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Why your CFO might become a chief value officer too
Increased reporting demands and a changing world mean organisations are looking to create significant value more than ever before – and that responsibility is falling on chief financial officers.
News by " Kirstie Pickering
29.10.2024
Materiality Matters: How startups and VCs need to approach ESG
ESG principles have gained significant traction in recent years, but the conversation surrounding them continues to be clouded in misunderstanding. The prevailing notion that “starting with anything that looks like sustainability” will suffice has led startups and investors astray.
Opinion by " Hannah Leach & Johannes Lenhard
17.10.2024
Materiality Matters: How startups and VCs need to approach ESG
The art of comparison: Analysis highlights growing impact of ESG standards in venture
Annual research from ESG_VC and BVCA analyses data from almost 600 start-ups backed by leading venture capital firms.
News by " Paul Ferretti
05.06.2024
Henry Philipson
Why businesses cannot lose sight of CSRD in 2024
Covering a range of important factors such as environmental impact, social responsibility, human rights, and governance, the implementation of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) marks a significant step towards accounting for sustainability alongside financial reporting in the EU. 
Opinion by " Mauro Cozzi
10.05.2024
Mauro Cozzi
What does California’s decision on diversity data mean for Europe?
A few weeks ago, Californian took a big step. In a move designed to boost the diversity of the notoriously homogenous world of venture-backed startups, the State’s Governor, Gavin Newsom, passed a law that means VCs in the state must report on the diversity of their portfolio companies.
Opinion by " Eleanor Kaye
23.11.2023
What does California’s decision on diversity data mean for Europe?
ESG supply chain sentiment in the news
As consumer demand shifted and labour shortages became apparent, supply chain issues first rose to prominence during lockdown. Problems continued to dominate headlines last year too, as business models were disrupted and many companies incurred increased costs.
Opinion by " Sam Leavitt
14.11.2023
ESG Supply Chain Sentiment in the News
Sustainability and Profitability: 10 essential questions for business owners and leaders
In today's business landscape, there's a growing emphasis on sustainability — balancing profit-making with environmental responsibility. Sustainability is about ensuring that our actions benefit not just our pockets but also the planet we inhabit.
Tools by " Fabien Cros
16.10.2023
10 propositions to help any company drive their transformation toward sustainability while monetising it
Unravelling eco-friendly buzzwords: A guide for ethical beauty entrepreneurs
In today's beauty industry, the allure of eco-friendly products and sustainable practices is more enticing than ever. However, behind the glitzy packaging and catchy buzzwords lies a disconcerting truth: greenwashing and false advertising are rampant, leaving well-intentioned entrepreneurs in the dark about the true impact of their products.
News by " Anete Vabule
30.08.2023
Beyond climate change – We have much more to worry about than just the weather
For many businesses a singular focus on net-zero, climate change and the shift to renewable energy has largely blinded them from the reality that environmental issues are much wider than ‘just’ the weather. New businesses must seize the opportunity to embed a more holistic approach to sustainability from their inception.
Opinion by " Jonah Grunsell
08.08.2023
Beyond climate change – We have much more to worry about than just the weather
New report by ESG_VC reveals ESG performance of 450 startups
ESG_VC, the industry initiative enabling startups to measure and improve their ESG performance, and the BVCA have today published analysis of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) data provided by 450 startups backed by leading venture capital firms including Lakestar, Balderton Molten, Highland, Beringea, and MMC.
News by " Jamie Walker
28.06.2023
How ‘responsible’ is the financial market for ESG investing?
Recent news shows that the number of Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) carrying an ESG label more than doubled in the past two years, reaching almost 1,300 at the end of 2022.
Opinion by " Stefano Capacci
15.06.2023
How ‘responsible’ is the financial market for ESG investing?
Now is not the time for startups and businesses to compromise on purpose for profit
As the dust settles on our shrinking UK economy and growing global concerns, startups across the board are facing a well trodden fork in the road; why are we chasing profit, when we can, and should, shoot for purpose?
Opinion by " Abb-d Taiyo
28.04.2023
Now is not the time for startups and businesses to compromise on purpose for profit
What do new ESG reporting rules mean for SMEs in Europe?
Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting has become increasingly important in recent years. The latest legislation from the European Union, however, means businesses will have no choice but to take it seriously – something that could have significant consequences for larger enterprises and longer term significant impacts for publicly traded small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
News by " Jessica Camus
26.09.2022
What do new ESG reporting rules mean for SMEs in Europe?
Working for everyone: nine B Corp certified startups you should know
Whether it's saving food from the tip, or giving underwear to people who need it in refugee camps - these nine startups operating in the UK with B Corp certification are making the world a better place.
Portfolio by " Max Lunn
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14.09.2022
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