Pulse on America – Corporate DEI and ESG initiatives
Our latest Pulse on America poll found that against a backdrop of anti-DEI and ESG activism, American workers continue to support corporate diversity and sustainability initiatives. Read the full report.
Climate Week NYC insights to advance a richer sustainability conversation
Adopting the theme “It’s Time,” this year’s Climate Week gathered leaders across business, academia, government and civil society to challenge participants to take on the crucial decisions and actions today. Here are the key takeaways.
How to supercharge collective, contagious action at UNGA and beyond
Despite of tensions and challenges surrounding SDGs as a result of polycrisis and disruptions, civil society organizations and philanthropic funders should step forward as champions of sustainable solutions who do not face the constraints challenging public and private sectors.
UN General Assembly: what to watch
With this year’s UNGA opens next week, here is an overview of both official UN events and noteworthy side events to watch.
Rethinking corporate philanthropy for the post-ESG era
While ESG discourse may have become politicized, the substance of corporate investments stays the same – to create shared value, for both the long-term health of the business and the stakeholders and communities it serves. Read for pro-tips on the repositioning of corporate foundations in the post-ESG era.
COP28 the road ahead on climate communications
To help make sense of the potential impacts of this year’s COP, our climate experts have developed the advisory COP28: The Road Ahead on Climate Communications in 2024, drawing on insights from across our global network.
Leading at the Intersections in 2024: leading amid a changing and chaotic world
Powell Tate’s report Leading at the Intersections 2024 covers six of the most front-and-center issues that impact businesses across all sectors, including AI, geopolitics and the 2024 elections. See our perspectives on 2024.
The Road to COP 28
With over 70,000 anticipated participants and several global pre-COP events, this year’s UN’s climate summit COP 28 has already attracted attention across world leaders, corporations, and NGOs. Our expert on international public affairs shares insights on the topics to watch.
World Water Day: An Urgent Call for Action and Solutions
March 22 is World Water Day, a day that focuses on accelerating change to solve the water and sanitation crisis, which has a major impact in many other SDG targets beyond health and hygiene, especially those related to poverty, gender equality, quality education and economic growth. This article highlights how companies can take action.
The Employee Imperative of ESG
UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres declared at COP27 that “we must have zero tolerance for net zero greenwashing” and lawmakers around the world are responding to this call. While global companies are moving quickly to adopt, there is real evidence to suggest that organizations are overlooking an important internal watchdog — their own employees.
Purpose Decoded Forecast
In the four-part Purpose Decoded Forecast video series, we feature expert commentary on the key environment, social and governance (ESG) and sustainability trends shaping the agenda in 2023.
Davos 2023: Where’s the Gravity Gone?
This year’s World Economic Forum brought together 3,000 government, business, and civil society decision-makers to address major global issues and priorities for 2023. The mood was decidedly mixed, even confused. And yet, there were signs of optimism and urgency to adapt to a rapidly changing, complex world. Read the full report for insights and analysis of this year’s event.
Purpose Decoded Forecast: 2023 Sustainability Agenda
‘2023 Sustainability Agenda’ is the third installment of our ‘Purpose Decoded Forecast’ series on the global trends shaping the environment, social and governance (ESG) agenda in 2023. Our global Sustainability Task Force spoke to a range of experts to better understand the future of sustainable business and where leaders should focus to accelerate progress.
Purpose Decoded Forecast: 2023 ESG Disclosure Landscape
‘2023 ESG Disclosure Landscape’ is the second installment of our ‘Purpose Decoded Forecast’ series on the global trends shaping the environment, social and governance (ESG) agenda in 2023. Our global Sustainability Task Force spoke to a range of experts to better understand why ESG disclosure matters and how alignment to relevant and reliable disclosure practices can help advance ESG as a strategic business driver.
Purpose Decoded Forecast: 2023 Climate Action Roadmap
‘2023 Climate Action Roadmap’ is the fourth and final installment of our ‘Purpose Decoded Forecast’ series on the global trends shaping the environment, social and governance (ESG) agenda in 2023. Our global Sustainability Task Force spoke to a range of experts to better understand the business transformation opportunity and the broader innovation imperative to achieve a net-zero future and protect vital natural capital in the era of climate change.
