ISSB (International Sustainability Standards Board)

Our latest insight into the development and implementation of the ISSB standards. Launched in 2021 by the IFRS Foundation, the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) is aiming to create a global baseline for climate and sustainability disclosures. This page features news and analysis on global uptake of the S1 and S2 standards, next priorities for the ISSB, interoperability with other frameworks, and what this means for investors.

LATEST ISSB NEWS

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ISSB’s Faber addresses ‘emotionally charged’ reaction to EU proposal

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European Commission may include route for ISSB compliance in draft standards expected imminently.
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ISSB staff urge board to limit nature standard-setting to ‘practice statement’

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Options to develop standalone nature standard or add nature to existing standards should be dropped to 'minimise disruption' to adoption of S1 and S2, board told.
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EU weighing last-minute move to adopt ISSB sustainability standards

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Stronger measures to separate financial and impact information could be implemented in European Sustainability Reporting Standards revision.
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ISSB moves forward on nature-related metrics, targets and transition plans

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Standard setter ’tentatively’ agrees next steps on nature ahead of release of exposure draft at COP17 in October.

Asset managers push back against UK sustainability standards

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Sustainability-focused industry bodies call for stricter reporting requirements as FCA consultation on UK rules closes.

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