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Canadian Credit Unions and Effective Climate Governance: Cooperating for a Sustainable Future
As the impacts of climate change become increasingly evident, directors of credit unions should recognize climate governance and management as a strategic issue within their institutions. This guide emphasizes the importance of understanding directors’ duties, cooperative principles, and the profound effects of extreme weather events on credit union members. It is a valuable resource for […]
Read moreCase studies: The role of boards in driving climate action
The Climate Governance Initiative presents four business case studies on the experiences of leading companies driving climate action from the board level. The case studies highlight the climate and sustainability commitments, strategies and activities of four organisations from diverse geographies and sectors, from real estate to cosmetics. The case studies provide a snapshot of: The […]
Read moreKeeping Up to Speed on Climate Risk Management and the Latest Disclosure Regulations
This article is shared with permission from CTEA and Matrix Group Publishing Inc. It was originally published in the Spring 2023 issue of CTEA Today. The full magazine can be read here: https://www.ctea.ca/page/CTEAMagazines.
Read moreNew Zealand director duties to manage nature-related risks and impact on natural capital: Legal Opinion 2023
This New Zealand legal opinion confirms that company directors have a duty to ensure that their businesses are identifying foreseeable and material nature-related risks and to take such risks into account in decision making. The main risk to directors of businesses dependent on nature-based services (particularly in the primary, tourism and manufacturing sectors) is to […]
Read MoreA Guide to Effective Climate Governance for TSX Venture Issuers in the Mining Sector
This guide provides information to support TSXV-listed boards, management, and professionals in the mining and mineral exploration sector on their path to effective climate governance. It clarifies the legal duties of directors and officers of junior mining companies with respect to climate change; offers insights regarding proposed new regulation; highlights industry guidance on effective climate […]
Read moreCanada: Integrating sustainability goals across the investment industry
This report argues that policy changes are required if investors are to contribute fully to Canada’s long-term environmental and social sustainability. The authors examine the relevant aspects of the Canadian legal and regulatory framework and identify areas where more clarity and guidance are needed. They then recommend reforms that would enable investors to consider sustainability […]
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