ESF Newsletter- September Edition
Intertek Business Assurance
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Sarah Lovell - Why Hoteliers Should Keep Up Momentum on Low-Carbon Initiatives
As the world intensifies its focus on environmental concerns, hoteliers mustn't lose pace in their commitment to low-carbon initiatives. Not only do these practices contribute to a healthier planet, but they also resonate with a growing segment of... Read more.
Lauren Whittemore - 11 training resources to bolster your climate and net-zero strategy
Navigating the complexities of climate action and net-zero commitments just got easier. Explore GreenBiz's compilation of 11 top-notch training resources to fortify your strategy. From understanding carbon markets to implementing resilient... Read more.
Saler Siow - Intertek Malaysia Collaborates With The Malaysian Recycling Alliance To Promote Consumer Education And Public Awareness Program
Last month, on the island of Langkawi, Intertek Malaysia collaborated with the Malaysian Recycling Alliance (MAREA), to promote the Consumer Education and Public Awareness (CEPA) program. The purpose of the event was to engage and educate the... Read more.
Mark Temme - UK alongside with Russia and Belarus
The recent Guardian article discussing the UK's consideration to withdraw from the European Convention on Human Rights to curb Channel migrant crossings is a matter of deep concern. While the move aims to deter unauthorized immigration, it could... Read more
Caitlin Connell - Unlocking the Power of Creative Communication: Apple's Sustainability Video
Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues are at the forefront of corporate responsibility, Apple has taken a bold step by harnessing the potential of video storytelling to engage the ESG-conscious customer. While traditional... Read more.
Justin Bettey - How companies can push for more women leaders in their supply chains – with the help of a new gender toolkit
A great initiative from Tesco and Oxfam collaborating to develop a "Gender Toolkit" to help supply chains increase gender leadership balance. Tesco has a plan that includes the target that by 2025, women should make up at least 30% of supervisors... Read more.
Nitin Shahani - EFRAG-GRI Statement of Interoperability
In a recent collaborative move, the European Financial Reporting Advisory Group (EFRAG) and the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) released a joint statement emphasizing the importance of interoperability in non-financial reporting. Recognizing the... Read more.
Simona Romanoschi - Developing policies to upkeep good corporate governance
The Singapore Corporate Awards 2023, as highlighted by Business Times, is emphasizing the significance of developing and upkeeping sustainable policies in the corporate world. This year's focus underscores the criticality of integrating... Read more.
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Kennedy Amissah - Shoppers say they want sustainable goods but....
A recent article on SaltWire highlighted a puzzling consumer trend. While shoppers vocally express a preference for sustainable products, many aren't willing to pay a premium for them. This disparity between intention and action raises questions... Read more
Justin Bettey - Human rights is essential teaching in every business school.
We have come a long way in the last ten years with regards the topic of Human Rights being discussed within the boardroom, but ensuring the c-suites of the future have it already imprinted within their business DNA is something we need to strive... Read more.
Richard Norris - Rethinking Workload Placement in The Age of Generative AI.
The advent of generative AI is reshaping our approach to workload placement in computing environments. No longer confined to static models of resource allocation, businesses now need to consider the dynamic nature of AI tasks. Generative... Read more.
Samir Ahmed - Hospitality promoting inclusive growth
Hospitality emerges as a beacon of inclusive growth, catalyzing socio-economic transformation. Beyond offering plush stays and delectable cuisines, the industry propels communities by generating employment across skill sets. By embracing... Read more.
Catherine Beare - Private Sector urged to up efforts to tackle Modern Slavery.
We have seen a number of articles in the last week detailing challenges back to the private sector and governments to up the efforts in tackling Modern Slavery. In the UK Sustainable investment firm CCLA, alongside a coalition of investors,... Read more.
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The E.U. Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) requires ESG reporting on a level never seen before and will capture a whole host of companies that previously were not subject to mandatory nonfinancial reporting requirements, including public and private non-EU companies that meet certain EU-presence thresholds. Learn more...
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