by Helen Bunting | Sep 1, 2026
As climate and sustainability standards become increasingly central to achieving global net zero objectives, the governance of the organisations that develop and maintain these standards has emerged as a critical determinant of their credibility, legitimacy, and...
by Helen Bunting | Jul 1, 2026
Corporate commitments to net-zero emissions have expanded rapidly since the 2015 Paris Agreement, yet most corporate climate strategies remain narrowly focused on carbon reduction, with limited attention to the social and political dimensions of transition. This paper...
by Helen Bunting | Apr 28, 2026
This article systematically reviews guidance for non-state entities on transitioning to net zero. The voluntary governance system for corporate climate action consists of a competitive landscape with many documents setting the rules for alignment with ‘net zero’. Our...
by Helen Bunting | Feb 20, 2026
Although progress has been made in emissions accounting for businesses, the treatment of emissions facilitated or enabled by Professional Services Providers (PSPs) including law firms, consulting firms and advertising agencies – known as serviced emissions – remains...
by Helen Bunting | Feb 12, 2026
The global transition away from fossil fuels has stalled. While international announcements like the COP28 Global Stocktake signal political intent, actual geopolitical developments reveal a persistent interest in fossil fuels. Current fossil fuel production and...
