Tune in to Europe & Sustainability Reporting G&A Institute EVP Louis D. Coppola brings us up to date on the important developments we’ve been tracking in the European Union. The EU draft directive for disclosure of non-financial and diversity information by employers in the Union is moving closer to adoption. The Council of the EU Committee of Permanent Representatives endorsed the draft which would mandate CSR / ESG reporting by employers with more than 500 workers in the states of the EU. That would include non-EU companies with sizable operations in the Union states. On April 15th the European Parliament and the Council is expected to give final approval. All companies with 500 employees in the 28 states of the Union – one of the largest economic spheres of influence globally – will have to begin reporting. We estimate 6,000 or more companies will be be affected. This would dramatically expand the universe of reporting corporations – increasing pressure on peer companies which may not yet be reporting. And, putting more pressure on supply chain partners not yet disclosing their ESG performance. More details are in the top story – if you need more information contact the G&A Institute team. Top Story of the Week European Union Moves Closer To Make Sustainability / CSR Reporting Mandatory in All 28 Member Countries
(Monday, March 17, 2014)
Source: Sustainability Update by Louis D Coppola @ G&A Institute.. We have been closely tracking the European Union’s draft directive for the disclosure of non-financial and diversity information by certain large companies. A major hurdle has just been cleared to adopt this directive, it … Sustainability in Focus Sustainable Certified Coffee: Mere Buzzword Or Serious Industry Practice?
(Friday - March 21, 2014)
Source: International Business Times - Certified coffee, sometimes known as “sustainable” coffee, has a long way to go before it becomes a dominant industry norm, despite significant efforts by leading coffee companies and certifiers. Companies like Starbucks... Team of Israeli researchers redefines approach toward sustainability
(Thursday - March 20, 2014)
Source: The Jerusalem Post - The new project begins with the premise that world has yet to come close to achieving targets that will allow for the planet’s future protection. The key to achieving a sustainable future for Israel and the world lies in the... Oracle Board Opposes Sustainability Proposal
(Wednesday - March 19, 2014) Associated Profiles : Investor Network on Climate Risk
Source: Environmental Leader - U.S. investor groups have filed 95 global warming shareholder resolutions with public corporations, a 40 percent increase over last year, according to Investor Network on Climate Risk. Designing a Sustainable Future
(Wednesday - March 19, 2014) Associated Profiles : Business for Social Responsibility
Source:CSR Wire -Business for Social Responsibility understands that to shape a truly sustainable future for business and society, it is essential to consciously design innovative strategies to get there. A reactive... Stylish And Sustainable: How Brands Are Getting It Right
(Wednesday - March 19, 2014)
Source: Forbes - Successful, fashion-forward brands like ZADY, Warby Parker, Master &Muse and Helpsy are at the forefront of a growing movement in retail that involves baking corporate social responsibility into the company mission from day one... How to deliver the "whole sustainability package" in 4 steps
(Wednesday - March 19, 2014)
Source: GreenBiz.com - The "whole sustainability package." It sounds ideal, doesn't it? It brings to mind something that allows corporate sustainability professionals to breathe a sigh of relief and sleep well at night, because they know they work for... Sustainable investing comes of age
(Tuesday - March 18, 2014)
Source: Business Day Live - IN RECENT years, the idea of analyzing companies using more than just financial indicators has moved into the mainstream. Previously, such approaches were considered luxuries for ethical investors prepared to accept... What is Sustainability? - audio
(Tuesday - March 18, 2014)
Source: WBHM (NPR) - Monday WBHM kicks off a weeklong series on issues of sustainability. From water to recycling to public policy, we'll look at how Birmingham deals with resources and how that may change. While sustainability is a buzzword that... Sustainability as a Business Strategy
(Tuesday - March 18, 2014)
Source: Arkansas Business - Sustainability is more than just being green. Focusing on a sustainable business means thinking about your business’ impact on employees, the community, the economy, the supply chain and all those affected by your daily... Canada's socio-economic sustainability at risk
(Tuesday - March 18, 2014)
