Entries by Kilian Dilg

Lufthansa Group: Outstanding ESG ratings as the key to CO2 reduction

The Lufthansa Group impresses with leading ESG ratings and clear CO2 reduction targets and sets standards in sustainability and governance. Independent sustainability analysts and rating agencies regularly assess the Lufthansa Group’s activities according to ESG criteria (Environmental, Social, Governance).   Read the full article here.

Sustainable products to become norm for consumers as new law enters into force

A new law on sustainability requirements for a wide range of everyday household products has entered into force in the EU. The Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) will enable requirements to be set with the aim to ensure products last longer, are easier to repair and recycle, contain fewer problematic chemicals and more recycled materials, and are […]

EU’s Digital Product Passport: Advancing transparency and sustainability

Starting in 2024, the European Union will implement a new regulation requiring nearly all products sold in the EU to feature a Digital Product Passport (DPP). This initiative, part of the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation, aims to enhance transparency across product value chains by providing comprehensive information about each product’s origin, materials, environmental impact, […]

How sustainable corporate strategies promote economic growth

Without sustainability, almost nothing works in companies today. According to a study by the Bertelsmann Foundation (Sustainability Transformation Monitor 2023), 84% of responsible employees in companies say that the topic has become more important. Sustainable corporate strategies are therefore far more than mere ecological responsibility.   Read the full article here.

Ecodesign Regulation: New rules for sustainable products in force

New rules apply in the EU to make sustainable products the norm in the EU internal market and reduce their overall environmental and climate impact. They came into force on July 18, 2024. Building on the successes of the Ecodesign Directive, the new Ecodesign Regulation for sustainable products will ensure that products last longer, use […]

ESG and Austria’s banks – the pressure is mounting

Back in January 2023, the Austrian Financial Market Authority (FMA) published its analysis of the current implementation status of the consideration of sustainability and, in particular, sustainability risks on the Austrian financial market. The result: room for improvement.   Read the full article here.

Scandal surrounding fake CO2 projects spreads

New investigation results show: 45 climate projects in China are suspected of being faked. Germany’s Environment Minister Lemke announces consequences.   Read the full article here.