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 | Aug 24, 2026
The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) projects that global aviation emissions could triple by 2050 as demand for flights continues to rise. The Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA), put in place by ICAO, is intended...
by Helen Bunting | Jul 10, 2026
The 2025 Advisory Opinion of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) argues that climate mitigation is a matter of state responsibility, requiring states to use all means at their disposal to prevent significant harm. This article proposes a Climate System Integrity...
by Helen Bunting | Jun 29, 2026
When and how do international standards influence domestic policies? The literature identifies a range of ways international standards may relate to domestic regulations—including by exporting, substituting, supplanting, or bolstering national rules—creating...
by Helen Bunting | Jun 23, 2026
The purpose of the Oxford Martin Principles for Climate-Conscious Investment remains unchanged: to inform investment and engagement decisions that support the transition to global net zero emissions. The Principles are intended to guide investors to generate returns...