CSRD

Amendments that would make it compulsory for shareholders to be offered a vote on listed companies’ climate transition plans, as reported under CSRD, are being debated at the National Assembly.

Draft law exempts CSRD preparers from reporting under Germany's supply chain act, while national standards body's sustainability expertise comes under fire by NGOs.

The latest ESG movers and shakers: British Columbia Investments hiring stewardship lead; PRI loses product research head; IIGCC and PRI hiring for nature teams.

Report will build on previous work and ‘tackle supervision’ for NCAs, as global asset manager warns 'engagement washing' could be next industry issue.

The French financial watchdog is experiencing budget and staffing difficulties amid new CSRD requirements, while other EU regulators have announced plans to assess their resources.

ERAFP recommends voting against auditors if CSRD assurance is lacking in detail to "emphasise the importance of verifying this data".

Japan sets up ISSB working group; US firms in scope for CSRD reporting should beware of 'negative feedback loops', say lawyers.

The latest developments in sustainable finance: UK pensions regulator calls for early TNFD adoption; Italy launches CSRD consultation.

The Swedish government has put forward a package of reliefs for companies that would delay the first reporting cycle to January 2025.

French financial watchdog publishes climate transition planning CSRD guidance for local companies.