Jenny Hughes

How can your business get ahead of sustainability reporting? Businesses will need to publish their sustainability reports commencing from 1 January 2024 under the EU’s Corporate Sustainable Reporting Directive (CSRD). Gain critical tips from EY Ireland Sustainability Reporting & Assurance Services Partner, Emer Keaveny - https://go.ey.com/3wcGZU3 #CSRD #SustainabilityReporting #Sustainability #BetterWorkingWorld

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Great insights from our EY Ireland Sustainability Reporting and Assurance Services Partner Emer Keaveny on the journey to CSRD compliance - are you ready for reporting? Here’s 6 tips on how to prepare ⬇️ Derarca Dennis Alessio Predieri Ciara S. Timsie Ho Wingkit Lau Natália Carvalho Sarah Fuller, CPA Alan G. Daly Mark Collins Lauren Kelly Kate McCauley Philip Hyland MSc Benjamin Okpara Federico Gotti Aisling Lynch Rosheena Borlaza, CPA, SCR #CSRD #SustainabilityReporting

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A really clear article from my colleague Robert Costello on what the energy transition means for Ireland and the supports required to accelerate it - ultimately we need to work together in different ways to unlock the returns that will benefit all stakeholders. #energytransition #sustainablefinance #sustainabilityfunding

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Feeling a little overwhelmed about the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and how it impacts your businesses? Check out our FAQ for some key points we've been discussing with clients so far. Got more questions? Drop them in the comments below or contact our team at [email protected] #WENTWORTH #CSRD #Sustainability #CorporateResponsibility #ESG #FAQ

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One of the biggest decisions you’ll face as a property owner in Ireland is whether to sell or rent out your residential or commercial space. Both options have their own advantages and challenges, and the right choice depends on your specific circumstances and long-term goals. In this article, we’ll explore the key factors to consider when deciding between selling or renting your property. https://lnkd.in/eS8Nj4UM

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📽️ Partner & Sustainability Lead, Janice Daly, CFA, outlines what the biggest opportunities for Irish businesses are when it comes to ESG/sustainability compliance, based on the recent Grant Thornton International Business Report. Full report: https://lnkd.in/dHAA-qGF #Sustainability #ESG #Compliance #IrishBusinesses

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📢 REPORT LAUNCH: Sustainability Capabilities for Business Leaders The ‘Sustainability Capabilities for Business Leaders’ report, written by Dr Jean Cushen, prepared in partnership with School of Business Maynooth University, and Business in the Community Ireland(BITCI), is the first examination of the beliefs and capabilities of top Irish business leaders regarding sustainability. Commissioned by Skillnet Ireland's Climate Ready Academy, the report finds that business leaders have invested considerable time developing sustainability values and strategies for their organisation. However, the report highlights the need for a constructive and collaborative response from both government and industry bodies to bolster these efforts and advance Ireland's transition towards a more sustainable and equitable society. 🔗 Read the full publication here: https://lnkd.in/dVn8w3qX #BusinessLeadership #SustainableBusiness #EnvironmentalGovernance #CorporateResponsibility #SustainabilityTransition #SkillsDevelopment #IndustrySupport #ClimateAction #CorporateStrategy #ExecutiveLeadership

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Join our "Introduction to Sustainability in Business" course by UCC. Register now! https://loom.ly/ciMxxMU Gain essential skills to navigate the transition to a net-zero economy and embed sustainability in your business. #Sustainability #BusinessGrowth #EcoFriendly #Training

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Sharing my thoughts on a busy July 2024 which brought CSRD into Irish law, and CSDDD into force in EU. Compliance is the talk of the town. #sustainability #csrd #csddd #cs3d #compliance #law #esg #ireland

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Navigating Sustainability: A Roadmap for Guaranteed Irish Members. Download your Guaranteed Irish Sustainability Roadmap to take charge of your sustainability journey. Whether you're just starting out or looking to enhance your sustainability efforts, this roadmap, designed in collaboration with KPMG Ireland is designed to empower your business with actionable strategies, insights, and support tailored to your needs. Download here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eMTvR2qH #AllTogetherBetter #Sustainability #Roadmap

