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Surprising Findings revealed by CSE’s research on Sustainability (CR) and Non Financial Reporting in Europe

The Centre for Sustainability and Excellence (CSE) announces its annual Research for Sustainability (CR) Reporting Trends in Europe 2018. The research explores the level of commitment of European companies, through their common Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility strategic goals, and how well they measure their impacts and social value.

CSE’s research looked at four hundred and seventy five (475) companies from eight (8) leading business sectors that represent 20% of total Reporting companies. These sectors are financial services, construction, food and beverage, logistics, chemicals, healthcare, telecommunications, energy.

The Research is intended to provide valuable information to stakeholders including investors, business leaders, company boards, CSR and sustainability professionals, NGOs, customers, academics, and students. The research includes a comparative analysis of the common Sustainability Strategic Objectives per sector in selected European Countries, the common Social Impact Goals and the practices followed by EU companies on how to measure their social impact, as well as the impact of the EU Directive on non-financial reporting. Additionally, the Research explores reporting practices, external assurance practices and the integration of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Top 5 Trends and Challenges revealed by the Research:

Companies in Europe tend to focus and commit to specific strategic objectives, regardless of their sector and location of operations. Objectives include, among others, climate change and energy efficiency, sustainable operations and sustainable supply chains.

The social impact goals of these companies relate to expanding the reach of their sustainability strategies to their business partners, mitigating the impacts to local communities and providing responsible products and services. However, significant gaps have been identified in the impact measuring of those initiatives and application of practices. This could be achieved through a Socioeconomic Impact Assessment or the use of tools such as SROI.

Adoption of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) has proceeded rapidly in Europe. A significant percentage of reports already include specific commitments to the SDGs and it is expected that the majority of businesses will embed SDGs into their strategy and business practices within the next five years.

The use of specific Reporting guidelines is growing, thus adding value, integrity, transparency and reliability to Reports. Of the many guidelines available, 55% of examined companies use the Reporting Guidelines of the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), which improve stakeholder transparency. No significant trend for Integrating Reporting practices has been identified, despite the new Directive for non-financial Reporting.

In Europe, the majority of reports (76%) following reporting guidelines has not sought external assurance and therefore these reports do not get the credibility they deserve. Although their aim is to become more transparent regarding the disclosure of non financial information, they are only half-way there.

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Report findings will be presented at CSE’s Sustainability Practitioner Program (Advanced Edition 2018 in London, this December 6-7, 2018. CSE research programs inform the continuous updates of the online specialized courses offered by the Sustainability Academy.

The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) released a report titled “Global Warming of 1.5°C.” This report focuses on what impacts we should expect from this level of Global Warming, at 1.5 degrees and 2 degrees.

Firstly, the report analyzes at the impacts of some specific levels of climate change—assessing impacts specifically at 1.5 and 2.0 degrees warming, but also taking a broader look of possible global warming consequences. In addition, it compares previous researches on how would global warming affect ecosystems, sea level rise, human health, livelihoods, communities, and more.

The report evaluates both quantitatively and qualitatively how much the risks rise along with the temperature. The short answer is that we are already at 1 degree warming and witnessing some worrying impacts; 1.5 degrees is going to have more severe effects while more than 2 degrees will put us into a hazardous situation we cannot yet predict.

Clearly this is a major problem. Such large and complex complications certainly require transformational thinking, integration, and immense movements. CSE will locate itself in London this December 06-07 to present its annual Advanced Certified Sustainability Practitioner Program. Findings of the new CSE research will also be presented and discussed in detail for the first time in London. Planning and thinking ahead in order to maintain a vital climate and sustainability plan is on CSE’s agenda along with Sustainability, Supply Chain, Corporate Responsibility and Corporate Communications.

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Progress is already happening, in green energy and many other areas relating to climate balance. Nevertheless, we need to do more and act faster, which requires knowledge in depth, choices and policy. The only strategy that works is one that fully engages all levels of action. The IPCC report highlights what we have already identified regarding the risks of climate change and challenges us all to step in and make the necessary transformation.

Do not miss the next CSE Certified Sustainability (CSR) Practitioner Program (Advanced Edition 2018) will be in London, UK December 06-07, 2018. For more information, visit www.cse-net.org or email [email protected].

