Tag: World Economic Forum
Businesses at risk of ‘mistaking’ their ethical priorities in the face of economic woes
The impact of the cost-of-living crisis, high energy costs and inflation tops list of risks in Institute of Business Ethics research.
News round-up: this week in governance
BlackRock highlights gender diversity benefits; FRC publishes advice on ‘materiality mindsets’; WEF hears that growth takes many forms.
What boards really need to know about AI
Artificial intelligence will affect organisations everywhere, and the greatest step forward for boards will be in terms of trust.
Growing climate litigation is ‘absolutely necessary’
UN expert Ian Fry says court cases are needed to legally hold ‘to account’ those who cause damage to the environment.
News round-up: this week in governance
NEDs quit over CEO pay proposal; 91% of consumers seek improved ESG; ‘We need regenerative businesses’; sustainability standards on the way.
Let’s talk about ‘regenerative business’, not sustainability
Sustainability and net-zero commitments may not be enough. We need companies to take a long-term view of ESG and promote regeneration.
Why nature is a business priority
With biodiversity loss affecting ecosystems and companies around the world, nature needs to have a seat at all boardroom tables today.
Investors favour votes against directors over say-on-climate proposals
Rather than push for say-on-climate votes, unhappy shareholders tend to simply vote against the reappointment of directors, research finds.
Companies ‘will face growing climate litigation’
‘Do your homework’ and get ready for a rise in climate-related lawsuits, warn legal experts at this year’s Davos conference.
Top fund fires warning shot at ‘laggard’ boards
Norges Bank chief executive warns boards of investor pressure on climate proposals and challenges ‘corporate greed’.