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Nature | Climate Change

COP15: A Historic Deal to Halt Biodiversity Loss by 2030

What are the implications of COP15's Global Biodiversity Framework, and how can business move forward on new initiatives to protect nature?

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Emerging Issues | Technology | Sustainable Futures Lab | Human Rights

How Advances in Neurotech Will Impact Human Rights

As technology gets ever closer to influencing human behavior through neurotechnology, what are the emerging human rights risks?

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Human Rights

FIFA World Cup: Combating Modern Slavery at Mega Sporting Events

Major sporting events, like the FIFA World Cup, have been linked with human rights abuses. Here’s how business can protect human rights throughout these events.

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Human Rights | Technology

Conflict-Sensitive Human Rights Due Diligence for Tech Companies

Explore our new Toolkit for tech companies on navigating conflict-related issues.

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Climate Change | Sustainable Futures Lab | Emerging Issues

Scenario Analysis Learnings: Three Big Implications of Climate Risk to Business

Climate change’s physical impacts will happen over the next 15 years despite policies enacted today. How can business address transition risks and build resilience?

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Climate Change

Accelerating an Inclusive Energy Transition beyond COP27

How can business prepare for increased pressure from stakeholders post COP27? We share key outcomes from the International Climate Summit. 

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Human Rights | Financial Services

Deciphering EU Regulation on Finance and Human Rights

Taking a human lens to disclosure-oriented regulatory developments can align business and human rights standards, decrease administrative burden, and improve impact.

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Climate Change | Energy and Extractives

Just Transition: Navigating Beyond Best Practice

Current frameworks for reaching a just transition to a low-carbon economy lack focus on equity, inclusion, and justice. Explore four ways to transformational just transition.

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Climate Change

Calling for Action on Climate Justice at COP27

The communities that have contributed the least to climate change stand to be the most affected. Here's how companies can help advance climate justice. 

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Climate Change | Nature

How Business Can Integrate Biodiversity into a Nature Strategy

Biodiversity is gaining increasing attention, driving interest and investment in building solutions. But what is biodiversity, and how could it impact your business?

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Inside BSR: Q&A with Jonathan Morris

Inside BSR is our monthly series featuring BSR team members from around the world. Meet Jonathan Morris, an Associate Director based in Paris.

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Energy and Extractives | Sustainable Futures Lab | Emerging Issues

How Demand for Critical Minerals Could Lead to Counterintuitive Futures

Rohitesh Dhawan, President and CEO of the International Council on Mining and Metals, shares potential scenarios for the future of metals and minerals.

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Climate Change | Sustainable Futures Lab | Emerging Issues

Scenarios Reveal the Urgency of Climate Action for the Food, Beverage, and Agriculture Sector

Explore three future climate scenarios for the food, beverage, and agriculture sector, intended to help companies consider dynamic macro forces in climate plans.

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Financial Services | Human Rights

Social Unrest: Fixing the “S” of ESG in Private Equity

The ESG field is facing increased criticism. Here’s why it’s essential for private equity firms to adopt a human rights-based approach to sustainable investing.

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ESG | Governance

Building Competent Boards: ESG Not about “Skills-Washing”

Boards need to understand emerging ESG issues and make informed decisions. Helle Bank Jorgensen, CEO and Founder of Competent Boards, discusses board training and evolution.