Facility managers and asset owners in commercial real estate are under increasing pressure to reduce waste and embrace sustainable practices. With the UK’s push towards net zero, the circular economy strategy stands as a key pillar. Yet, recent announcements reveal a delay: England’s Circular Economy Strategy, now rebranded as the Circular Economy Growth Plan, will…
The UK government’s much-anticipated Circular Economy Growth Plan (formerly the Circular Economy Strategy) has been delayed until early 2026. This postponement creates uncertainty for businesses across five priority sectors: construction, textiles, agri-food, transport, and chemicals. With Defra confirming the delay during November’s EFRA Committee hearing, commercial operators must now assess how this impacts their sustainability…
The UK government’s much-anticipated Circular Economy Strategy, originally slated for October, has been postponed until 2026. This delay, confirmed by Environment Secretary Emma Reynolds, presents both challenges and opportunities for commercial real estate (CRE) owners and managers. While the government reiterates its commitment to a circular economy, businesses cannot afford to wait for policy. Proactive…
In today’s fast-evolving regulatory landscape, enterprises face mounting pressure to deliver accurate, timely financial and sustainability disclosures across multiple jurisdictions. With regulations like CSRD, ISSB, and California’s SB-253 compounding in complexity, traditional reporting systems are lagging dangerously behind. This is where Agentic AI steps in — not as another tool, but as an intelligent workflow revolution that’s redefining compliance…
The landscape of corporate sustainability is constantly evolving, presenting both challenges and opportunities for businesses committed to responsible practices. Recently, the European Parliament delivered a significant message regarding the future of environmental, social, and governance (Codedevza AI) regulations, particularly concerning sustainability reporting and due diligence. This decision ripples across industries, demanding that organisations remain agile and proactive…
Regulators in Brussels have again sharpened the tempo of ESG disclosures as the EU Parliament rejected the Omnibus I Regulation, a bid to curb sustainability reporting and due diligence obligations for companies across the bloc. This decision keeps stricter transparency in place and signals that policymakers are resistant to sweeping rollbacks. For technology and business…
The European Parliament’s recent rejection of proposed cuts to sustainability reporting and due diligence laws marks a pivotal moment for corporate compliance in the EU. This decision underscores a commitment to stricter transparency and accountability, leaving businesses to navigate an evolving regulatory landscape. Here’s what you need to know. Why the EU Parliament Rejected the Proposal…
In the ever-evolving landscape of European regulations, a recent decision by the EU Parliament has sent ripples through the business community. On 22 October 2025, lawmakers rejected a compromise on the Omnibus I Regulation that would have significantly watered down sustainability reporting and due diligence requirements. This move underscores a firm commitment to robust environmental,…
The landscape of corporate sustainability reporting is constantly evolving, presenting both challenges and opportunities for businesses committed to reducing their environmental footprint. A significant development in this space is the Greenhouse Gas Protocol’s (GHG Protocol) draft revision to its Scope 2 Guidance, which dictates how organisations report emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat, and cooling….
The Greenhouse Gas Protocol has released a draft revision of its Scope 2 Guidance, opening a consultation period through December 19, 2025. This update recognises that nearly 40 per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions originate from energy generation, with roughly half of that consumed by industrial and commercial organisations. The proposed changes include the…
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