Purpose Decoded Forecast: 2023 ESG Outlook
‘2023 ESG Outlook’ is the first installment of our ‘Purpose Decoded Forecast’ series on the global trends shaping the environment, social and governance (ESG) agenda in 2023. Our global Sustainability Task Force spoke to a range of experts to discuss how CEOs and corporate leaders should define ESG strategically to drive business performance and impact.
Leading at the Intersections 2023
Powell Tate’s report, Leading at the Intersections 2023 provides our clients with actionable insights on some of the biggest issues of the moment, what to be watching for in 2023, as well as some of our best thinking from the past year.
Sustainability Sensemaking
In the ‘Sustainability Sensemaking’ series, we feature expert commentary on the global trends shaping the climate and environment, social and governance (ESG) agenda surrounding the U.N. Climate Conference.
COP27: Net Zero’s Greenwashing Reckoning and Communications Implications
While many hoped this year’s United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27) would catalyze global momentum towards addressing the increasingly dire predictions of our warming climate, the outcome was once again flawed yet consequential for our world and our organizations — with clear implications for corporate communicators.
Sustainability Sensemaking: The Climate Justice Imperative
In this fourth installment of our Sustainability Sensemaking series, we spoke with experts to discuss “climate justice” and “environmental justice”.
Sustainability Sensemaking: The Future of Climate Finance
‘The Future of Climate Finance’ is the third installment of our ‘Sustainability Sensemaking’ series on the global trends shaping the climate and environment, social and governance (ESG) agenda. Our global Sustainability Task Force spoke to a range of experts to better understand the changing dynamics of climate finance to fund the net-zero transition, support mitigation and adaptation strategies and pay for loss and damage.
Sustainability Sensemaking: Corporate Climate Diplomacy
The private sector has a vital role to play to mitigate the impacts of a changing climate and advance resilient solutions, yet, corporate climate commitments are dependent on an enabling policy environment. We spoke to experts to better understand the changing dynamics of public-private cooperation on climate issues.
Sustainability Sensemaking: The Road to COP27
As world leaders prepare to gather for the annual UN Climate Conference (COP27) in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, November 6-18, we’re tracking the conversation and developments around this increasingly urgent, complex and nuanced moment.
Climate Spotlight 2022
As world leaders, CEOs, advocates and policymakers convene for the UN General Assembly, NY Climate Week and several other high-profile convenings this month, our team is tracking key climate trends, policies, events and implications for corporate leaders. We created the Climate Spotlight 2022 briefing to provide an overview of recent trends and policy actions and look ahead to global climate diplomacy through the end of this year.
Summary of the Climate Provisions in the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022
Designed to tackle climate change, lower healthcare costs, reduce the federal deficit and fight inflation, the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 includes the largest federal investment to slow global warming, support the development of a green economy, and mitigate the impact of a changing climate on businesses and society.
Five Issues to Watch Post-Davos
The World Economic Forum hosted an off cycle Annual Meeting on 22–26 May. Our experts are tracking five trends from the Davos dialogue with implications for global companies navigating issues and reputation at the intersection of geopolitics, capital markets and ESG.
Four Considerations for Businesses in an Ever-Changing, Climate-Focused World
With all the major issues facing the world, climate change still looms as the largest threat to society and humanity. Here are four key considerations for all brands or businesses, wherever they may be on their sustainability journeys.
Communicating Clearly and Transparently on Climate Solutions
Sustainability terms are oftentimes vague and extremely technical — and using these terms incorrectly or interchangeably can lead to confusion among stakeholders and significant reputational issues for brands. To help reduce risk and provide full transparency to your stakeholders on your environmental progress, communicators should know and understand this vocabulary.
How to Acknowledge Earth Day in a Climate Emergency
Earth Day is a key milestone for organizations to demonstrate progress in mitigating the impact of a changing climate and promoting environmental solutions that safeguard people and the planet. In preparation for Earth Day on April 22, 2022, here are five important considerations for companies.
The Evolution of ESG in Light of War in Ukraine
Six weeks into the war in Ukraine, it is clear there will be both predicable and unpredictable ripple effects from the conflict with profound implications for environment, social and governance (ESG) considerations for businesses.
