Published in Purpose Decoded·Feb 7Purpose Decoded Forecast: 2023 Climate Action RoadmapAs daily headlines underscore, the climate crisis is a key complicating factor on the geopolitical, societal and business agenda. The outcomes from the U.N. Climate Conference (COP27) in November and dialogue at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting last month reinforced the urgent call to accelerate action. …Purpose Driven Business2 min readPurpose Driven Business2 min read
Published in Purpose Decoded·Jan 31Purpose Decoded Forecast: 2023 Sustainability AgendaThe business case for sustainability is well-proven, yet progress lags in the face of the growing climate crisis. Conversation at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting earlier this month underscored the interdisciplinary and interconnected nature of the sustainability agenda and reinforced how vital the private sector is as a…Esg2 min readEsg2 min read
Published in Purpose Decoded·Jan 24Purpose Decoded Forecast: 2023 ESG Disclosure LandscapeThe expectations and mandates surrounding the disclosure of environment, social and governance (ESG) factors and impacts are a moving target. We break down the current context in the next installment of the Purpose Decoded Forecast video series, “2023 ESG Disclosure Landscape”. The lack of shared language around ESG and…Brand Purpose2 min readBrand Purpose2 min read
Published in Purpose Decoded·Jan 17Purpose Decoded Forecast: 2023 ESG OutlookWe’re pleased to share the Purpose Decoded Forecast video series with insights on the key environment, social and governance (ESG) and sustainability trends shaping the agenda this year. First up is the “2023 ESG Outlook”. As world leaders gather in Davos, Switzerland, this week for the 2023 World Economic…Esg2 min readEsg2 min read
Published in Purpose Decoded·Dec 13, 2022Sustainability Sensemaking: The Climate Justice ImperativeWe’re pleased to share the final installment in our Sustainability Sensemaking video series: “The Climate Justice Imperative”. The dialogue surrounding the annual U.N. Climate Conference (COP27) raised many issues related to ensuring a “just” net-zero transition and supporting vulnerable communities in preparing for and adapting to climate change. The…Climate Change2 min readClimate Change2 min read
Published in Purpose Decoded·Dec 6, 2022Sustainability Sensemaking: The Future of Climate FinanceWe’re pleased to share the third installment in our Sustainability Sensemaking video series: “The Future of Climate Finance”. The annual U.N. Climate Conference (COP27) concluded on November 18 after two weeks of dialogue on how to advance global climate goals — and critically, how to fund them. Please watch…Cop272 min readCop272 min read
Published in Purpose Decoded·Nov 1, 2022Sustainability Sensemaking: Corporate Climate DiplomacyWe’re pleased to share the second installment in our Sustainability Sensemaking video series: “Corporate Climate Diplomacy.” The annual U.N. Climate Conference in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt (COP27) is days away and represents a critical milestone for cross-sector collaboration to advance the net-zero transition and other key climate goals. …Cop272 min readCop272 min read
Published in Purpose Decoded·Oct 25, 2022Sustainability Sensemaking: The Road to COP27We’re pleased to share a new resource, “The Road to COP27,” part of a new Sustainability Sensemaking video series launching this week. As world leaders gather for the annual U.N. Climate Conference (COP27) in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, the U.N. …Communications Strategy2 min readCommunications Strategy2 min read
Published in Purpose Decoded·Aug 11, 2022Summary of the climate provisions in the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of 2022 passed the Senate on August 9, 2022. Next, the bill will be taken up by the House of Representatives, where it is expected to pass before going to President Biden for his signature as soon as August 12. …Socialimapct4 min readSocialimapct4 min read
Published in Purpose Decoded·Jun 8, 2022Global perspectives on food security: spotlight on Africa & Middle EastWeber Shandwick experts around the world are watching the evolving food security crisis. In a new resource, we provide local market trends and analysis across several regions. Part 3 of this series spotlights perspectives from colleagues in Africa and the Middle East. The number of people facing acute food insecurity…Global Hunger4 min readGlobal Hunger4 min read