World Environment Day: The Power of Plants
World Environment Day, celebrated annually since 1973 and led by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), is the largest global […]
World Environment Day, celebrated annually since 1973 and led by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), is the largest global […]
April 3, 2024, was a special evening for YellowYellow ESG Advisory Services as we celebrated our third anniversary with an
COP28 in Dubai marked a historic shift in the global climate conversation, notably addressing the role of fossil fuels in climate change for the first time. We explore the key outcomes of COP28 and their implications for Canadian businesses, with a focus on the evolving landscape of ESG reporting and climate legislation.
In the wake of COP28 in Dubai, a clarion call for action on climate risks and capital impact has resonated across the globe. The conference underscored the urgent need for consistent, comparable climate-related disclosures at an international level. This backdrop sets the stage for the transformative rollout of the IFRS S1 and S2 standards, a response aligning with the global momentum for enhanced ESG reporting.
Our Quarterly YellowYellow (YY) Trailblazer series aims to shine the spotlight on industry professionals who are making a difference by prioritizing – and championing – sustainability.
The M’Chigeeng First Nation is an Ojibwe First Nation group located on Manitoulin Island between Lake Huron and Georgian Bay
“If flexible finance is what it takes to scale innovation, then where is the “F” in the broader ESG movement?
The linear economy’s ‘take-make-dispose’ approach has led to escalating CO2 emissions, intricate global supply chains, and mismanaged waste. However, the winds of change are blowing. Governments are increasingly aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production, to promote a circular economy. Europe has been a frontrunner in the circular economy, placing stringent regulations like the Packaging Waste, and Batteries Directives that make producers responsible for financing collection, recycling, and end-of-life disposal of products. However, North America, particularly Canada, is still catching up.
At YellowYellow, we work together as a team to deliver top-notch consulting services. To strengthen our connections and celebrate our achievements, six team members got together on a hot summer day. While some wanted to paddle, others wanted to converse on the patio. One thing we all did was soak up plenty of Vitamin D.
While many companies are looking to adjust their processes and reduce their environmental footprint through green innovation, there are many sectors in which these adjustments will not have a large enough impact to play their part in combating climate change.