Sustainability
Decarbonization, circular economy, and supply chain due diligence
SBTi: Corporate Net-Zero Standard V2.0 Released
SBTi's Corporate Net-Zero Standard V2.0, released June 11, 2026, replaces one-size-fits-all targets with options, a hierarchy and phased responsibility.
WFE: Transition Equity Classification Principles Draft
The WFE released draft Transition Equity Principles on May 26, 2026, defining how exchanges classify companies on a credible transition pathway.
CBAM Guide: Scope and Certificates
CBAM in full application since January 2026: authorised declarants, ETS-linked certificates, the 50t exemption and the first declaration due September 2027.
Germany: €5B CCfD Scheme for Industrial Decarbonization
The European Commission approved EUR 5B for Germany's Klimaschutzvertraege in spring 2026, targeting steel, chemicals and cement decarbonisation.
GX-ETS: Emission Calculation and Reporting Guide 2026
Japan's GX-ETS becomes mandatory in April 2026 above 100,000 tonnes CO2. The first-year workflow, from inventory to third-party verification and SSBJ fit.
Green Hydrogen Cost Trends 2026: Production Cost per kg
Green hydrogen production cost per kg in 2026 still runs 3–4x grey hydrogen. How falling renewables and electrolyzer scale-up are closing the gap.
Internal Carbon Pricing: Embedding Carbon Costs in Business
Internal Carbon Pricing embeds carbon costs into investment, supplier evaluation, and product design decisions before external rules arrive.