Aligning Environmental Management Systems to the CSRD: ESRS and EMAS for Sustainability Reporting
The European Financial Reporting Advisory Group (EFRAG) has been actively working to align the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) with existing environmental frameworks, notably the Eco-Management and Audit Scheme (EMAS). This alignment aims to streamline sustainability reporting, reduce redundancy, and facilitate compliance for organisations across Europe. In a paper published last week, EFRAG Secretariat “Understanding […]
Climate Act: Is Section 15 Finally Showing Some Bite?
A High Court Case Every Public Body Should Pay Attention To A recent High Court judgement by Justice Richard Humphreys has shone a spotlight on Section 15 of Ireland’s Climate Act. While the case itself is about An Bord Pleanála rejecting a wind farm, the judgement’s implications go far beyond that. It’s a proper wake-up […]
Business Owners: How SMEs Can Implement the EU’s Voluntary ESRS Standards
Business Owners: How SMEs Can Implement the EU’s Voluntary ESRS Standards The European Union has taken a significant step towards enhancing corporate sustainability reporting for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with the publication of voluntary European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS). These new standards aim to provide SMEs with a structured framework for disclosing environmental, social, […]
International Organisation for Standardization (ISO) Launches Global ESG Implementation Principles at COP29
International Organisation for Standardization (ISO) Launches Global ESG Implementation Principles at COP29 The introduction of the ISO ESG Implementation Principles (IWA 48:2024) at COP29 marks a significant milestone in the global effort to standardise and streamline ESG practices. For years, organisations have grappled with a fragmented ESG landscape, where varied definitions, overlapping frameworks, and inconsistent […]
A New Year, a Bigger Picture: Setting Our Compass for 2030
A New Year, a Bigger Picture: Setting Our Compass for 2030 By Bruce Harper, Senior Sustainability Consultant at Antaris Consulting As the calendar flips to a new year, we often find ourselves setting resolutions, eager to chart a better course. Whether it’s personal or professional, the impulse is the same—reflect on where we’ve been, take […]
Global Sustainability in 2024: Innovations, Challenges, and Progress Across Key Sectors
Global Sustainability in 2024: Innovations, Challenges, and Progress Across Key Sectors In 2024, significant developments in sustainability have emerged across various sectors, highlighting progress, innovative solutions, and ongoing challenges: Renewable Energy and Decarbonization Efforts United Kingdom’s Building Decarbonization: The UK aims to decarbonize its building sector but faces a critical skills shortage. An estimated 350,000 […]
Guide for Climate Transition Planning: roadmap for a climate-resilient business
Guide for Climate Transition Planning: roadmap for a climate-resilient business What is a Climate Transition Plan? European businesses are increasingly required to develop and disclose climate transition plans—strategic frameworks outlining how they will align operations with climate goals, such as the Paris Agreement’s target to limit global warming to 1.5°C. These plans typically include […]
Antaris Position Paper on HVO
Antaris Position Paper on HVO Introduction Addressing Climate Change: Local Solutions for a Global Challenge Tackling climate change requires thoughtful, realistic solutions. While drop-in solutions for decarbonization like Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) may seem appealing, Antaris advocates a more nuanced approach. Before relying heavily on HVO, it is essential to consider the complexities and limitations […]
ESG Governance: 7 Critical Ways Governance Impacts Your Sustainability Strategy
ESG Governance: 7 Critical Ways Governance Impacts Your Sustainability Strategy ESG Governance is a crucial pillar of a company’s sustainability strategy as it shapes the way an organisation makes decisions, manages risks, and ensures accountability in pursuing sustainable practices. Here are seven critical ways ESG governance impacts sustainability: Leadership Commitment and Vision Effective ESG governance […]
ISO 45004:2024 New Guidelines on OH&S Performance Evaluation: Enhancing Compliance and Safety Monitoring
ISO 45004:2024 Occupational health and safety management — Guidelines on performance evaluation In March of this year, ISO published ISO 45004:2024 Occupational health and safety management — Guidelines on performance evaluation ISO 45004:2024 – Occupational health and safety management — Guidelines on performance evaluation Clause 9.1.1 of ISO 45001:2018 requires the organisation to have a […]
