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The science is clear – greenhouse gas emissions in the atmosphere are warming the planet and in turn causing an alarming and destructive trend in weather events. Organizations of all kinds, particularly businesses, are being called on to calculate their own greenhouse gas emissions and take steps to eliminate them. What are Greenhouse Gas Emission … Continued

With the presentation of the “European Green Deal” in 2019, it seems clear to everyone in the European Union (EU) as well as other parts of Europe that the topic of sustainability will remain high on the political agenda for years to come. Climate neutrality by 2050 is the ultimate goal, and the adoption of … Continued

“Sustainability has rapidly evolved from a niche topic to a mainstream expectation of good business partnerships.” Dr. Bernd Kasemir, Managing Partner Sustainserv GmbH What tips can you give to companies that (have to) deal with the topic of corporate social responsibility and sustainability reporting for the first time? Many companies that have not yet systematically … Continued

The recently released updated GRI Universal Standards are meant to ensure better and more consistent sustainability reporting and imply significant changes in sustainability management and reporting practices. The new GRI Standards will be effective for reports published on or after January 1, 2023. Why revise and what are the changes? To meet growing demand from … Continued

CDP, formerly known as the Carbon Disclosure Project, is an international nonprofit that provides a platform for companies to disclose, measure and manage their environmental data. CDP works with investors, companies, cities, governments, and policymakers to drive transparency and action on environmental impacts. Their primary tools for this process are three annual questionnaires: climate change, … Continued