March 12, 2025
The European Commission published the first of the omnibus packages intended to simplify the region’s sustainability reporting requirements.
The EU proposed two updates to the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive referred to as the “stop the clock” and the “content” proposals. The “stop the clock” proposal seeks to postpone some reporting deadlines by two years. This delay is intended to provide time for the adoption of the “content” proposal, which includes four primary areas of proposed changes, including the scope of the CSRD, value chain requirements, assurance requirements and updates to the ESRS standards.
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March 14, 2025
Carbon emissions, and their price, are rising. Yet many companies don’t realize the carbon costs buried in their supply chain, quietly reshaping cost profiles. Get ahead by mapping your emissions, planning for price shifts and engaging investors.
March 3, 2025
The choice is clear: adapt or be left behind. Companies that embrace climate adaptation aren’t just safeguarding assets; they’re building resilience and unlocking untapped growth. Start integrating climate strategies now and turn risk into competitive advantage.
February 27, 2025
The data center industry is racing to scale while grappling with power constraints.
Operators should balance speed, efficiency and resilience to stay ahead.
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March 6, 2025
About two-thirds of US investors plan to invest more in companies addressing climate risks and opportunities, per PwC’s Global Investor Survey 2024. The winners? Firms innovating on renewables, building sustainable supply chains and boosting climate resilience.
February 24, 2025
Several of President Trump’s executive orders target the rollback of Biden-era environmental initiatives, including restrictions on public land drilling, stricter vehicle emissions standards and renewable energy expansion, while prioritizing domestic energy production. The result? Regulatory shifts that challenge companies to adapt. As these changes unfold, remember that organizations that integrate sustainability into strategy and access a broad array of US energy resources may potentially achieve meaningful growth, address energy demand and fortify their competitive edge.
What’s next? Read our latest insights on the new administration’s plans as executive orders, tariffs and other regulatory changes are announced.
March 3, 2025
Climate success starts with a plan — one that’s sharp actionable and future-proof.
CFOs and sustainability leaders: Are you aligning behaviors to accelerate action? Managing time like a finite resource? Leveraging emotions to inspire change?
February 24, 2025
PwC’s 28th Annual Global CEO Survey shows climate-friendly investments are six times more likely to boost revenue than decrease it. Two-thirds of CEOs report these initiatives have reduced or maintained costs.
Capture the financial benefits of sustainability today.
February 12, 2025
PwC’s Voice of the Consumer Survey showed shoppers are willing to pay an average 9.7% premium for sustainable goods. Tap into this with holistic design, sustainable materials, efficient manufacturing and life cycle assessment to cut costs, reduce impacts and drive demand.
February 17, 2025
Learn how an effective sustainability strategy can potentially boost revenue, leverage tax incentives and streamline data with advanced tech. Lead with trust, innovation and smarter decisions.
Ready to drive growth and mitigate risks?
February 11, 2025
Sustainable capital projects can slash emissions and drive progress, but many companies miss the mark. Poor planning, misaligned goals and siloed teams derail efforts. Success demands clear strategies, agile execution and sustainability-focused decision-making.
Don’t let complexity stall your impact. Get the insights you need to turn ambition into action.
February 3, 2025
ESG controllers help generate thorough and reliable reporting, align sustainability with strategy and build trust. They’re watchdogs for transparency and defenders against reputational risks. Learn why ESG controllers are critical to your sustainability strategy.
February 5, 2025
Action on sustainability has real upside. PwC’s survey of 4,700 CEOs shows that climate-related innovation has a positive effect on profit margins and revenues — as do half a dozen other climate-related business moves. What’s more, CEOs who report taking more climate action are also more likely to express confidence about the future of their business.
February 4, 2025
LCAs can uncover supply chain and product design inefficiencies and help you respond to increasing asks from customers and regulators. With growing demand for sustainable products, use LCAs to help align financial goals with sustainability wins. Start small: Set goals, collect data and assess key products.
February 14, 2025
The EU’s CSRD significantly expands sustainability reporting, mandating companies to consider financial impacts and societal effects. To comply with the CSRD, your company will need to identify its material sustainability impacts, risks and opportunities. The required approach is a “double materiality” assessment. Avoid these common pitfalls and meet the new standard for regulatory disclosures. Ready to avoid surprises?