Source: CNW - With Baby Boomers already beginning to retire en masse, Canada will face immense skills shortages and a shrinking labor market that threaten the economy's long-term potential for growth and sustainability. The Department of... A Model Of Sustainability - Torc Oil & Gas
(Monday - March 17, 2014)
Source: Seeking Alpha - When looking at the junior and intermediate Canadian oil producers, we need to see sustainability. This means measured production growth, and if the company is paying a dividend, that must be protected as well. Trouble is, many... ESG Issues & Players World faces 'water-energy' crisis: UN
(Friday - March 21, 2014)
Source: PHYS.org - Surging populations and economies in the developing world will cause a double crunch in demand for water and energy in the coming decades, the UN said Friday. A Steady 57% in U.S. Blame Humans for Global Warming
(Thursday - March 20, 2014)
Source: Gallup - More Americans believe increases in the Earth's temperature over the last century are due to pollution from human activities (57%) than to naturally occurring changes in the environment (40%). The balance of views on this issue... Governments in the Middle East urged to promote corporate social responsibility
(Thursday - March 20, 2014)
Source: Gulf News - Dubai: Governments should promote corporate social responsibility (CSR) as an integral part of business operations and a proven management tool to achieve success in an organization, Habiba Al Marashi, president of Arabia CSR... Asset Managers, US Pension Funds, Sovereign Wealth Funds Stress Test Results: Big Banks Look Healthier As 29 of 30 Pass, Zions Fails
(Friday - March 21, 2014)
Source: Forbes - All but one bank passed the Federal Reserve’s stress test today. The Fed said 29 of the 30 big banks that underwent the Dodd-Frank Act stress test would have enough capital on hand to endure a major economic downturn. Zions... New York City plans to get more transparent
(Wednesday - March 19, 2014) Associated Profiles : New York City Comptroller’s Office: Bureau of Asset Management
- pionline - When compared to other large pension funds, the New York City pension funds do not reside among the leaders in transparency, Michael Loughran, a spokesman for Mr. Liu, said in an e-mail... Dutch pensions group divests from Israeli banks over settlements
(Wednesday - March 19, 2014) Associated Profiles : PGGM – Asset Managers for Pension Funds
- The Canadian Jewish News - The pension investment company PGGM announced its decision to divest from Bank Hapoalim; Bank Leumi; First International Bank of Israel; Israel Discount Bank and Mizrahi Tefahot Bank on... Watching the Watchers  European Water Partnership
Headquarters: Brussels, Belgium
Established: 2006
KEY PARTNERS
Strategic partners are BASF SE, Coca Cola Europe, and Women for Water Partnership. Organizations that collaborate on projects include Ferry Group and CEPI.
OVERVIEW/MISSION
The European Water Partnership describes its goal in this way: “The ultimate goal of the EWP is to elaborate strategies and implement concrete actions to achieve the objectives of the Water Vision for Europe.” EWP is a nonprofit organization that also states, "The EWP mission is to initiate, support and enforce all actions and projects that will help to achieve the objectives of the Water Vision for Europe: Water for a sustainable Europe - our vision for 2030."
BACKGROUND
Sixteen founding partners established EWP in 2006. It grew out of other water-related programs: the Water Supply and Sanitation Technology Platform and the European Regional Process.
STRUCTURE
European Water Partnership is a membership organization that has multiple membership categories: regular and corporate memberships, plus National Water Partnerships.
News Sweeps
Uzbekistan to Improve Water Supply in Natural Gas-Producing Region
(Thursday - January 30, 2014) Associated Profiles : European Water Partnership
- ooskanews.com - This is only an excerpt! Sign up for a free trial to receive CURRENT Daily Water Briefings or Weekly Water Newsletters. License Holders sign in to read the full text. Try OOSKAnews current Daily Water Briefings or...
Chemical Plants Tighten Up on Water Consumption
(Sunday - January 26, 2014) Associated Profiles : European Water Partnership
- sustainableplant.com - The European Water Partnership (EWP), Brussels, an independent non-governmental organization that focuses on international water issues and undertakes worldwide promotion of European expertise...
Water Stewardship Key to Food Security
(Wednesday - January 22, 2014) Associated Profiles : European Water Partnership
- thepoultrysite.com - As a result of the panel concrete recommendations will be formulated for the creation and implementation of such partnerships as well as for the necessary financial instruments. The high-level panel was part... | Check It Out...
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