1. The Quiet (R)Evolution in Expectations of Corporate Environmental Performance

BSR’s new report outlines trends and emerging activities to help companies understand why and where they can begin to integrate the concept of ecosystem services into their strategic decisions. Read more

2. Physical Risks from Climate Change: A Guide for Companies and Investors on Disclosure and Management of Climate Change Impacts

Calvert Investments, Ceres and Oxfam America released a new guide for companies to improve their analysis and management of the risks that climate change poses to their operations and supply chains. Read more

3. The Water Stress Index

Maplecroft has launched the Water Stress Index that calculates the water stress of over 168 countries. Read more

4. Bonds and Climate Change: The State of Market in 2012

The report identifies seven climate-themed areas in which bond investors can tap current opportunities: energy, transport, buildings and industry, waste, water, agriculture and forestry. Read more

5. The Harris Poll

Since the summer of 2009, the Harris Poll has been tracking Americans’ attitudes toward the environment as well as their engagement in various environmentally-friendly, or “green,” behaviors. Read more

6. Caring for Climate Progress 2012

A report by Caring for Climate (C4C), the UN’s voluntary action platform for companies seeking to demonstrate leadership on climate change, showcases progress made by 353 corporate signatories in addressing climate change while highlighting areas where additional action is needed. Read more

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