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Unfortunately a lot of the public struggle to understand the language being used here - like 'carbon budget' - the stark findings in EPA projection and our failure to meet our climate targets and decarbonise our economy needs to be connected to sources of emissions, and specific actions - and translated to our daily lives and experience. The language of CCAC 'we have the technology" does not engage with the reality that we have direct pushback from IBEC in last week on transport. Dublin Airport on aviation cap and their wish-list of endless growth, and continued mixed messages abut agriculture, building/construction industry, tech/data sector as a result often of direct lobbying and political short-term thinking. Technology alone is not a solution - this requires a mind-set change for everyone and everything - and the consequences of failure for the children being born this year needs to be spelt out. #climate #EPA #Ireland

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How can green investments not only improve your environmental impact but also boost your profitability? Join us for "Sustainability for Productivity: How to Boost your Business’ Growth with Green Investments" in collaboration with the Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland. 📆 Date: 2nd of May @10:30am Adopting sustainable practices can significantly reduce costs and enhance your bottom line. Learn actionable strategies that elevate your business’s environmental credentials and drive substantial economic growth. Step into the future of business—smart, sustainable, and successful. Register now: https://shorturl.at/awAB7 Suzanne Leamy Arianna Taroni Small Firms Association David Broderick  #Sustainability #SustainableBusiness #BusinessGrowth #Productivity #SmallBusiness

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Discover the benefits of an Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) Energy Audit with grant support to cut costs, lower energy use, and reduce your carbon footprint to help build a greener planet. ''Be a Force For Good!'' VisionGreen Consultancy are approved #SEAI auditors and can support you with an SEAI Energy Audit for your business. Contact us today for an SEAI Energy Audit 👉 https://lnkd.in/eCM2R3hC #seaiapprovedcontractors #visiongreenconsultancy #seai #businessgoals #costsavings #resourceefficiency #2024goals #energyaudit

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Part 3 of 4 – Analysing Sustainability Business Drivers and Actions Planned by Irish Enterprise This article on sustainability business drivers and actions is the third in a four-part series analysing how Irish Enterprise is responding to the challenge of delivering a climate resilient future. Our analysis of 106 Irish enterprise action plans identifies that 20% of sustainability actions within two key areas, 'responsible consumption and production' and 'climate action', focus on building competency capacity through knowledge sharing initiatives and training. You can learn more about the following topics in the series. ·      Corporate Risk Management & Sustainability Drivers ·      Analysis of Sustainability Business Driver Types ·      Analysis of Sustainability Business Drivers and SDG Alignment ·      Analysis of Sustainability Actions and SDG Alignment Read more Here : https://lnkd.in/eb4An6yB For further context to this article, read part 1 and part 2 of this series. Links in the comments below.

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🌎Wednesday 26th June - Sustainability Reporting Assurance Readiness Webinar – 1pm Join Eilis Griffin LCI CFCP CECA Certified Carbon Literate, Independent Compliance and Governance Advisor and Vice-Chair of Compliance Institute’s Sustainability Working Group who will be moderating a webinar on Wednesday 26th June with Emma Martin, Sustainability Reporting & Assurance, PwC Ireland on Sustainability Reporting Assurance Readiness where the following topics will be covered: ·     Introduction to the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), what this might mean for your business and how you can start preparing. ·   What is the CSRD & who does it apply to? ·   The Double Materiality Assessment ·   What are the standards - European Sustainability Reporting Standards? Steps to take in order to get "Assurance Ready” This webinar is not to be missed! CPD: 1 hour LCI, FCI (Compliance), FCI (Ethics), CECA, CSFCP, QFA, CPD Member, Professional Banker, Chartered Banker, Certified Bank Director, Certified Investment Fund Director, Wealth Management Professional, Retirement Planning, Professional, Accredited Funds Professional 🔗To register for this webinar please click here: 👉https://lnkd.in/eQqrAfex #ComplianceInstitute #Sustainability #CSRD #Sustainability #Assurance #SustainabilityAssurance

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📊 Our 2024 Voice of the Consumer survey offers insights into the complexity of Irish consumers’ changing expectations and increasing demands. There’s a broad range of issues for companies to address, requiring careful alignment of today’s decisions with long-term strategy. 🔍 Discover what key action businesses can take here. #IrishConsumers #VoiceOfTheConsumer

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