As recently published in 3BL Media, the Sustainability Academy is CSE’s global initiative to offer affordable, specialized, online education in the field of Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility.

Of particular relevance is the Certificate on Carbon Reduction Strategy. The IPCC’s latest report finds that if greenhouse gas emissions increase by 1.5C by 2040 (down from the previous fear of 2C), the world can expect inundating coastlines and intensifying droughts and poverty.

The Sustainability Academy has set the ambitious goal to train 100,000 sustainability professionals by 2020, in time to make a positive impact. It is designed to help professionals, entrepreneurs and graduates keep up to date with current legislation, global trends and best practices.

Based on his work with the Sustainability Academy, the Silicon Valley Community Foundation, the largest community foundation in US and globally, honored Nikos Avlonas, president of CSE, as 2018 Practitioner of the Year for Corporate Responsibility, together with Google, Inc., winner of the corporate award.

Training is critical to corporate and organizational success as detailed in Sustainability Magic Bullet: Invest in Training!. Already, more than 5,000 learners from 30 countries and various sectors have taken part in CSE certified trainings. With a critical mass of Sustainability Practitioners, CSE envisions deep change, enabling corporations, municipal and community organizations to apply principles such as the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Instilling a common language and understanding helps integrate Sustainability in all aspects of corporate and institutional functions. Other specialized online programs include:

For more information about the Sustainability Academy and special offers for group programs, contact [email protected].

The UK government released the court-ordered air pollution plan revealing that the pollution problem is worse than thought. This plan indicates that some of the local authorities found higher levels of air pollution than the government estimations suggested.

ClientEarth said “some people could now have to wait until 2028 for dangerous levels of pollution to subside. It’s absolutely staggering that only now, eight years after legal limits came into force, the true extent of the problem is being uncovered for large areas of the country”.

Amidst the environmentally hazardous issues, this December 06-07, CSE will host in London for the second time this year the Advanced Certified Sustainability Practitioner Program. CSE will present all the latest hot trends on sustainability as well as its annual Research findings on Sustainability Reporting for 2018. Planning and thinking ahead in order to maintain a climate and sustainability plan is on CSE’s agenda along with the UN SDG’s, Supply Chain, Corporate Responsibility and Corporate Communications.

According to recordings, Portsmouth, Liverpool, Leicester, Stoke-on-Trent, Bradford, Bolsover, Broxbourne and Newcastle were among the areas with rather disappointing and above the expected, levels of air pollution. The disclosure came following the initiative of environmental lawyers to take over and win legal cases against the government that failed to solve this crucial issue.

In addition, ten more areas in the UK have been ordered to use 400 buses with emission reducing technology, apply new traffic management measures, and establish campaigns for environment behavioral change.

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The next CSE Certified Sustainability (CSR) Practitioner Program (Advanced Edition 2018) will be in London, UK December 06-07, 2018. For more information, visit www.cse-net.org or email [email protected].

The topic of sustainability has become progressively important in the UAE in the last five years, from Dubai announcing its objective of being one of the most sustainable cities in the world, to sustainability being one of the essential themes of the EXPO 2020 plans.

Having made headlines as one of the least sustainable countries in the world with one of the largest carbon footprints and its inhabitants using almost double the energy as many European nations, Dubai is now looking toward to a more sustainable future.

Because of its rapid development and change in Dubai, sustainability (CSR) is more important than ever. Sustainability (CSR) is important to everyone as it can provide both major opportunities and reduce risk in the short and long term. Key sustainability issues include energy efficiency, compliance with regulatory and corporate social responsibility policies relating to the environment, efficient waste management and disposal , the sourcing and use of water, the food supply chain and air, water and ground emissions.

These challenges demand attention. Our next CSE Certified CSR Practitioner Program (Advanced Edition 2018) will be in Dubai, this November 11 – 12, 2018. Planning and thinking ahead in order to maintain a climate and sustainability strategy is on CSE’s agenda along with Case Studies, Supply Chain, Corporate Responsibility and Corporate Communications.

Although the culture of CSR seems to be rapidly growing in the UAE region, industry moguls and multi-national organizations need to catch up with the rest of the world and include CSR and the UN SDG’s in their operations.

During the CSR Forum that took place last week, an in-depth discussion took place of the industry best practices and the impact of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) on innovation and investment.

