Compliance News
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Major Norway pension fund weighs Brazil divestment over Amazon deforestationKLP, Norway’s largest pension fund with over US$80 billion in assets, said it may divest from transnational commodities companies operating in Brazil like Cargill, Bunge, and ADM if they work with producers who contribute to deforestation. -
Can Asean launch of popular sustainability reporting standard nudge firms beyond box-ticking?Policy & Finance
Can Asean launch of popular sustainability reporting standard nudge firms beyond box-ticking?
Global Reporting Initiative has launched in Southeast Asia, and the non-profit aims to help businesses in the region navigate the complexities of sustainability reporting.
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Indonesia bans products labeled ‘palm oil-free'The Indonesian food regulatory agency says there’s an implication that products labeled “palm oil-free” are healthier, which would constitute false advertising. -
Arctic cruises accused of leaving indigenous people in the coldIndigenous communities are being "overwhelmed" by ships that drop up to 1,000 passengers in small villages but offer no employment opportunities.
Compliance Opinion
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Three easy ways Philippine firms can get serious about sustainability– Companies in the Philippines that report on sustainability for mere compliance are missing out on a real opportunity to drive profits and create meaningful societal change, write The Purpose Business's Pat Dwyer and Carissa Pobre. -
How will Brexit affect the environment?– The European Union created 80 per cent of the United Kingdom's environmental laws. So what will happen when the UK leaves the EU? -
Promoting green business: 3 priorities for action– Green business is a win-win for all, but the private sector alone cannot finance its growth. Here's how policymakers can help scale up Asia's sustainable business, write Asian Development Bank's Daniele Ponzi and Erin Jan Sinogba.
Videos
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This engineer is using old cell phones to stop illegal logging– Logging scars landscapes, destroys habitats and is a major contributor to climate change. Here's how old Android smartphones--that might otherwise end up in a landfill-- are being used to stop illegal logging and curb climate change impacts.
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The Eco-Business 10th Anniversary Gala NightCelebrate Eco-Business' 10th Anniversary as we unveil the Eco-Business A-List. -
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