In December 2023 alone, the world saw 1,351 disclosed data breaches, affecting over 2.2 billion records. This Data Protection Day, we delve into ESG principles and data protection, and offer essential tips to fortify your data privacy and security, highlighting the critical need for robust protection measures in our increasingly digital world.

In a revealing study by the European Central Bank, a staggering 90% of European banks were found to have loan portfolios not aligned with EU climate goals, signifying profound transition risks. The assessment, covering key carbon-intensive sectors, underscores an urgent need for strategic realignment to mitigate financial and environmental risks.

The European Parliament has passed a groundbreaking directive targeting greenwashing. This legislation mandates that environmental claims like 'eco-friendly' or 'carbon-neutral' must be evidence-backed. It also emphasizes product repairability, scrutinizes carbon offsetting claims, and enhances ecolabel credibility, marking a significant step towards transparent and sustainable consumer practices in the EU.

The international launch of ESG Report Pro brings a seamless, value-adding tool to organizations worldwide. Addressing major ESG reporting concerns, it transforms reporting from a regulatory task to a dynamic management tool, integrating data management, user interface configurability, and business analytics into a comprehensive, modular system.