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Conflict minerals: Dodd–Frank Section 1502 and the SEC’s final rule

Because of concerns about human rights abuses in “conflict minerals” mining, Section 1502 of the Dodd–Frank Act requires disclosures about the use of these minerals emanating from select countries.

The SEC has issued a final rule to implement these new requirements. Find out what you need to know about the disclosure and reporting requirements and how we can help.

Managing risk in the age of sustainability & social media

Social media is transforming environmental campaigns targeting unsustainable corporate behavior. Ernst & Young’s Adam Carrel discusses how to manage sustainability risk in social media.

Water resources at the corporate level

Businesses need to actively manage risks associated with water shortages or quality problems. Learn about our five recommended steps to manage these risks.

France’s sustainability law to impact US companies

France took another step towards mandating integrated sustainability and financial reporting for all large companies with Article 225 of a new law called Grenelle II.

The three S’s of environmental marketing

Learn what the revisions to the FTC Green Guides mean for “green” marketing.

Rio+20 Summit leaves lasting legacy

The UN Rio+20 Summit was noted for the contribution made by the private sector on global climate change and sustainability discussions. Our paper 'What did Rio+20 deliver for business?' delves into this.

Integrated reporting: driving value

Investor reporting expectations have evolved. Leading companies use integrated reporting to provide more complete performance metrics and measurements to improve communication, processes and efficiencies.

The benefits of EHS and sustainability programs

Leading organizations have learned that proactive EHS management and sustainability programs can help drive compliance and reduce risk - and also make money and save money.

Engaging on environmental and social topics

Successful company-shareholder engagement is resulting in withdrawal of shareholder proposals, with those focused on environmental and social topics among the most likely to be withdrawn.

Stock exchanges and sustainability reporting

The NASDAQ Stock Market and stock exchanges in Istanbul and Cairo recently urged their listed companies to begin reporting on environmental and social issues.

Federal, state and local cleantech programs under scrutiny

Governments continue to examine cleantech projects they support to ensure success at reasonable costs. How can companies prepare for additional scrutiny? See our insights.

Webcast recap: bottom-line benefits

We outline the benefits of sustainable business practices and six trends in corporate sustainability.

Why don't you 'like' me?

Social media is transforming environmental campaigns targeting unsustainable corporate behavior. Learn about managing risk in the age of sustainability and social media.

Leading corporate sustainability issues in the 2012 proxy season

Investors continue to challenge companies to improve oversight and enhance disclosure on hot-button environmental and social issues through the submission of shareholder resolutions and engagement initiatives.

How sustainability has expanded the role of the CFO

A conversation with Marco Marrone, Canadian Tire Corp.'s CFO and Executive VP of Finance, on strategy, roles and how his involvement has affected sustainability performance.

Six growing trends in corporate sustainability

Sustainability efforts are well integrated at many companies. We explore key trends and next steps organizations can take to move them forward even further.

Working together: Linking sustainability and tax

Identifying relevant incentives, credits, grants and subsidies can help an organization fund its environmental sustainability initiatives and enhance its bottom line. The key to success is having tax directors work hand-in-hand with those responsible for sustainability initiatives to understand the potential impacts at all levels of the organization.