The episode explains the difference between standards and frameworks, highlighting six widely adopted initiatives: CDP, SASB, TCFD, GRI, CDSB, and IIRC. It outlines difficulties such as confusion, inconsistency, implementation obstacles, and varying interpretations of materiality. It concludes by calling for greater clarity, collaboration, and coherence to improve ESG reporting and comparability.

Show Notes

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