Alan GuttermanSustainability for Startups Begins with Joining the UN Global CompactThe United Nations Global Compact, often referred to simply as the “Global Compact”, is a voluntary initiative launched in 1999 that is…5d ago5d ago
Alan GuttermanEU Sustainability Reporting: A PrimerEarlier this year, the European Union (“EU”) established a new global standard for sustainability reporting. Although EU regulation is…Jun 26Jun 26
Alan GuttermanEmerging Fund Managers Need to be Prepared for LP ESG Due DiligenceA paper published by Principles for Responsible Investment (“PRI”) in 2022 explored the development of the incorporation of environmental…Jun 24Jun 24
Alan GuttermanSASB and IFRS Standards are Integral Elements of Harmonized Sustainability Reporting LandscapeAlongside the Global Reporting Initiative (“GRI”), companies engaged in sustainability reporting need to take notice of the Sustainability…Jun 19Jun 19
Alan GuttermanPrinciples for Responsible Investment: A Path to Responsible Venture Capital Investment PracticeA paper published by Principles for Responsible Investment (“PRI”) in 2022 explored the development of the incorporation of environmental…Jun 17Jun 17
Alan GuttermanGRI Standards: A Fundamental Tool for Sustainable EntrepreneurshipWhen I begin working with sustainable entrepreneurs, one of the first things that I do is recommend that they become familiar with the…Jun 5Jun 5
Alan GuttermanFrameworks and Standards for Sustainability Reporting: The Alphabet SoupInternational organizations, such as the UN, regional organizations (e.g., the EU), stock exchanges, and independent organizations (e.g…May 291May 291
Alan GuttermanClimate Action Should Be Part of Every Sustainable Entrepreneur’s Business ModelIn 2022, the UN recognized the human right to a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment. While States are generally held to be…May 28May 28
Alan GuttermanSelecting Your Sustainability Priorities: Some Resources for Sustainable EntrepreneursReviewing and understanding each of the sustainability standards and instruments is an important foundation for every sustainable…May 271May 271
Alan GuttermanAgeism in Healthcare: A Challenges for the AgesAn aging society is an important and irreversible feature of our future in America, due in large part to monumental progress in medical…May 22May 22