Feb 21, 2022Global Trends Predicted for 20221. Assertive investors willing to vote for change2. Higher standards for climate disclosure and action3.
Beginning January 2022, companies and investors under the scope of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) face mandatory disclosure obligations for climate-change mitigation and adaptation objectives. Criteria for other environmental goals will follow, and an extension beyond environmental aspects into
The first amendment that stands out is that sustainable long-term value creation is the focus of the 2022 Code. The Code 2022 requires company directors to formulate a vision, strategy and objectives with regard to the sustainable long-term value creation of the company.
Brazil
Some Brazilian companies are beginning to pave the path for establishing meaningful climate initiatives that go beyond greenwashing and hold leadersh… European Union
The launch of EU Taxonomy focused on environmental reporting, and more to come.
Adopted in July 2021, the European Commission’s sustain… United Kingdom
Climate change remains a critical focus, with major new disclosure expectations.
The UK continues to see an increased focus on environment… Australia
Rising support for the ESG agenda.
Concern about climate change continues to be at the forefront of many investors’ minds, with a n… Japan
Efforts to strengthen Japanese corporate governance gains momentum.
In March 2021, a partial revision of the Japan Companies Act ca… Singapore and Malaysia
A refreshed view on governance and stewardship.
In April 2021, The Malaysian Code of Corporate Governance was refreshed and launched. The up… Below we briefly discuss five key trends in the area of corporate governance that are high on the agenda for 2022: 1. Increased focus on reporting 2. Upgrading of company law 3. More requirements in terms of diversity 4. Further ESG developments 5. Greater attention to the corporate purpose
