February 2020

New GBI issue paper published - More than net zero: Responsible Corporate Board Activity & the Just Transition

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Wednesday, 04 November 2026

A just transition requires corporate boards to put human rights at the heart of climate strategy. Ahead of COP31, we are releasing “More Than Net-Zero: Responsible Corporate Board Activity & the Just Transition”, by Anita Ramasastry and Colleen Penny. Drawing on corporate case studies, the report examines how boards can integrate human rights due diligence, workforce planning and meaningful engagement with workers and communities into transition oversight. It highlights progress, persistent governance gaps and practical steps for boards. Access the report.

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Stora Enso joins GBI

Thursday, 27 February 2020

GBI is pleased to announce that Helsinki-based company Stora Enso, manufacturer of pulp, paper and other forest products, has joined GBI.   Stora Enso has...

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Business, human rights and the climate crisis – are we missing the point? 

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Monday, 24 February 2020

By Catie Shavin, Director, Global Business Initiative on Human Rights  I’m used to watching Australia burn....

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GBI, Chatham House and UN Working Group Consultation and Workshop on business and human rights in conflict and post-conflict affected areas

Thursday, 13 February 2020

On 13th February GBI members, the UN Working Group on Business and Human Rights, Chatham House and select guests held a consultation and workshop focussed on...

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