CSSB and the UN-Supported Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) to Host Sustainability Disclosure in Canada: Overcoming the Headwinds During Canada Climate Week XchangeNovember 18, 2025 3:56 PM EST | Source: Canada Climate Week Xchange (CCWX)Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - November 18, 2025) - The Canadian Sustainability Standards Board (CSSB) and the UN-supported Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) are hosting a live panel discussion, Sustainability Disclosure in Canada: Ove ...

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🌱 ESMA supports EFRAG’s strategic direction to achieve greater proportionality in #sustainability reporting under the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD).📩 Read our view in the comment letter → https://t.co/mRPh1wCnnG https://t.co/UXkknuU60J ...

Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the telecommunications industry. Core Insights - The telecommunications industry is actively working to minimize its environmental impacts through collaborative efforts, particularly in emissions assessment and greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction across the value chain [4][9]. - The industry faces significant challenges in aligning with evolving regulations for environmental reporting, which necessitates a unified approach among stakeholders [5][12]. - Accurate carbon emissions reporting is essential for Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) and requires a shift from financial to primary emission factors to enhance precision [6][48]. Summary by Sections Introduction - The telecommunications sector is under increasing pressure to meet sustainability targets due to escalating global environmental concerns, particularly regarding GHG emissions [11][12]. - The industry aims to reduce its carbon emissions by at least 50% by 2030, with many companies setting Net Zero Carbon targets for 2040 [12][14]. Environmental Sustainability and Reporting Challenges - The ICT industry contributes approximately 1.7% of global GHG emissions, with a significant portion stemming from network infrastructure and devices [21][22]. - MNOs face challenges in adapting to various sustainability reporting standards, which can be overwhelming due to their diversity and complexity [26][27]. - Accurate data collection for environmental impact is more challenging than financial accounting, necessitating improved tools and processes [29][30]. Recommendations and Collaboration - Enhanced collaboration between MNOs and manufacturers is crucial for improving sustainability reporting and achieving shared environmental goals [8][9]. - The adoption of advanced carbon accounting tools is recommended to facilitate better emissions reporting [6][19]. Conclusions and Recommendations - The report emphasizes the need for industry-wide cooperation to effectively address environmental challenges and contribute to global climate action efforts [9][12]. - MNOs should prioritize environmental impact in their business strategies and integrate sustainability criteria into their operations [6][12].