Supreme Court overturns Chevron deference: Potential impacts on the oil and gas industry
The U.S. Supreme Cout’s recent decision to overturn the 40-year-old Chevron deference doctrine marks a significant shift in administrative law that could have far-reaching implications for highly regulated industries, including the oil and gas sector. In Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo, June 2024, the Supreme Court ruled that courts should no longer automatically defer to […]
Increasing Frontline Employee Engagement through EHS Technology
Organizations are increasingly recognizing the critical role of employee engagement in driving the success of environmental, health, and safety (EHS) initiatives in the workplace. In fact, 63% of EHS decision-makers report that building frontline employee engagement is a top priority. Given the clear benefits—such as improved safety outcomes, enhanced compliance, and reduced absenteeism—this focus on […]
The Value of XBRL Tagging in CSRD Reporting
As companies prepare to comply with the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), one of the key aspects in preparing and submitting the report is to tag it in an XBRL format. XBRL (x Extensible Business Reporting Language) is an international standard used for digital business reporting. This shared language allows investors and stakeholders to […]
CSDDD: Impact on Corporate Responsibility and Compliance
The European Council recently endorsed the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD or CS3D), marking a pivotal moment in corporate responsibility and compliance regulations. With significant alterations from its initial proposal, this directive carries profound implications for businesses across the European Union. Our team of ESG and Sustainability experts offers key information into understanding the […]
Three key questions to ask when choosing an ESG reporting framework
The non-financial reporting landscape can be confusing for organizations that need to navigate definitions, timescales and requirements for different reporting channels. Most global organizations report in some way on their non-financial performance, strategy and vision. Whether it’s through mandated legislation, voluntary schemes, social media or direct communication with stakeholders. As pressure mounts to disclose more […]
From Rx to eRx: The Advantages of ePrescribing in Occupational Health
Medication-related errors. Lost prescriptions. Privacy breaches. Clinical inefficiency. These are just a handful of reasons why manual, paper-based prescription practices are less-than-ideal in occupational health (OH) clinics. Therefore, when considering that these issues jeopardize employee safety, prolong patient recovery, introduce legal liability risk and increase costs, transitioning to an electronic prescription system becomes a no-brainer. […]
Supplier Due Diligence – The DOs and The DON’Ts
Over the past years, more buying organizations have begun to see the value in understanding supplier behavior and practices. However, for every buyer adopting an online solution, hundreds of suppliers still face offline questionnaires. Some are even questioned by consultants on the buyer’s behalf. Unsurprisingly, this causes supplier fatigue and low compliance rates. Based on […]
Annual and Biennial Hazardous Waste Reporting – What EHS Professionals Need to Know for 2024
As Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) professionals, one of our primary responsibilities is to remain informed about ever-changing regulatory requirements. Moreover, the ramifications of failing to comply with these requirements cannot be overstated. One of the many requirements is to submit hazardous waste reports for each of the numerous facilities an EHS team is overseeing. […]
Understanding the Singapore-Asia Taxonomy: Key Insights for Businesses
Last year, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) introduced the Singapore-Asia Taxonomy, a new framework for sustainable finance. This taxonomy outlines specific criteria for identifying green and transition activities within eight key sectors, marking a significant step forward in regional sustainability efforts. This article explores the core aspects of this taxonomy and provides practical insights […]
Voices of Cority – Navigating Air Emissions Data and Its Impact on Compliance Targets, with Marciano Sanchez
Managing, reporting, and striving to improve air emissions data is more crucial than ever for organizations striving to meet compliance targets and sustainability goals. In this edition of Voices of Cority, William Palmer sits down with Marciano (Rocky) Sanchez, a seasoned expert in environmental data management, to explore the complexities of air emissions reporting and […]