals
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Walmart Sets Goal To Become An Entirely Regenerative Company
Walmart has enormous influencing power to not only make a real difference but also encourage companies of all shapes and sizes to join this effort in protecting our planet.
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The Global Goals Studio: Fostering Partnerships To Achieve The SDGs
Global Goals Week 2020 marked the start of the decade of action to achieve the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030. The UN aimed to use this moment to re-energize and re-commit the international community to achieve the goals....
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Business Transformation: A Field Guide for Builders, Social Champions and Changing the World
Dr. Karan Giotra of Cornell University recently wrote a paper, co-sponsored by Handshake, titled: “Business Transformation: A Field Guide for Builders, Social Champions and Changing the World”. The premise of the paper is that business activities that cause significant harm...
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From Big Oil To Big Energy
Has the plunge in demand for oil caused by the pandemic fixed the climate crisis? Definitely not. But it has accelerated the oil industry’s plans to shift away from fossil fuels and carve out a future in clean energy. Bernard...
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ESG Investing Needs Clear, Smart Regulation—And Fast
The incorporation of environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria into investment decisions is a popular, evidence-backed strategy to reduce risk. Yet some regulators remain wary of ESG, putting the continued growth of sustainable investing in doubt. For example, the U.S....
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