Net Zero has become one of those sustainability buzzwords like “greenwashing”, “low-carbon”, and “eco-friendly” that are thrown around frequently without much explanation. Terms such as “the race to zero”, ‘’net zero by 2050”, and “transition to net zero” are frequently used by governments, NGOs and corporations when discussing reaching climate change goals. Net zero targets…
Tag: Sustainability
The B Corp Accreditation: Redefining Business for a Better World
In our corporate society, where profit is prioritised over people and the planet, a new breed of companies is emerging, where social and environmental impact are prioritised alongside profit and returns. At the forefront of this movement is B Corp certification, a rigorous accreditation awarded to businesses that meet high standards of social and environmental…
The UK’s top sustainable banks
Why should you change your banking provider? Where you keep your money has a significant impact on the environment. That’s because the bank you use could invest your money in unsustainable businesses. The Banking on Climate Chaos report (2022) found that the world’s top 60 banks had provided USD $4.6 trillion in the fossil fuel…
Beginners guide to the EU Taxonomy and SFDR
The EU has been a leader in implementing sustainable finance and business regulations. Two of the most notable rules introduced by the European Commission’s Action Plan on Sustainable Finance include the EU Taxonomy and the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR). The two regulations are closely interlinked and aim to ensure equal competition in the EU….
What is sustainability?
Sustainability is one of those buzzwords thrown around everywhere in discussions about climate change and the environment. So I thought it was essential to include a quick definition of sustainability on my blog to refer back to if you need it. Definition: Sustainability One of the most commonly used definitions of sustainability comes from the…