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Climate risks could downgrade 20% of firms: Fitch Ratings

Fitch expects uneven impacts across sectors amidst transition to low-carbon economy.

Climate risks could downgrade 20% of firms: Fitch Ratings

Fitch expects uneven impacts across sectors amidst transition to low-carbon economy.

10 of 11 business sectors fall short of net-zero challenge

PWC listed three actions to achieve sustainability goals.

How CEOs, policymakers can navigate hurdles of energy transition

There are 25 physical challenges that need to be tackled to advance the transition, says McKinsey & Co.

The four pillars of an improved performance management system

McKinsey found performance management is most effective when it features strong, consistent internal logic that employees understand.

Companies overlook climate risks despite growing threats

High costs hinder adoption of climate risk strategies in real estate.

CEOs overlook climate change in business models: PwC

Over half of CEOs say lower returns from climate-friendly investments hinder their decarbonisation efforts.

KPMG: Most companies still lack readiness for ESG data assurance

There is a widening gap between ESG leaders and beginners.

Some power technologies lag in reaching 2030 net-zero emissions: Mckinsey

To solve this, the report recommends aggressive cost reduction.

Only one-third of companies ready for independent ESG data assurance

Meanwhile, the gap between organisation leaders and beginners widens.

CEOs embrace sustainability as top growth driver in 2024

This has made companies rethink their long-term plans.

Global treaty key to advancing waste management in manufacturing: WEF

Unified policies and funding are essential for scaling plastic waste solutions in Asia.

APAC businesses struggle to reach net zero amidst climate threats

Technical complexities and lack of resources hinder sustainability efforts.

Farmers likely to adopt sustainable farming practices linked to ROI

The ROI, however, depends on a combination of factors such as crop yield, and prices.

Sustainable farming adoption in the US increases but penetration stays low

Around 90% of farmers are aware of sustainable farming practices.

Quiet quitters in UK may add up to 4% hidden costs

It can be nearly as high as the cost of people actually resigning, McKinsey.

Three in five garments end up in landfills annually

Lowest-priced garments are discarded after only seven wears.

Companies bleed $90m in productivity due to employee disengagement

Addressing 6 key factors for disengagement could save firms about $56m.