From 27 September 2026, words like ‘eco-friendly’ and ‘climate neutral’ are legal claims that must be proven and not marketing. What the EU’s Empowering Consumers Directive (EmpCo) bans, where transposition stands across Europe, and the practical steps companies should take now to avoid greenwashing risk.
ESG is quietly disappearing from corporate vocabulary, not because the work has stopped, but because the label has become a liability. From greenhushing to double materiality, here’s how the past months have reshaped sustainability language and what terms like ‘resilience’ and ‘decarbonisation’ signal about where companies are heading in 2027.
Corporate social responsibility used to run on intuition. AI in CSR is changing that. Companies now can predict engagement drop-offs, monitor impact in real time, and prove outcomes instead of estimating them. The upside is real, but so is the risk: AI-washing, where the label gets added without the substance. Here’s what AI in CSR looks like when it’s done well, and how to get started.
The 2026 World Cup just concluded as the biggest tournament in football history—and the least green. Not because of stadiums or logistics, but because of something much harder to fix: how far fans had to fly to be there.
Sustainability reporting for SMEs can be practical with the VSME framework, as it emphasizes reliable data without complexity. Knowing the challenges lets you navigate this landscape with confidence. This guide covers how to develop a reporting system that fits SMEs’ resources, meets stakeholder expectations, and positions the business for long-term success.
Publishing but not being able to support it with evidence is exactly why the UK government’s latest signal on UK Sustainability Reporting Standards (UK SRS) matters. Financial leaders need to understand the timeline, compliance requirements, and strategic implications of these standards, from grasping the fundamentals to implementing them effectively.
Sustainable events during holidays aren’t about chasing perfection. They are mostly about making a few high-impact choices that align with the company’s ESG priorities and can be repeated year after year.
Climate and environmental risks pose a unique threat to financial stability. Financial institutions must now cope with tougher regulatory oversight and required testing. A step-by-step guide for a better comprehension of ESG risk management through climate stress testing.
The EU Taxonomy’s influence reaches well beyond European shores, with several countries having developed their own taxonomy frameworks. China, the UK, South Africa, and Colombia lead this trend. Your business might feel the impact of these sustainability standards even if you operate outside the EU, especially when dealing with European partners.
As you seek to build profitable green investment portfolios, artificial intelligence in finance and investing offers powerful new capabilities. With 90% of finance teams planning to deploy at least one AI-enabled solution by 2026, the technology is rapidly becoming essential for sustainable investing. Explore how you can leverage these emerging technologies to create profitable, environmentally responsible investment strategies for 2025 and beyond.
