Category: CSR/ECO/ESG

The Virginia Department of Forestry (VDOF) has announced the awardees for the 2022 Forest Sustainability Fund. One million dollars will be distributed proportionately to 68 Virginia localities to partially offset the reduced real estate tax revenue that results from forestland use taxation. The localities will be able to use these funds for public education, outdoor […]

The past year was the busiest ever for climate and sustainability rulemaking, with no let up expected in 2023 as policymakers tighten the net around flaky or fraudulent corporate behavior. Olivia Zollino reports Source link

Each year the Drucker Institute ranks America’s Top 250 ‘best run companies’, presented in special coverage from The Wall Street Journal. CSRHub is proud to say that, for a sixth consecutive year, our ESG data is included in Drucker’s ratings’ methodology. 

Some of the holiday decorations made from books at the Rogers Memorial Library in Southampton. DANA SHAW Some of the holiday decorations made from books at the Rogers Memorial Library in Southampton. DANA SHAW Some of the holiday decorations made from … Source link

As advisors and investors gain more familiarity with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investing, they likely come across data points and research confirming that equities with strong ESG traits can deliver solid returns. Taking that principle a step further, evidence suggests that ESG “improvers,” or those companies that are making ESG strides, can generate similar […]

Marine organisms tend to attach and settle on submerged surfaces such as vessel hulls. These organisms often cause increased friction or drag when the vessel moves through the water, resulting in higher fuel consumption. This phenomenon is called fouling — and in order to prevent it, antifouling paints with biocides, typically copper, are applied to […]

Caterpillar Inc. names chief sustainability officer Source link

The past 12 months have witnessed multiple disturbing weather-related anomalies and a dramatic rise in the cost of energy and fuel, a combination that has sharpened the focus of the telecom industry on its sustainability efforts, as both climate change and operating cost rises need to be addressed. This year we saw many industry players […]

… ” to weigh up its eco-friendly status. Although sustainability (when it comes … always choosing brands with good sustainability credentials”. Suggesting that the desire … to prioritise sustainability However, there is still interest in eco-friendly food … Source link

A report by Lex Mundi has highlighted the confusion in-house counsel face when advising companies on ESG… A report by Lex Mundi has highlighted the confusion in-house counsel face when advising companies on ESG in a rapidly changing environment. Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) developments have left in-house counsel confused and lacking clear legal guidance […]