The 17 UN SDG’s are a global call to action to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity. They also include climate action, economic inequality and innovation, among others.

After it’s sold out events in London, Toronto, NYC and Houston CSE will present in Dubai the Global Advanced Certified CSR Practitioner Program this November 11 – 12, 2018. The UN SDG’s, planning and thinking ahead in order to maintain a climate and sustainability plan is on CSE’s agenda along with Case Studies, Supply Chain, Corporate Responsibility and Corporate Communications.

Habiba Al Marashi, President and CEO of Arabia CSR network, said: “We are witnessing a sea change in the culture, mindset and readiness to adopt CSR, and not as a way of looking good.”

The UN SDG’s demand attention, and the adoption of CSR practices in every corporation. Our next CSE Certified CSR Practitioner Program (Advanced Edition 2018) will be in Dubai, this November 11 – 12, 2018. For more information, visit www.cse-net.org or email [email protected].

The British oil giant vowed to set carbon targets for its operations since much of the company’s strategy update focused on clean energy. The carbon targets, including one for methane, a powerful greenhouse gas, will be announced by BP in the next two months.

Discussing further on the shift to green energy, Lamar McKay, the deputy chief executive, said: “Our industry is changing faster than any of us can remember, certainly in my career.”

BP bought a $200m stake in Europe’s biggest solar developer, returning to solar and is reportedly looking into other bigger solar investments.

In the heat of this change environment, CSE will be back to London to present the Advanced Certified Sustainability Practitioner Program this December 06-07, 2018. Planning and thinking ahead in order to maintain a climate and sustainability plan is on CSE’s agenda along with Sustainability, Supply Chain, Corporate Responsibility and Corporate Communications.

BP is not the only oil and energy company diversifying its business.

One of the most eye-catching energy innovations of the last year – the deployment of the world’s first floating windfarm – was undertaken not by a renewables developer but by an oil company, Statoil. Meanwhile, France’s Total took a 23% stake in the renewable energy firm Eren. Shell is seen by many industry watchers as the leader in this transition.

Investor pressure, consumer attitudes and governments’ climate change policies are all heading towards this transformation. But increasingly it is the economics of renewables and electric cars that are in the center of this transition.

2018 Houston training start of partnerships and friendships!

The Centre for Sustainability and Excellence (CSE) is constantly growing its network of certified sustainability practitioners. Why do we make such an effort? UN Sustainable Development Goal #17 encourages us to “strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the global partnership for sustainable development.” We’re thrilled the UN has codified what we’ve done for over 15 years!

In Houston, we celebrated 10 years of sustainability (ESG) training. We had participants from North and South America. Sectors included Food & Beverage, Energy, Utilities, Infrastructure, Facilities Management, Government and Environmental Consulting. When the city of Plano, Texas, NASA, Sandia and the US Forest Service share ideas, successes, challenges and meals with ExxonMobil, Shell, Aegion, and Vulcan Materials, the conversations are forward reaching.

The training hosted three sustainability consulting professionals and three returning practitioners. This speaks to the relevancy of the CSE research and the degree to which we stay ahead of trends. You don’t come to our training to catch-up. You come to be a leader!

Of the many insightful conversations, the most valuable ranged around the sharing of ideas. One conversation connected an energy company with biomimicry inspired solar cell coatings. Another shared favorite authors and pioneers in the field of sustainability. We mentioned Donella Meadows for systems thinking and Allan Savory for herd management. And, of course, our own award-winning president and sustainability pioneer, Nikos Avlonas.

What partnerships will emerge? Which networks will grow? Too soon to tell. But, when Jack Link’s beef jerky talks to Treaty Oak whiskey distillery, who knows what sustainable foodie innovations will emerge?

CSE is a leading boutique firm specializing in maximizing social, economic and environmental impact. We help professionals advance their careers through our certified on-site, online and group training services globally. We support Fortune 500 companies and other organizations grow and excel through our specialized consulting services. Our next North America Certified Sustainability (CSR) Practitioner Programs, updated for 2019, will be held in Atlanta, USA, Feb. 21-22, 2018, and Toronto, Canada, April 11-12, 2018.

Europe specific findings to be presented next in London

Are European Corporations role models for Sustainability (CSR) reporting? Given the high concentrations of energy, financial and pharmaceutical organizations, many believe Europe veers toward Sustainability (CSR) and the EU Directive on Non-financial and Diversity Information (Directive 2014/95/EU).

