EU Sustainable Finance Rules Obstruct Business Practices
The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) has urged the European Commission (EC) to simplify its sustainable financial reporting rules, asserting that their current complexity is impeding businesses’ sustainability efforts. The ACCA proposes “transition-focused approach” that allows for greater flexibility and phased-in implementation (ESG News).
Amazon AWS Achieves 53% Progress Toward 2030 Water Positive Goal
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has announced it is more than halfway toward its 2030 water positive goal, returning more water to communities than it consumes in its operations. As of 2024, AWS has achieved 53% progress toward this target, an increase from 41% at the end of 2023(ESG News).