Examining the Controversy & Assessing the Future of ESG Reporting
During the Economist Impact's 3rd annual "Sustainability Week US" in Washington, D.C., Terrence Keeley and Witold J. Henisz engaged in a debate over the relevance and accuracy of environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) reporting.
Federal Reserve Keeps Interest Rates Unchanged, Temporarily Halting Rate-Hiking Strategy
The Federal Reserve announced a pause in its rate-hiking campaign, acknowledging the need to wait for the effects to permeate the economy but indicating that more rate hikes are likely this year.
Plans for the reconstruction of Philadelphia's I-95 have been unveiled
Pennsylvania officials have revealed their plans to rebuild a collapsed section of Interstate 95 in Philadelphia.
The growth of Japan's exports has slowed down to its weakest pace since 2021 due to a decline in demand
Japan's exports have experienced their weakest growth in over two years, signaling a global economic slowdown and adding uncertainty to the country's growth outlook.
Amid a cost-of-living crisis, there is a need to re-evaluate convenience food options
As consumers face the impact of rising prices and a cost-of-living crisis, there is a growing need to re-evaluate convenience food options.
Understanding the Role of Supply Chain Control Towers in Enhancing Visibility and Decision-Making
Supply chain control towers are increasingly recognized as crucial tools in addressing the challenges faced by organizations, particularly in terms of visibility and decision-making.
U.S. Drops in Supply Chain Rankings Due to Child-Labor Violations
U.S. joins high-risk countries for ESG supply chain issues, according to a study by Elevate.
Delays in Ship Wait Times Recorded at Seattle, Long Beach
Recent disruptions at West Coast ports have led to longer wait times for ships at berths, raising concerns about potential supply chain issues.
Asia to Spearhead Air Traffic Boom in Coming Decades, Predicts Airbus
Airbus forecasts that over the next 20 years, approximately 40,850 new jets will be delivered by aircraft manufacturers as airlines expand their fleets and replace older planes with more fuel-efficient models, with Asia being a significant driver of this growth.
NEOM and King Salman Airport Driving Rapid Development in the Middle East
The Middle East is experiencing rapid development, with notable projects like NEOM and the King Salman International Airport transforming the region.
Debate Arises as EPA Proposes Mandates for Electric Vehicle Adoption, Raising Concerns Over Costs and Infrastructure Challenges
Proposed regulations by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) aim to significantly increase the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs), requiring 60% of new car sales to be EVs by 2030 and 67% by 2032.
The deadliest migrant shipwreck off Greece this year has led to fears that hundreds of people may have drowned
At least 79 migrants have drowned, and hundreds more are missing and feared dead after their overloaded boat capsized and sank off the coast of Greece.
Bipartisan Senators Seek to Address Medication Shortages and National Security Concerns
Michigan Senator Gary Peters and Iowa Senator Joni Ernst are introducing legislation to tackle medication shortages and assess the impact on national security.
Stabilization of Trucking Parts and Labor Expenses Observed in First Quarter Report
Trucking sector expenses for parts and labor have shown signs of stabilization in the first quarter of 2023, according to a report from the American Trucking Associations (ATA)'s Technology & Maintenance Council and Decisiv Inc.
Suppliers of Walmart have achieved 75% of their emissions goal
Walmart suppliers have made significant progress toward achieving the retailer's goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions from its value chain.
Toyota Shareholders Reject Climate Change Performance Proposal
Shareholders at Toyota's annual general meeting rejected a proposal initiated by AkademikerPension, a Danish investment fund, calling for the automaker to improve its efforts in fighting climate change.
South America's Lithium Triangle Enters a New Era
Latin America and the Caribbean, particularly Argentina, Bolivia, and Chile, are experiencing a shift in their economies as lithium, a crucial element for renewable energy and electric vehicles, gains prominence.
Supply Chain Vulnerabilities Exposed by Shortages of Cancer Drugs
Shortages of chemotherapy drugs, such as cisplatin and carboplatin, are leading to calls for strengthening the U.S. drug supply chain.
OPEC data suggests that Saudi Arabia's decision to reduce oil output will tighten the oil market
Based on data from OPEC, Saudi Arabia's decision to cut oil production is expected to significantly tighten global markets in July 2023.
The West Coast ports are currently shrouded in confusion and uncertainty due to a labor dispute
The West Coast ports are currently facing a labor dispute that has created confusion and uncertainty.