A discussion with Scaler - ESG reporting, assurance and digital enablement: from compliance to decision-making
As sustainability reporting changes, Jing Wang discusses the evolving role of assurance with the team at Scaler. Read more
Why water efficiency is becoming a business priority for manufacturers
Over the coming years, it's likely that water efficiency measures will become a priority for manufacturing sites. This article outlines why. Read more
The trust gap: why faster sustainability reporting needs stronger proof
AI is changing how sustainability data is reported. It comes with lots of benefits, but it is also making trust a bigger issue. In this article, James Edney and Jing Wang explore how independent assurance can help monitor the effectiveness of AI use and build confidence in reported data. Read more
Finding Funding 02: Develop a funding application with the best chance of success
Get expert advice on how to build internal confidence in your sustainability and innovation projects and develop funding applications that are attractive to funding entities. Read more
Water efficiency for manufacturing: reduce costs and strengthen resilience
Water efficiency is becoming a business priority because of cost pressures, water scarcity, and need for operational resilience. This interview outlines how manufacturers can identify savings and deliver improvement projects. Read more
New webinar: Turning water scarcity into opportunity
Join our webinar to learn how manufacturers can save money on their water bill, future-proof operations, and prevent expensive downtime and production delays. Read more
Finding Funding 01: Match your sustainability and innovation projects with the right funding opportunities
In this article, BIP.Verco experts advise organisations on how to find funding opportunities that align with their projects and business priorities. Read more
CRREM's EUI methodology concept paper is a welcome step forward, but important questions remain
In this article, Ben Ross explores the opportunities and challenges presented by CRREM's new EUI methodology concept paper. Read more
From Noise to Signal #3: BIP.Verco experts discuss the current data centre market
In a series of short videos, our experts explain the trends affecting the data centre market, why sustainability is becoming a condition of survival for data centre projects, and how investors can overcome the challenges and assess which projects are credible. Read more
Net zero standards are changing: what the GHG Protocol, SBTi v2.0 and ISO 14060 mean for businesses
Emissions reporting, target-setting, and net zero claims are changing at the same time. This article explores what the evolving GHG Protocol, SBTi v2.0, and ISO 14060 could mean for climate performance, capital, and transition risk. Read more
From family workshop to international group: a regenerative journey
In this article, Enrico Foglia and Alessandra Ciccotosto interview Davide Bollati, Chairman of cosmetics company Davines Group, about the organisation's regenerative journey. Read more
From Noise to Signal #2: A three-dimensional framework for assessing the viability of data centre projects
In this article, we present a framework that can help investors in data centre projects make wise decisions in a crowded market. Drawing on three key dimensions – technical foundations, market anchoring, and ESG and disclosure maturity – we outline how to assess a project’s viability and avoid regrets. Read more
From Noise to Signal #1: Why a new framework is needed for assessing the viability of data centre projects
As the market for data centre projects grows more crowded, investors need to cut through the noise. The first article in this two-part series explores why it’s crucial to test the viability of data centre projects, and why a new framework is needed for doing so. Read more
How can real estate businesses prepare for formal sustainability assurance?
When it comes to sustainability assurance, it's best to prepare early. You don't want to discover reporting gaps, inconsistent methodologies, or weak controls after the formal process has started. In the second article in our Assurance for Real Estate series, we explain how an assurance readiness review can help you build confidence, clarity, and control before external scrutiny. Read more
From targets to term sheets: Can KPI-linked debt support decarbonisation in private equity?
Portfolio companies are moving from setting science-based targets to funding delivery. This article explains how KPI-linked debt can support decarbonisation, where its value lies and why robust KPI design matters. Read more
GRESB assurance: investor-grade ESG data
Organisations must demonstrate that their sustainability data is accurate, traceable, and supported by robust evidence. In the first article in our Assurance for Real Estate series, Jing Wang, Ben Ross and Alex Steene explain how GRESB assurance can create value across the reporting chain and give you confidence that your data can withstand scrutiny. Read more
MyVerco evolves to meet the growing need for tailored sustainability technology
MyVerco is developing to meet organisations’ growing need for sustainability technology that reflects their own operations, data and priorities. With modular software and tailored AI-enabled development, it helps businesses tackle sustainability challenges through a single adaptable system. Read more
Webinar: Emissions reporting: What's working right now
A practical session to explore how manufacturers are tackling Scope 3, supply chain reporting, ESG data challenges and operational visibility. Read more
ISSB S2 deep dive: what climate scenario analysis needs to show investors
In this article, Senior Consultant Allegra Long discusses how ISSB S2 is impacting how organisations produce a climate scenario analysis. She unpacks four key insights that have surfaced from our recent work with clients. Read more
Scope 3 data and reporting for food and drink companies: What’s changing and where should the focus be?
When it comes to Scope 3 emissions reporting, the landscape is changing for food and drink professionals. In this article, Senior Consultant Emma Neudegg outlines the changes we're seeing and recommends what to focus on as you move into the next reporting cycle. Read more