Aligned Incentives

The #ISSB standards are transforming how companies report on sustainability. Since their launch in June 2023, the #IFRS S1 and S2 standards have gained strong endorsements from investors worldwide and 20+ jurisdictions representing ~55% of global GDP.   Whether you adopt the ISSB standards voluntarily or by mandate, our guide will help you understand the key disclosure requirements, alignment with global frameworks, and practical steps for preparation. 👉 Read our blog to learn more: https://lnkd.in/g4QQRnen #CorporateSustainability #ClimateReporting

Sustainability is now a top priority for B2B buyers. Businesses increasingly require supplier product footprint data to comply with regulations, meet market demands, and manage risks. To stand out, companies need a scalable, transparent approach to product footprinting.     👉 Read our blog to learn how to assess product environmental footprints at scale and streamline customer communication, with industry examples. https://lnkd.in/gMNinBnX #CorporateSustainability #ProductFootprint #LCA

A new report by over 60 of the world’s leading scientists from the Earth Commission finds that the “Safe and Just Space” for meeting basic human needs without destabilizing Earth systems is shrinking. While it’s still possible to ensure all humans can escape poverty and live safely, urgent transformations are needed. Key findings from the research:  ⚖ For the first time, scientists have quantified safety (a stable planet) and justice (protecting people from harm) in the same units, reinforcing that fairness in resource use is critical to planetary stability. 🌍 Projections show that if we don’t act now, by 2050 there may be no Safe and Just Space left. Even if everyone only had the resources for a basic living standard, the Earth would still surpass its climate boundaries. 🌳 Overconsumption by a minority is placing far more pressure on earth systems than providing basic resources for all would. Reducing these inequalities is essential for a sustainable future. 🎯 Businesses and cities are key players in driving transformation by adopting and implementing science-based targets. This report offers a pathway for aligning their operations with sustainable limits on freshwater, nutrients, land, carbon, and resource use. 👉 Read more: https://lnkd.in/gZTr3qak #ClimateAction #PlanetaryBoundaries #CorporateSustainability 

Australia has passed a mandatory climate reporting law, requiring large and medium-sized companies to disclose climate-related risks, opportunities, and Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, in line with the ISSB standards. Key requirements include:  🔹 Timeline: Companies with 500+ employees, $500M+ revenue, or $1B+ in assets will begin reporting in January 2025, with medium-sized companies following in July 2026, and smaller companies in July 2027.  🔹 Scope 3 emissions: Companies will have an extra year to report on value chain emissions, with three years of protection from litigation related to these disclosures.  🔹 Assurance: Phased approach leading to reasonable assurance for all climate disclosures, with standards being developed by AUASB in late 2024. 👉 Read news by ESG Today: https://lnkd.in/eyYcYiuK  👉 View the legislation: https://lnkd.in/grfRYUcV #CorporateSustainability #ClimateReporting #Scope3 

Tech companies increasingly demand reliable electronics LCA data for Scope 3 accounting, science-based targets, and GHG reduction strategies. At the recent 2024 Electronics Goes Green conference, our Chief Strategy Officer, Sarah Boyd, and coauthors shared insights on addressing the electronics lifecycle inventory data gaps and introduced a practitioner’s guide to collecting representative semiconductor and IC data for effective LCA and decarbonization strategies. 👉 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gUfin524 #ElectronicsGoesGreen2024 #ICT #LCA Fraunhofer IZM

Get ready for Climate Week! Over 600 in-person and online events will take place across New York City, starting on September 22. Tens of thousands of participants from governments, businesses, non-profits, and communities will come together to drive climate action. Planning to attend? Check out our curated guide featuring 12 top events for corporate sustainability professionals, along with additional exploration activities and tips: 👉https://lnkd.in/gvnRzVAK #ClimateWeekNYC #ClimateAction #CorporateSustainability Climate Group

The "ESG culture wars" have dimmed the appeal of #ESG among many executives. In a recent Harvard Business Review article, Oxford professor and SASB founding chairman Robert Eccles argues that the acronym will eventually fade away. Instead, corporations should focus on defining their roles as responsible businesses. After two years of extensive research, Prof. Eccles proposes three strategies for companies: 🔹 Be Clear About Your Purpose: Focus on material ESG issues that directly impact shareholder value, understanding your company's capabilities and limitations in addressing societal and environmental challenges. 🔹 Be Candid in Sustainability Reporting: Use standardized frameworks to avoid greenwashing and greenhushing. Companies in Europe should comply with the #CSRD, #GRI disclosers should continue their practices, and all companies should adopt the #ISSB standards. 🔹 Be Constructive in Shareholder and Stakeholder Engagements: Proactively engage with shareholders, NGOs, policymakers, and industry associations to understand diverse perspectives, shape the sustainability narrative, and advocate for necessary regulations while acknowledging limitations. At Aligned Incentives, we partner with global industry leaders to develop high-return sustainability strategies by integrating granular impact assessments, financial analyses, and stakeholder engagement. Let’s work together towards a more responsible business future! 👉 Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/djbp4bgH #CorporateSustainability #ResponsibleBusiness

Double materiality has become a cornerstone in corporate reporting since its introduction in the EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) last year. Companies need to understand and implement double materiality assessments to ensure compliance and drive strategic growth.  👉 Read our blog to explore the concept of double materiality, its role under CSRD, and a step-by-step assessment guide: https://lnkd.in/gaDu4HeE #DoubleMateriality #CSRD #CorporateSustainability Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB)

The U.S. poultry industry has made significant strides in sustainability over the past 60 years. However, continued innovation is essential for meeting ambitious net zero targets. Our LCA expert, Ben Putman, recently shared insights at the #ChickenMarketingSummit on how the industry is driving towards net zero and the challenges ahead. View the presentation slides to learn more about: 🔹 The role of the #SBTi and its #FLAG targets. 🔹 Historical GHG reductions and their contributing factors. 🔹 Challenges in tracking Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. 🔹 Future opportunities for a sustainable poultry industry. 👉 Download slides with notes here: https://lnkd.in/gT_PAKgR 🐔 WATTPoultry Events #NetZero #RegenarativeAgriculture #CorporateSustainability

Green bonds have grown significantly over the past decade. Companies utilizing green bonds for net-zero climate transitions are encouraged to follow additional disclosure guidelines established by the ICMA - International Capital Market Association. 👉 Read our blog to learn more about these guidelines and the process for issuing climate transition-themed green bonds: https://lnkd.in/gGERVCdQ #ClimateTransition #GreenBonds #CorporateSustainability