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Offering insight for corporations and governments around the world on the most pressing current and future issues concerning environmental, social, and governance topics.

ENVIRONMENTAL

SPECIAL REPORT: ESG Under Strain

A new report shows that after a period of ascendancy, the momentum behind ESG initiatives among companies and governments has recently come under strain

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COMPLIANCE & RISK

Thomson Reuters Social Impact and ESG Report 2021

Thomson Reuters' new report highlights the company’s major ESG activities and offers insight into its progress on its goals in several key areas.

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Environmental

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Recently ascendant ESG momentum is now under strain from a perfect storm of events, report shows - Thomson Reuters Institute

A new report shows that after a period of ascendancy, the momentum behind ESG initiatives among companies and governments has recently come under strain.

Are allegations of greenwashing part of ESG fraud? It depends on whom you ask - Thomson Reuters Institute

Greenwashing, or allegations of fraud, misconduct, or misstatements related to environmental, social & governance matters, can be a huge risk for companies.

How ESG & climate-related obligations are critical in US supply chain relationships - Thomson Reuters Institute

Climate issues are becoming an important part of US supply chains as more companies are using contract clauses to hold their suppliers to strict standards.

Social

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How companies are elevating Hispanic and Latinx talent - Thomson Reuters Institute

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we discuss how some Hispanic executive leaders see some organizations' efforts to elevate Hispanic and Latinx talent.

Legal Talent Deep Dives: Strategies to retain the best lawyers in your firm - Thomson Reuters Institute

Law firms looking to engage retention strategies to keep their top performing lawyers shouldn't overlook the importance of firm culture, our research shows.

How justice tech is taking a human-centered approach to access to justice challenges - Thomson Reuters Institute

Justice tech — technology-enabled innovation that helps people navigate the US court system — seeks to make a difference for millions of American citizens.

Governance

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How corporate boards can improve governance & reduce their legal exposure on ESG issues - Thomson Reuters Institute

What actions can corporate boards take to mitigate the risk of legal issues around what the company reports and says about its ESG initiatives & practices?

Financial materiality: Understanding the financial performance of ESG strategies - Thomson Reuters Institute

As ESG factors gain in importance, the question of financial materiality is one that regulatory, legal & corporate professionals need to strongly consider.

Corporations add ESG to financial crime risk screens as bribery & corruption risk surface in carbon offset schemes - Thomson Reuters Institute

More companies are adding ESG along with the other risk factors they track as part of a robust financial crime and anti-bribery & corruption rating system.

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