In a recent webinar, experts from CapGemini and Sustaira came together to discuss the critical drivers and challenges of sustainability and carbon accounting in the financial sector. The session provided valuable insights into how financial institutions can navigate these complexities and accelerate their sustainability journey.

n 2025, CFOs are investing in technology despite declining economic optimism as displayed through a survey conducted by Grant Thornton. Key areas of focus include digital transformation, customer satisfaction, and data quality.

Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) are key players in Europe’s sustainability transition but face challenges in accessing green finance. A proposed SME Sustainable Finance Standard aims to streamline financing processes, making it easier for SMEs to secure funding for sustainability efforts.

Here at Sustaira, we get to know all of our employees very well and we want you to know them too! For every new team member, we ask them the following questions to learn about who they are and why sustainability matters to them. Today, we introduce our Sustainability Intern Group; Ava Nelson, Haley Guerra, and Ava Morisi. Read their interview below and enjoy!

The building sector is a major contributor to global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, accounting for approximately one third of global GHG emissions. However, this statistic doesn’t encompass all emissions relating to construction, leaving out those included in the manufacturing and transportation of building materials known as embodied emission. In this article we give you all the information you need to approach construction carbon accounting related to embodied emissions.

The financial sector has invested $4.6 trillion into the fossil fuel industry since the Paris Agreement. However, this figure does not account for the full scope of emissions related to financial activities, particularly those from financed emissions, known as Scope 3 emissions. When these are included, the financial industry's impact on global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions is significantly higher, highlighting the critical need for comprehensive carbon accounting and reduction strategies.

Decarbonization is not just a necessity for the planet but a strategic opportunity for businesses. This article explores how companies can align their decarbonization efforts with growth, profitability, and stakeholder trust.

The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has released the consultation draft of its Net-Zero Standard V2, aimed at helping businesses set clear, science-backed targets to reach net-zero emissions. This draft outlines the necessary steps and criteria for companies to follow in reducing their carbon footprint and achieving net-zero by 2050.

The "Sustainability Value Triangle" report shows how businesses can unlock value by integrating sustainability with finance and IT. The key to success lies in collaboration, data, and new technologies like AI.

Here at Sustaira, we get to know all of our employees very well and we want you to know them too! For every new team member, we ask them the following questions to learn about who they are and why sustainability matters to them. Today, we introduce Daria Kuvshinova. Read Daria’s interview and enjoy!

Investing in climate action is not just an environmental necessity but also an economic imperative. This article explores why allocating resources to mitigate and adapt to climate change can yield significant economic benefits and prevent substantial losses.

A recent collision between a U.S.-flagged oil tanker and a Portuguese-flagged cargo ship in the North Sea has raised significant environmental concerns. The incident resulted in a massive fire and fuel spill, highlighting the immediate need to improve current safety measures.

The Sustainability Standards Board of Japan (SSBJ) has issued its first set of sustainability disclosure standards aimed at aligning Japanese practices with international benchmarks. These standards, rooted in the International Sustainability Standards Board’s (ISSB) framework, aim to ensure comparability and enhance transparency in corporate sustainability disclosures.

Despite headlines suggesting the demise of ESG, the reality is a strategic reset rather than a retreat. Senior sustainability leaders emphasize the ongoing transformation and the critical challenges and opportunities ahead.

Despite the new U.S. administration's anti-ESG stance, CFOs remain committed to sustainability. A recent survey from BDO reveals that many companies plan to maintain or even increase their sustainability investments.

The European automotive industry's path forward was a focal point of the Strategic Dialogue's second meeting on March 3rd, where innovation, clean mobility, and competitiveness took center stage. Key actions have been outlined to tackle pressing challenges and to ensure the industry stays ahead in the global arena.

A recent report by Deloitte and the Institute of International Finance (IIF) reveals that 45% of financial firms now have a Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO), a significant increase from 15% in 2020. This shift underscores the growing importance of sustainability in the financial sector, though challenges in risk assessment and data quality remain.

Sustainability services and solutions provider, Sustaira announces 2024 as a record year since its inception in 2022, establishing triple digital growth year-over-year being fully bootstrapped and profitable with bold 2025 growth plans.

A recent survey by BDO reveals that 77% of CFOs plan to maintain or increase their sustainability investments in 2025. This strategic focus on sustainability is expected to drive significant business growth, profitability, and resilience.

The European Commission's Omnibus Proposal aims to simplify sustainability regulations, potentially saving billions and boosting investment. This initiative could significantly impact businesses and the EU's sustainability goals.