Sir David Attenborough has warned of the collapse of civilisation at the United Nations climate talks at COP24. The broadcaster, who delivered the speech at the UN’s People’s Seat initiative, spoke of the urgency of these talks. Sir David Attenborough warned: “Time is running out. They want you, the decision makers, to act now. They […]
We’re excited to launch the new below50 policy webtool – a resource offering key insights into local policies that increase the use of low-carbon fuels and drive greater climate ambition. Find out more about how policy can encourage the use and development of below50 fuels. Geneva, Switzerland 27 November 2018 – Today, the World Business […]
The Reporting Exchange has been awarded the top ISAR Honors – a new initiative launched by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) – for progressing the integration of environmental, social and governance (ESG) and SDG information in companies’ reporting processes. This award comes a year after the launch of the platform which […]
It’s Natural Capital Week in Paris, a series of events advancing the agenda of business and government decision-making, assessment and policies around nature. WBCSD is excited to be part of a new EU-funded campaign, We Value Nature, and we’ll lead business capacity building starting in 2019. We’re also announcing the transfer of our Natural Capital Protocol […]
In this Panorama piece, we explore how emerging tech-based tools and instruments hold the potential to raise the bar when it comes to embedding respect for human rights in company operations and along value chains – ultimately potentially improving the lives of millions. Geneva, 27 November 2018: Since the launch of the UN Guiding Principles […]
Peter Bakker, President and CEO of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD), was today ordained Officer of the Order of Orange-Nassau, in recognition of his long-lasting commitment to engaging business in tackling global sustainability issues. Peter received the decoration on the occasion of the 72nd anniversary celebrations of Nyenrode Business University, from the […]
And the winner is… WBCSD’s short film, “The Natural Solution!” Honored to win the Judge’s Award at the 2018 tve Global Sustainability Film Awards – a competition for films that powerfully portray solutions for sustainability. Did you know that the world could blow past 1.5°C of warming as soon as 2040 unless we implement solutions now? Natural […]
At present, 93% of CEOs acknowledge that sustainability should be incorporated into the company strategy. Few companies have a single sustainability strategy and even fewer actions, according to the McKinsey survey. These results underscore the need to integrate sustainability into the corporate and administrative world at all hierarchical levels – managers have a leverage effect […]
The European Commission has announced a new long-term strategy for the EU to be carbon-neutral by 2050. The European Commission notes the importance of partnership in achieving this target. The long-term strategy aims to create a vision for stakeholders, researchers, entrepreneurs, and citizens alike to develop new and innovative industries, businesses and associated jobs. Miguel Arias […]
The Ellen MacArthur Foundation has announced a new Global Commitment to eliminate plastic waste. The commitment, in partnership with the UN Environment, has been signed by over 250 of the world’s largest packaging brands including The Coca-Cola Company, Mars, L’Oréal and H&M. This initiative aims to create a ‘new normal’ for plastic packaging and has […]
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