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The world of work is evolving quickly; finance departments are increasingly facing competing priorities; and the roles of finance leaders are expanding rapidly.

he Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) will replace the NFRD and requires entities in scope to include non-financial reporting disclosures across Environmental, Social and Governance topics within their annual management report covering both financial impacts and impacts on people and the environment.

We speak to Lisa Cashin, Communications and Engagement Manager at Diageo, to learn about the progress the company has made on their 10-year ESG action plan, the sustainability trends they are seeing in their industry and what excites them about the future.

DORA will have a significant effect on enhancing the operational resilience of digital systems. By soliciting public input through this consultation process, the European Supervisory Authorities aim to ensure that the resulting technical standards align with industry best practices promote digital resilience and facilitate a robust and secure digital environment across the EU.

Over the last few years of market shocks and geopolitical tensions, mid-market businesses have grown accustomed to bracing and planning for the unexpected.

The European Financial Reporting Advisory Group (“EFRAG”) submitted to the European Commission its technical advice on the first set (“set 1”) of draft European Sustainability Reporting Standards (“ESRSs”) on the 22 November 2022. This included 2 “cross cutting” ESRSs (General Requirements and General Disclosures) and 10 “topical” standards across Environmental, Social and Governance topics.

In August 2022, the Irish Government approved the Climate Action Framework (“the Framework”) for the commercial semi-State sector. Developed by the New Economy and Recovery Authority (NewERA) in collaboration with the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform and the Department of Environment, Climate and Communications, the Framework applies to all commercial semi-State (CSS) companies.

Working with clients to collaboratively set the future direction for their business and solve their most challenging problems.

Climate change is considered the biggest global challenge of our generation. Some of the biggest hazards for human health are directly associated with climate change.

Why the ECB and EIOPA Are Exploring Actions to Reduce the Climate Insurance Protection Gap

At Grant Thornton, we understand that the key to a successful offering to the aviation sector is the ability to provide cross-functional specialist services through an integrated team. Our aviation team consists of experienced aviation professionals, from industry as well as practice, who can provide you with specialised and tailor-made services.

Grant Thornton has constructed a Physical Risk Quantification Framework in its effort to support financial institutions in identifying and measuring their Climate & Environmental (C&E) Risks. In this publication, we present our methodology, implementation, and key benefits of the framework.