Our October 9, 2018, at 10:00 AM BST, live webinar presents a comparative analysis of Sustainability (CSR) and corporate social responsibility reporting by European-based companies and organizations from CSE’s Research on Sustainability (CSR) Reporting Trends in Europe.

While many companies researched are leaders in their field, they are not necessarily leaders in Sustainability (CSR). As the new European Directive is becoming embedded more and more in national legislation, CSE’s latest research program focuses on reporting practices of more than 460 corporations from 8 leading business sectors (financial services, construction, food and beverage, logistics, chemicals, healthcare, telecommunications, energy).

Important insights include:

Common Sustainability Strategic Objectives per sector in selected European Countries
Common Social Impact Goals and the practices followed by EU companies on how to measure their social impact
The impact of the EU Directive on non-financial reporting

Other key trends include:

Sectors with the highest reporting presence
The rapid growth of UN SDG’s adaptation and the range of incorporation
The challenges of external assurance and how companies can increase transparency and credibility
The new GRI Standards and how they can be used to comply with the legislation for non-financial reporting

The expert webinar will be led by Nikos Avlonas, president and founder of CSE.

Join us on Tuesday, October 9, 2018 at 10am BST. REGISTER HERE

After the webinar you will get a copy of the full research!

CSE’s research furthers its commitment to high caliber training in sustainability for corporate executives and Sustainability (CSR) managers worldwide. Its Sustainability Academy (a global initiative to train 100,000 sustainability professionals by 2020!) provides rigorous education to sustainability professionals, entrepreneurs and graduates needing the latest resources to advance in this ever evolving field.

Findings of the new CSE research will be presented for the first time and discussed in further detail in London during CSE’s Global Certified CSR Practitioner Program in December 6-7, 2018.

Corporate Sustainability (CSR) is a growing industry that is taking the world by storm. Although often confused with the idea of environmental science, this definition does not represent the diversity of the field today. The main reason why Sustainability (CSR) is more and more positioned as a central element of corporate strategy is because it can bring value to Marketing, Supplier and HR functions of an organization in a measurable way.

And like with any rapidly rising business field, it requires well trained and updated professionals with the necessary skills to perform a variety of different functions, ranging from engineering to industrial management and including the design and execution of activities related to environmental, economic and social aspects. Research from various sources has shown that since the introduction of the term of sustainable development in the late 1980s, there has been a constant growth to the number of companies with full-time sustainability managers. Especially since 2000 the number of such companies has increased by 400%. This is evident also in the fact that more than 60% of sustainability professionals have been in the field for less than 10 years.

Many Sustainability (CSR) job opportunities are also focused on helping organizations and companies run more efficiently, thereby increasing profits, pleasing their customer base, and creating a sense of comfort and security among the community.

So, are CSR professionals something like a modern superhero? Are Sustainability jobs too difficult to acquire?

Research has shown that there are the 5 steps that will help you ensure you a job in Sustainability (CSR):

Get a globally recognized certification in the field of CSR
Acquire cutting edge knowledge (CSR Reporting, legislation, CSR trends, carbon reduction strategy)
Address key sustainability (CSR) challenges (GRI standards, UN SDG’s) and learn how to improve an organizations financial performance
Access a Global Business Network of sustainability (CSR) leaders
Get the skills to meet Stakeholder expectations in today’s world of increasing demand for transparency

The Centre for Sustainability and Excellence (CSE), after London, Toronto, NYC and Houston, will be back in Dubai to deliver its annual CSR Practitioner Program.

The two-day program builds on from module to module and whether you are starting your CSR career or are excelling in it, you will benefit from attending.

This is the most successful program in the field of CSR since we have certified over 1700 CSR Managers and 90% of the Fortune 500 firms from 50 countries so far. CSE has been approved by CMI (Chartered Management Institute of the United Kingdom), in offering certified trainings for CSR Managers, Communication Directors, HSE Managers and other executives. CSE is also Green America certified business.

Visit the following web page Dubai Certified CSR Practitioner Program, Advanced Edition 2018 and get the opportunity to land your dream job in sustainability.

Surprising Findings revealed by CSE’s research on Sustainability (CR) and Non Financial Reporting in Europe

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