What’s top of mind for sustainability leaders? Takeaways from Climate Compass

Companies that align sustainability and business objectives will be the leaders of tomorrow’s low-carbon economy.

That was the message concluding our flagship event Climate Compass. But how can you do that while navigating the global market, climate, and regulatory changes? 

Read on to get industry insights and tips from top sustainability leaders, including Alexandra Palt of L’Oreal, Jérémie Joos of KPMG France, Caroline Brun Ellefsen of ERM.

⭐TOP OF MIND

Measuring ESG and carbon data is complex and time-consuming without the right technology. Two-thirds (65%) of business leaders believe their organization is not sufficiently prepared to meet ESG objectives, nor to fulfill regulatory requirements, according to Workiva.

That’s why we launched Sweep for Compliance. Our new solution helps businesses easily collect, measure, and report ESG and carbon data in compliance with new sustainability regulations, including the CSRD and SFDR. More importantly, this will help you stay ahead of the game and focus on taking action to improve your overall business performance. Find out how it works

🎙️COMMUNITY VOICE

At Climate Compass, our CEO Rachel Delacour spoke to Jérémie Joos, Co-managing Partner of ESG Center of Excellence at KPMG France about the three pillars of effective climate action. Here's a recap of their discussion

🙌 LEVEL UP YOUR CLIMATE STRATEGY

Carbon management 

• Private Equity (PE) is evolving: Over the past decade, deal activity, and size have both increased significantly, largely due to the low-interest rate environment and increased valuation multiples. This makes PE investors in a great position to take the lead on the transition to a green economy. Here’s why 
• Low carbon growth: Myth or reality? Find out the positions of industry leaders Marie-Anne Vincent, our VP of Climate Finance, Caroline Brun Ellefsen of ERM, Philippe Zaouati of Mirova, and Alexandra Palt of L’Oreal when it comes to developing a business that’s aligned with low-carbon practices. 
• Collaboration, communication, and compliance are the three pillars for impactful action, according to our CEO Rachel Delacour and Jérémie Joos of KPMG France. Read their insights

Frameworks and regulations 

• What’s the future of sustainability reporting in France? Marie-Anne Vincent, our VP of Climate Finance, Laurent Le Guen of Workiva, and Mathieu Chastre of KPMG France shared best practices on how to prepare for sustainability reporting regulations at Workiva’s Accelerate Paris 2023. Find out how Sweep for Compliance can help
• Looking to report your ESG impact following industry standards? The Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) framework provides a robust and standardized approach to environmental, social, and governance disclosures. Here's what you need to know
• We talked about greenhushing. Here comes greenwashing. In an era of heightened environmental consciousness, the issue of greenwashing has become a pressing concern. While consumers prioritize sustainability, companies face the challenge of authentically aligning their practices with eco-friendly values. This handy guide explains how to avoid the pitfalls of greenwashing. 

🤝 UPCOMING EVENTS

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