SustainCase newsletter – wk46, November 2024
What Trump can do to reverse US climate policy − and what he probably can’t change
The new president-elect is expected to prioritise rolling back climate policies, potentially exiting the Paris Agreement and United Nations climate frameworks, reducing clean energy support, and increasing fossil fuel production.
EU’s corporate sustainability reporting rules: The net widens for global business
As the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive takes shape, multinational companies outside Europe must prepare for comprehensive sustainability disclosures, with the first reports due as early as 2024.
Case study: How SpareBank 1 Østlandet works with its clients and customers to encourage sustainable practices
November 12, 2024 – SpareBank 1 Østlandet is a regional savings bank operating in Norway, with a market area covering Eastern Norway, including Oslo, Asker/Bærum, Follo, Romerike, and Innlandet. The Retail Market (RM) and Corporate Market (CM) are its main business sectors, with RM representing about 71% and CM making up around 29% of the loan distribution. SpareBank 1 Østlandet is a signatory of the Principles for Responsible Banking (PRB) and is, accordingly, working with its clients and customers to encourage sustainable practices and enable sustainable economic activities. Read more.
Case study: How FortisBC creates economic value for its stakeholders
November 11, 2024 – FortisBC is in the business of providing energy solutions that contribute to a better British Columbia, delivering safe, reliable and affordable natural gas, electricity and propane – as well as renewable and low-carbon gases – to 1.2 million customers across the province. Generating, through its operations, long-term value for all its stakeholders, is a top priority for FortisBC. Read more.