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William Sisson @wsisson.bsky.social · 2h

I was honored to moderate the panel “Beyond Carbon” with Teddy Mendoza (Hanesbrands Inc.), Amy Knight (Edgewell Personal Care), and Virginia Li, (Nexteer Automotive).

Regulatory delays are giving companies a valuable opportunity to get ahead. Now is the moment to invest in future-proof frameworks!

William Sisson @wsisson.bsky.social · 2h

This week, I had the pleasure of joining #Reuters Events Sustainable Business #SustRepUSA in Boston, where 250+ corporate sustainability and reporting leaders came together to prepare for mandatory sustainability reporting.

@wbcsd.bsky.social #Sustainability #ESG #CorporateReporting

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William Sisson @wsisson.bsky.social · 4d

#WorldHabitatDay is an opportunity to reflect on the state of our cities and ecosystems, and on our shared responsibility.

I’m honored to serve on the Board of #TandemGlobal, which brings together experts in biodiversity to help businesses build resilience regarding urbanization and climate change.

Tandem Global - Official Website

Tandem Global empowers companies to advance biodiversity, sustainability, employee engagement and community relations goals.

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William Sisson @wsisson.bsky.social · 7d

I’m joining @reuters.com #SustRepUSA, where 250+ corporate leaders will gather to prepare for mandatory sustainability reporting.

I’ll moderate "Beyond Carbon: Navigating New Sustainability Data Requirements" with Hanesbrands, Edgewell Personal Care, and Nexteer Automotive.

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William Sisson @wsisson.bsky.social · 10d

The new @wbcsd.bsky.social Executive Action Brief highlights why investing in community resilience is no longer optional.

It outlines how companies can safeguard continuity, protect insurability, preserve their social license to operate, and secure long-term returns.

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Executive Action Brief on Community Resilience | WBCSD

Helping executives safeguard operations and value chains by building resilient communities against physical risks The new Executive Action Brief makes the case for why investing in community resilienc...

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William Sisson @wsisson.bsky.social · 11d

In the latest episode of the "Transformative Leadership in Business" podcast, I speak with Hugh Welsh, President of dsm-firmenich NA, about how today's leaders can bridge political divides and turn challenges into opportunities.

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William Sisson @wsisson.bsky.social · 16d

During #ClimateWeekNYC, at @wbcsd.bsky.social's Council Meeting, we launched the CEO Handbook on Physical Risk and Resilience in Value Chains.

This is a critical resource to help business leaders confront one of the most urgent and under-addressed challenges: physical risk.

Getting Ahead of Physical Risk | WBCSD

Build resilience into strategy and governance. Learn from leading company case studies Turn risk into long-term advantage.

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William Sisson @wsisson.bsky.social · 16d

The @wbcsd.bsky.social strongly supports the IMO's Net-Zero Framework before its final adoption.

In our Business Breakthrough Barometer 2025, 94% of business leaders highlighted the importance of clear net-zero policies for shaping investment decisions.

#Sustainability #Shipping #Leadership

WBCSD Statement of Support for the IMO Net-Zero Framework | WBCSD

Geneva, 22 September 2025 — The World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) today released a statement in support of the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) Net-Zero Framework, ...

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William Sisson @wsisson.bsky.social · 17d

The @wbcsd.bsky.social, in partnership with @globalresilience.bsky.social, is launching the Climate Resilience Awards for Business.

They recognize companies that are leading the way in building resilience across their operations, in their supply chains, and in the communities they serve.

Climate Resilience Awards for Business – Now Open until 18th October 2025 | WBCSD

Launch of the Climate Resilience Awards for Business- open until 18th October The World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) and Global Resilience Partnership are collaborating on a ne...

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WBCSD @wbcsd.bsky.social · 21d

Join WBCSD for the Critical Materials Collective’s in-person workshop during New York Climate Week on Wednesday, September 24 (7:30–11:00 AM), co-hosted with #Apple.

This session brings together leaders from across the value chain to chart the next phase of WBCSD’s Critical Materials Collective.

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William Sisson @wsisson.bsky.social · 21d

At @wbcsd.bsky.social, we see the financial power of sustainability through three layers.

This article explains how PUMA Group’s sustainability-linked supplier program shows it is possible to invest in partners, reduce costs, and strengthen resilience simultaneously.

Financial quantification: leveraging the (inter)dependencies of sustainable investments | WBCSD

Translating sustainability initiatives into financial terms is nuanced. Their impacts unfold across multiple dimensions of the business and over varying time horizons, making attribution and valuation...

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William Sisson @wsisson.bsky.social · 24d

Participants will:

— Explore practical steps to assess and manage nature-related risks using TNFD
— Learn from real-world experiences of regional peers
— Gain guidance on embedding nature into core business strategy

Start your nature journey today: tinyurl.com/LatAmEngPrep...

