ESG in a Downturn: What UBS’s ESG Restructuring Really Tells Us
Recent reports that UBS has significantly reduced the size of its Sustainability Office in Asia have reignited a familiar debate: Is ESG losing relevance?
Greenwashing: A Common Pitfall Companies Should Avoid
In the era gradually advocating sustainability, greenwashing is a common pitfall that companies should avoid in their sustainability dislcosure.
Raising the Bar: Why ESG Advisory Must Compete on Quality, Not Just Price – GreenCo Can Lead the Way
At GreenCo, we have observed a growing gap in the market. While low-cost providers are increasingly common, there remains a clear shortage of firms that compete on the basis of quality, technical credibility, and a genuine commitment to long-term value creation.
When Climate Disclosure Enters the Enforcement Era
A recent regulatory action in Europe has once again highlighted how climate-related risk management is moving from policy expectation to regulatory enforcement. While the penalty itself may appear to be a technical regulatory issue, the implications are far broader. The case signals a significant shift in how regulators view climate-related risks: no longer merely a disclosure topic, but an area of enforceable financial supervision.
Is AI Itself an ESG Issue?
While the core objective of ESG is to support long-term, sustainable value creation, the current enthusiasm for AI deserves closer and more critical examination.