“Today’s CEOs are charged with an urgent priority: embedding sustainability into their core strategies to unlock pathways to new investment, drive innovation and fuel growth. In a rapidly changing environment, where exceeding the 1.5°C threshold becomes increasingly likely, companies need to both mitigate risks and adapt their business models to withstand climate impacts.”
Read more in ESG Today about the CEO’s Guide to Sustainable Transformation.
February 14, 2025
In 2025, sustainability leaders are stepping into the spotlight, transforming sustainability from a buzzword to a business imperative. What’s in their playbook:
January 20, 2025
Cutting carbon footprints is crucial but challenging — complex accounting, data gaps and shifting targets persist. Financial institutions can succeed with advanced analytics, stakeholder alignment and scalable technology. Strategic, long-term action is essential.
January 24, 2025
Build trust with verified data, enhance transparency with clear audits, stay compliant with evolving ESG rules and gain a competitive edge. Assured ESG data isn’t just compliance — it’s smart business.
January 22, 2025
PwC’s Global Investor Survey 2024 shows climate action is vital for investor confidence. More than 70% of respondents say companies should embed sustainability into strategy and 50% say businesses must rethink how they create, deliver and capture value to address climate change.
January 13, 2025
PwC research reveals a harsh truth: many companies are lagging on decarbonization. In this study, PwC found that climate ambitions were higher than expected, but progress against those ambitions was also worse than expected. The analysis revealed the key areas that differentiated between those companies who were on track from those that were off track.
What was missing? Vague emissions reduction plans, suboptimal capital allocation and poor execution, especially on Scope 3 emissions. Companies must put detail behind their plans to achieve net zero. The business should have a clear line of sight of the specific projects within the plan, how much carbon each will abate, what resourcing will be needed and where and how various credits and incentives will be leveraged to help fund the effort.
A decarbonization plan at the right level of detail enables effective capital and resource allocation and can set the organization up for better execution.
Dive into PwC’s insights and get back on track today.
January 15, 2025
Scope 3 emissions — mainly indirect emissions from supply chains and product use — can account for more than 90% of a company’s carbon footprint. The catch? They’re the hardest to track and reduce. The upside? They can be a source of cost savings and competitive advantage.
To cut them, companies must:
Ignoring Scope 3 isn’t just risky — it’s a missed opportunity for a competitive edge.
January 15, 2025
Managing energy demand, uncovering hidden risks, investing in sustainability innovation and upgrading your data infrastructure. Four mission-critical actions to help your company respond to sustainability-driven opportunities. Ready to transform?
January 8, 2025
Tech companies are under pressure to meet stricter sustainability reporting rules like California’s mandates and the EU’s CSRD. The challenge? Accurate data across complex supply chains isn’t easy. Smart tools, technology upgrades and adaptive strategies can simplify compliance and turn hurdles into opportunities.
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January 8, 2025
Climate change isn’t just an environmental issue — it’s a health crisis. PwC’s 2024 US Healthcare Climate Survey shows 87% of health execs believe climate change will drive acute and chronic illnesses. The takeaway? Healthcare systems must adapt, building resilience to meet rising climate-induced health challenges. Learn how leaders can prepare for what’s next.
December 20, 2024
Ignoring nature’s decline isn’t just an environmental issue — it’s a looming financial risk. With over half of global GDP reliant on healthy ecosystems, biodiversity loss directly threatens business operations and profitability. CFOs and finance leaders should assess and mitigate these risks to safeguard their companies’ future. Industries dependent on nature (think: agriculture, forestry and fashion) can’t thrive with dwindling resources and ecosystem disruptions.
Why it matters:
What to do about it:
The bottom line: Biodiversity challenges can be business opportunities.
December 3, 2024
US companies invested $24.8 billion in climate tech start-ups during the year ending September 30, 2024. PwC’s State of Climate Tech 2024 report highlights where businesses see opportunities for technology to address climate challenges.
At a glance:
“Sustainability can drive savings if you “embed [it] throughout the business, not just in pockets, and make sure each function has accountability.”
Read more in Forbes about the two executives who can turn your company into a sustainability leader.
December 16, 2024
Selecting the right tech for sustainability is imperative. Company leaders should ask:
Choosing wisely can change your ESG reporting from a compliance task to a strategic advantage.
December 11, 2024
GE Vernova is a global energy leader whose technology helps to generate about 30% of the world’s electricity. Recognizing its responsibility to help drive the world’s energy transition, the company did three things to rise to the carbon challenge:
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