WBCSD Events - Nature risk & opportunity in LatAm: a workshop to get ready for business actionNature risk & opportunity in LatAm: a workshop to get ready for business action

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William Sisson @wsisson.bsky.social · 24d

By acting now, companies can build resilience, unlock long-term value, and lead the shift to a nature-positive economy.

To help companies on this journey, @wbcsd.bsky.social is launching a new English-speaking Nature Reporting Preparer Forum cohort for Latin American businesses.

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William Sisson @wsisson.bsky.social · 25d

In today’s noisy, politicized world, holding firm to your values isn’t a risk. It’s what sets resilient companies apart.

Here’s the full piece: www.reuters.com/sustainabili...

Despite the headwinds, US companies that stick to their values will win out

By William Sisson

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William Sisson @wsisson.bsky.social · 25d

With climate impacts hitting supply chains and fueling inflation, these leaders see massive opportunity in the global clean energy transition, a “transition dividend” worth $2 trillion just last year, according to @wbcsd.bsky.social.

Despite the headwinds, US companies that stick to their values will win out

By William Sisson

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William Sisson @wsisson.bsky.social · 25d

Forward-thinking leaders are increasingly investing in countries whose governments are ready for a rapidly changing world.

Despite the headwinds, US companies that stick to their values will win out

By William Sisson

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William Sisson @wsisson.bsky.social · 25d

I’m excited to share my op-ed published in @reuters.com this week, where I wrote about something I’ve seen repeatedly: when companies stay true to their values, they outperform those who don't. The catch is that even a values-driven corporate strategy thrives only in a supportive policy environment.

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William Sisson @wsisson.bsky.social · 28d

The @wbcsd.bsky.social is opening a new English-speaking Nature Reporting Preparer Forum cohort for Latin American companies.

The journey begins with a free virtual workshop on September 25th (10:00 Colombia, 17:00 CEST).

Learn more and register here:
tinyurl.com/LatAmEngPrep...

#Nature #Workshop

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William Sisson @wsisson.bsky.social · Sep 4

@wbcsd.bsky.social, together with @technoserve.bsky.social, #Nestlé, #JDEPeet's and the Rudy & Alice Ramsey Foundation, has released new research proving the case for regenerative coffee farming.

With $560M per year invested globally, the sector could unlock $2.6B in new exports annually.

A Clear Business Case for Regenerative Coffee | WBCSD

Year after year, coffee farmers Fedila and Mustafa saw yields decline on their 0.5-hectare plot in southern Ethiopia. Aging coffee trees and increasingly erratic weather made it hard for them to earn a living income. So when a new program launched to provide agronomy training in their community, they were eager to learn. By rejuvenating

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William Sisson @wsisson.bsky.social · Sep 3

The @wbcsd.bsky.social and #BCG, together with #WBCSD members, just launched a #CEO-focused publication on why managing physical risks is critical for business continuity.

It highlights today’s realities and tomorrow’s challenges for resilient value chains.

Getting Ahead of Physical Risk | WBCSD

In September 2025, WBCSD and BCG, in collaboration with several WBCSD members launched our publication - Getting Ahead of Physical Risk, designed to engage CEOs on the critical importance of managing ...

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WBCSD @wbcsd.bsky.social · Sep 1

We’re kicking off our Natural Climate Solutions from Brazil webinar series tomorrow – find out all about Brazil’s climate future ahead of #COP30.

First session: Sept 2 | With Rabobank on carbon markets in Brazil

Time: 9-10am Brasilia / 2-3pm CEST

Secure your spot now: lnkd.in/eRBeNVZF

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William Sisson @wsisson.bsky.social · Aug 29

Today is a moment to honor that commitment and the difference it makes.

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#LaborDay #LaborDay2025 #Employees #Teams #WBCSD

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William Sisson @wsisson.bsky.social · Aug 29

The impact of their efforts is felt far beyond the workplace, shaping stronger teams and stronger communities.

The dedication of employees everywhere is what drives progress and builds a better future.

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William Sisson @wsisson.bsky.social · Aug 29

This Labor Day is a time to recognize the people whose work keeps organizations and communities moving forward.

Employees bring ideas to life, solve challenges, and support one another in ways that make a real difference.

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William Sisson @wsisson.bsky.social · Aug 26

Here, @wbcsd.bsky.social highlights the power of nature-based solutions for commercial buildings and infrastructure.

These strategies enhance resilience, reduce costs, and generate measurable economic and societal value.

#Sustainability #NatureBasedSolutions #ClimateResilience

Natural Hazards: How Nature-based Solutions can help protect commercial buildings & infrastructure | WBCSD

Editor(s): Giulia Carbone, Nature for Climate Director at WBCSD; Madeline Ojakovoh, Manager for Climate Adaptation at WBCSD; Johan Lammerant, Global Technical Director Nature and Biodiversity at Arcad...

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