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ISSB to ask for nature scenario disclosure

The International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) has agreed to include some disclosure requirements on nature scenario testing, but fell short of explicitly requiring testing to be carried out, arguing that it is not "the Holy Grail".

To S3 or not to S3? Investors mull an ISSB nature standard

A leading investor in natural capital has urged the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) to give nature its own, dedicated standard.

ISSB decision on nature welcomed by investors

Investors have told Environmental Finance that the International Sustainability Standards Board's decision to move forward with a standard-setting process on nature is a chance to standardise and provide much-needed data to financial institutions.

ISSB moves forward on nature standard-setting

The International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) is to move forward with a "standard-setting process" for disclosure on nature-related risks and opportunities.

ISSB nature update expected next month (ESG Data conference)

The International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) is expected to provide an update on its nature work in the next month, Environmental Finance has learned.

ISSB proposals could de-rail progress on financed emissions, warns PCAF

Proposals to change the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) stance on financed emissions could derail progress on reporting by financial institutions, the Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials (PCAF) has warned.

IFRS and TNFD formalise disclosure collaboration

Recognising sustainability as a risk biggest challenge for ISSB standards

Convincing businesses of the sustainability risks is one of the biggest challenges for implementing ISSB standards, attendees at the Environmental Finance Sustainability Data EMEA 2024 conference heard.

Lack of deforestation data 'not a good excuse' for non-disclosure, says WBCSD

A lack of data is "not a good excuse anymore" for not disclosing on deforestation, the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) has said, as it releases new guidance for financial institutions.

ISSB outlines further details on nature plans

The International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) has announced further details of its nature workstream, including plans to assess biodiversity within its current sustainability standards.