Welcome to Edition #4 of Sunburnt Country. As we hit the midway point of the UN’s ‘Decade of Action’ for the Sustainable Development Goals, this newsletter curates key updates—from shifting global priorities to regulatory changes and corporate innovations.
Revolt, part of Anthesis, unveils its fifth annual index, spotlighting 50 critical issues shaping global priorities in 2025, with a digital-first approach to explore shifting sustainability trends.
Japan Releases Inaugural IFRS-Aligned Sustainability Reporting Standards 🇯🇵
Japan introduces its first sustainability reporting standards aligned with IFRS, marking a significant step in global ESG disclosure harmonization.
EU to Exempt 80% of Companies from CSRD Sustainability Reporting Requirements 🇪🇺
The EU plans to ease the burden of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive, exempting 80% of companies from its requirements.
Lack of Whistleblowing Systems Undermines ESG in Australia 🇦🇺🚨
Report It Now warns that weak whistleblowing infrastructure in Australian organizations threatens ESG credibility, highlighting governance gaps.
CFOs Still Bank on Sustainability, Despite Trump’s Anti-ESG Agenda 💰🌿
Surveys from BDO and Kearney reveal that most CFOs continue to prioritize ESG investments for business growth, despite political pushback.
What Starbucks, KFC, and Others Learned from Testing Reusable Cups ☕♻️
A Petaluma pilot shows reusable cups succeed when cost-neutral and easy to return, offering lessons for Starbucks, KFC, and other brands.
AI for the Chief Sustainability Officer 🤖🌏
KPMG’s report explores how AI can accelerate corporate sustainability goals while addressing its environmental challenges, offering actionable insights for CSOs.
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