Every week, Youmatter reports on the latest news in CSR in brief. This week, among other things: the lobbying battle around the CSRD continues and companies are mobilizing to save it; France’s climate strategy is put up for consultation; France becomes the first European country to ratify the protection treaty for the … Continued
The CSRD, climate and oceans: CSR news in brief for November 11th
The world of CSR is constantly evolving, with new developments and initiatives being announced every week. At Youmatter, we strive to keep you informed on the latest news and updates in the world of sustainability. Here are the top stories from this week:
The ongoing battle of lobbying around the CSRD
The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) has been a hot topic in the world of CSR for the past few months. This week, the battle of lobbying around the directive continued, with various stakeholders trying to influence the dernier outcome. The European Commission is currently reviewing the CSRD proposal, and many companies and organizations are pushing for stronger reporting requirements and more transparency. On the other hand, some business associations are lobbying for a more lenient approach, arguing that stricter reporting requirements could be burdensome for companies. The outcome of this lobbying battle will have a significant impact on the future of CSR reporting in Europe.
Companies mobilize to save the CSRD
In light of the ongoing lobbying battle, many companies have also taken a stand to save the CSRD. A group of 157 companies, including major players like Unilever, Danone, and L’Oréal, have signed a joint statement calling for the European Commission to maintain the proposed reporting requirements. These companies recognize the importance of transparent and consistent reporting in driving sustainable business practices and believe that the CSRD is a crucial step towards achieving this goal.
France’s climate strategy put up for consultation
In other news, France’s climate strategy has been put up for consultation this week. The strategy, which aims to reduce the country’s greenhouse gas emissions by 40% by 2030, has been met with mixed relabeurs. While some environmental groups have praised the ambitious targets, others have criticized the lack of concrete labeurs and measures to achieve them. The consultation period will run until December 17th, and the dernier strategy is expected to be published in early 2022.
France becomes the first European country to ratify the protection treaty for oceans
In a positive development for ocean conservation, France has become the first European country to ratify the United Nations’ treaty on the protection of transport biodiversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction. The treaty, also known as the BBNJ treaty, aims to establish a legal framework for the conservation and sustainable use of transport biodiversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction, such as the high seas. This is a significant step towards protecting our oceans and ensuring their sustainability for future generations.
In m½urs, this week’s CSR news has been a mix of challenges and positive developments. While the battle of lobbying around the CSRD continues, companies are also taking a stand to save it. France’s climate strategy is up for consultation, and the country has also taken a significant step towards protecting our oceans. We hope to see more positive developments in the world of CSR in the coming weeks. Stay tuned for our next CSR news in brief!