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Provides curated insights on critical areas of climate and nature governance, helping board directors navigate challenges, opportunities, and best practices.

Directors' Duties

Understanding legal and fiduciary responsibilities related to climate and nature governance.
  • While board directors are facing a challenging environment and must navigate a complex set of priorities, 86% see climate change as a business opportunity and 93% believe the board is able to influence their organisation’s direction on climate. Read this report which explores the findings from th...

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    Board members are required to understand climate science and impacts, continuously learn and adapt, for effective decision-making. Regular evaluation, education, professional consultation, scenario analysis, stakeholder engagement and review of board reports are the essential steps for achieving it.

    From Chapter Zero Slovenia
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    In 2024, Australian directors are intensifying their focus on climate change, yet organisations face growing challenges in executing their strategies. The Climate Governance Study 2024 acts as a ‘temperature check,’ assessing how perspectives and actions on climate governance are evolving among t...

    from Climate Governance Initiative Australia
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    This blog piece explores the first of the World Economic Forum's effective climate governance principles, climate accountability on boards, and underscores the imperative for board members to integrate social and environmental concerns beyond legal mandates.

    From Chapter Zero Slovenia
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    Code Zero

    Chapter Zero Brussels have developed Code Zero - a 10(+1) point code for board directors to guide their companies towards a sustainable and low-carbon future.

    from Chapter Zero Brussels
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