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While the EU has made significant progress in building a sustainability framework, the latest Omnibus proposals increase policy incoherence and diverge from international due diligence standards. Businesses evaluating the Omnibus can consider five key changes that could affect their ability to understand and manage their most severe sustainability impacts.

BSR discusses the status of the EU AI Act—in terms of provisions that have come into force and those yet to do so—as well as potential changes to the AI Act in the future. 

“The best way through the current environment, which indeed is challenging, is together.” BSR President and CEO Aron Cramer shares a message with BSR members about the importance of strategic vision and networks of support during periods of change and uncertainty.

Boards facing risks may consider scaling back sustainability efforts to reduce short-term political risk, but this can create new problems. Emphasizing strong sustainability governance through strategic oversight helps companies navigate challenges, build resilience, and create long-term value.

Find out why an integrated approach to climate, nature, and people is no longer optional, and how systems thinking, organizations shifts, and even nature itself can help businesses navigate complexity, build resilience, and scale impact. 

For long-term business resilience, it’s important to consider the health of people as well as the planet. Centering Health Equity in Climate Action shares insights on how business can integrate health equity into their climate action strategies.

In a period of staggering global uncertainty, Aron Cramer discusses how BSR plans to meet this moment together with member companies.

Compounding crises have wreaked havoc on global supply chains and show no sign of letting up. BSR shares implications of these tariffs and recommendations on next steps for companies.

The overall impacts of the U.S.'s announced tariffs will almost certainly seriously impede sustainable business. Explore the potential consequences of the tariffs and how companies can respond effectively.

Fintech is a booming industry that allows a secure, convenient, and accessible use of financial services, but its opportunities come with social and human rights risks that companies can address through a tailored approach aligned with the UNGPs.

The Rule of Law is critical for companies because it creates a stable environment where they are more likely to invest, innovate, and thrive. BSR shares ways for business to uphold the Rule of Law.

As we approach International Women’s Day, what steps can companies take to promote women's equality in their everyday business operations?

Against a backdrop of labor shortages and persistent challenges with existing legislation, BSR experts share their recommendations for managing human rights risks for migrants across US Food, Beverage, and Agriculture supply chains. 

BSR Technology and Human Rights experts discuss the benefits of conducting a Child Rights Impact Assessment and key takeaways from their recent report.

How can companies continue to deliver value and stability while navigating immense pressure from the new US administration to abandon their commitments to sustainable business?