Environment & Energy

COP15: Ambitious Biodiversity Framework provides businesses with clear pathways for action, says ICC

The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) has released a statement applauding the efforts made by countries to overcome differences and to successfully adopt the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework: to halt and reverse the loss of biodiversity which is deteriorating worldwide at rates unprecedented in human history.

ICC celebrates over 50 years of engagement in UN environment discussion

Currently underway in the Swedish capital, Stockholm+50 commemorates the 50th anniversary of the United Nations (UN) Conference on the Human Environment, held in 1972 – which made the environment a pressing global issue for the first time. Aiming to drive action towards a healthy planet for the prosperity of all, the meeting brings leaders and representatives from governments, businesses, international organisations, civil society and youth together.

ICC brings the world to COP26 with virtual climate forum

The Make Climate Action Everyone’s Business Forum hosted by ICC from 1 –13 November 2021 will bring together more than 10,000 public and private sector participants from over 120 countries to align their climate ambitions and actions for the next decade.

ICC sets out business case for deal on emissions trading at COP26

ICC Secretary General John W.H. Denton AO has called on climate ministers to finally conclude a robust and workable rulebook to operationalise Article 6 of the Paris Climate Accord on international carbon markets., ahead of COP26 discussions next month.