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Explore the latest news, insights, guidance, and regulatory updates on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices.

Stay ahead of ESG compliance and sustainability trends with expert guidance from Energy Advice Hub. Our ESG insights help UK organisations meet environmental targets, improve social responsibility, and strengthen governance practices. Explore articles on carbon reporting, net zero strategies, supply chain due diligence, and ESG regulations. Whether you’re preparing for CSRD, enhancing your ESG reporting, or aligning with stakeholder expectations, our resources support your journey to a more sustainable and responsible business.

Schools Must Have Climate Action Plan

Schools required to have Climate Action Plan, sustainability lead by September 2025

Schools in England must have a Climate Action Plan in place by September 2025, as mandated by the UK’s Department for Education (DfE), with...
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EU delays sustainability reporting requirements for large companies

This page was reviewed and updated on 25/07/25. The European Commission has confirmed a two-year delay to several new Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) requirements,...
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EU simplifies Sustainability Taxonomy as part of Omnibus I reforms

This page was reviewed and updated on 25/07/25. The European Commission has adopted a Delegated Act to streamline how companies report against the EU Taxonomy...
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ESG vs. CSR: What’s the difference? A simple guide for UK businesses

Businesses are under increasing pressure to show they take sustainability and social responsibility seriously. But with so many terms in use, it’s easy to...
Circular Economy Strategy

UK government to introduce new Circular Economy Strategy

The UK government has announced plans to publish a new Circular Economy Strategy this autumn. The strategy will focus on reducing waste and reusing...
Sustainability, ESG, Net Zero: What’s The Difference?

Sustainability, ESG, net zero: What’s the difference? Your business explainer

Demand from consumers and professional boards alike is driving change in how businesses approach sustainability. However, with growing terminology and compliance frameworks, understanding key...
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Sustainable Development Goals: What your business needs to know

Net zero, ESG, and sustainability aren’t just buzzwords anymore—they’re essential to modern business strategy. A crucial part of this strategy involves aligning with the...
Companies leading on emissions reductions have tied executive pay to ESG targets

Companies leading on emissions reductions have tied executive pay to ESG targets

New research from the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) highlights a clear pattern among companies making strong progress in reducing emissions: accountability starts in the...
ESG Reporting

Understanding double materiality vs. single materiality in ESG reporting

Materiality assessments are formal processes to help businesses identify Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) priorities, risks, and opportunities. Now, they have found a permanent...
A man types on his computer, working on an ESG report. Symbols hover above his keyboard in a futuristic way, including symbols such as windmills and a CO2 cloud.

Understanding ESG: Environmental, Social, and Governance

Beyond various compliance schemes such as ESOS and SECR, businesses are increasingly being asked about their ESG strategy. But what is ESG and how...

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