Stay informed with the latest updates and insights. Here, we carefully curate a selection of news articles that resonate with current trends and significant developments, ensuring you have access to valuable and timely information.
ESG
- Prabowo says Indonesia can reach net zero emissions before 2050on November 20, 2024 at 2:39 pm
INDONESIA is optimistic it can reach net zero emissions before 2050, a decade earlier than previously targeted, President Prabowo Subianto told a…
- COP29 climate financing target likely to fall short of developing countries’ needs: reportby Janice Lim on November 20, 2024 at 1:38 pm
THE climate finance quantum that countries are now tussling over at the annual United Nations (UN) climate change conference is likely to…
- Tokyo’s scorching summers focus public anger against tree cuttingon November 20, 2024 at 2:53 am
EVERY night, 70-year-old Etsuko Goto takes her place on a small foldable chair in a central Tokyo road to protect a row of around…
- Lula urges G20 leaders to move faster on net zero climate targetson November 19, 2024 at 4:15 pm
BRAZILIAN President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Tuesday (Nov 19) urged leaders of the Group of 20 major economies to accelerate…
- COP29: Singapore and Zambia ink carbon credit dealby Janice Lim on November 19, 2024 at 6:00 am
SINGAPORE and Zambia have inked a preliminary carbon credit deal on the sidelines of the annual United Nations climate change conference currently…
- Singapore’s public sector emissions down slightly in FY2023by Janice Lim on November 18, 2024 at 3:51 pm
SINGAPORE’s public-sector emissions dipped slightly in its 2023 fiscal year ending Mar 31, 2024, declining by 0.2 per cent to 3,612 kilotonnes…
- India’s capital shuts schools as smog exceeds 60 times WHO limiton November 18, 2024 at 5:06 am
INDIA’S capital New Delhi switched schools to online classes on Monday (Nov 18) until further notice as worsening toxic smog surged past…
- Biden touts climate legacy in landmark Amazon visiton November 17, 2024 at 10:26 pm
US PRESIDENT Joe Biden paid an historic trip to the Amazon rainforest on Sunday to promote his record on fighting climate change,…
- Battery energy storage systems: South-east Asia’s key to renewable energy resilienceon November 17, 2024 at 9:00 pm
THE 2024 International Energy Agency report revealed a stark reality: the global growth of electricity demand is expected to increase to a 3.4 per…
- COP29: More policy alignment needed in S-E Asia to unlock potential from new carbon trading rulesby Janice Lim on November 17, 2024 at 1:32 pm
WHILE the adoption of global carbon trading rules by countries at the United Nations’ (UN) COP29 climate change conference – nine years…
- Family businesses will lead the way in sustainability: TPC’s Chavalit Frederick Tsaoby Vivien Ang on November 17, 2024 at 8:39 am
QUESTION: What happens when the scion of a diversified multinational corporation in Singapore with roots in the shipping industry meets the founder…
- Issue 125: COP29 carbon deal a potential win for Asia; Singapore’s US$500 million blended finance signalby Kenneth Lim on November 15, 2024 at 11:00 am
This week in ESG: COP29 strikes quick deal on carbon markets; Singapore pledges US$500 million of concessional capital for climate action
- COP29: Singapore joins EU and China in expanded taxonomy on green financingby Janice Lim on November 14, 2024 at 10:45 am
SINGAPORE green bond issuers could have easier access to European Union and Chinese investors if their debt instruments are aligned with a…
Work/HR
- How Trump’s second term could impact corporate DEI programsby Hailey Mensik on November 19, 2024 at 10:44 am
Companies so far have responded to more recent attacks by de-risking their own programs, starting with changing external messaging.
- WTF is ping fatigue? (and why it hurts productivity)by Hailey Mensik on November 18, 2024 at 9:54 am
It’s when workers are constantly switching tasks by responding to notifications – depleting their cognitive resources and making it harder to re-enter focused work.
- Gen Z lawyers grapple with work-life balance realityby Hailey Mensik on November 18, 2024 at 5:01 am
Over half of Gen Z associates said they would take a pay cut for fewer billable hours, and over a third would for more time off, according to a survey.
- RTO failing to deliver on boosted collaborationby Hailey Mensik on November 13, 2024 at 5:01 am
Satisfaction with collaboration fell from 36% in 2021 to 29% this year, coinciding with the return to offices, according to new data.
- Canva shares which workers aren’t feeling appreciatedby Deanna Cuadra on November 12, 2024 at 10:30 am
Canva surveyed 1,500 professionals about whether they’re recognized in the workplace — and it looks like managers could do better.
- Post-election discontent dominates the workplaceby Tony Case on November 8, 2024 at 5:02 am
In the approach to Election Day, employers were already gearing up to navigate what likely would be a people-management minefield considering the polarized nature of U.S. politics.
- DEI isn’t going anywhere — but it may get a rebrandby Deanna Cuadra on November 6, 2024 at 2:00 pm
Sarah Reynolds, CMO at HiBob, breaks down what the future of DEI looks like in the backdrop of compliance challenges.
- Is the corporate ladder now a corporate trampoline?by Hailey Mensik on November 5, 2024 at 9:36 am
Sentiments around loyalty to one’s employer and what professional success actually looks like is rapidly shifting, especially for younger workers.
- Election day tensions so high some employers grant remote work weekby Hailey Mensik on November 4, 2024 at 5:01 am
Four in 10 managers will have staff work remotely election week, according to a new survey.
- What the 2024 presidential election could mean for women’s rights in the U.S.by Deanna Cuadra on October 31, 2024 at 9:30 am
Ann Olivarius weighs in on the impact of Vice President Kamala Harris’ candidacy in the 2024 election.
- Current policies ‘failing’: How HR leaders can fight workplace ageismby Tony Case on October 29, 2024 at 4:01 am
HR leaders often hard-pressed to find solid solutions to widespread bias against workers of a certain age.
- The HR Strategy 2025 Framework.by Marieke Agatha Stoop on October 24, 2024 at 4:28 pm
The HR strategy 2025 will be driven by advancements in technology and changing workforce expectations. One major HR trends The post The HR Strategy 2025 Framework. appeared first on Human in Progress.
- WTF is a Culture Carrier? by Tony Case on October 24, 2024 at 4:01 am
The role has been described as “someone around whom a company’s culture develops,” who essentially is a person who has deep institutional knowledge, who embodies a company’s values and who has a presence people want to be around.
- Microsoft is struggling to retain women and minority employeeson October 23, 2024 at 3:57 pm
Microsoft’s female, Black and Latinx employees are leaving at an increasing rate, undermining the company’s DEI efforts.
- The Q4 crunch: Striking balance amid year-end stressby Tony Case on October 23, 2024 at 4:01 am
The role of technology, particularly AI, is emerging as a potential solution to Q4 stress. But experts warn not to view it as a quick fix.
- Pension Netherlands – Key Terminology Explained.by Marieke Agatha Stoop on October 21, 2024 at 5:15 pm
In this article, there will be a breakdown of the pension Netherlands terminology by defining essential definitions and explaining The post Pension Netherlands – Key Terminology Explained. appeared first on Human in Progress.
- Works Council Netherlands and Mandatory Pension Requirements.by Marieke Agatha Stoop on October 20, 2024 at 3:22 pm
When the Works Council (Ondernemingsraad) and entrepreneur are engaging in pension discussions, it is critical to understand the mandatory The post Works Council Netherlands and Mandatory Pension Requirements. appeared first on Human in Progress.
- Pension System Netherlands – Overview & Insights.by Marieke Agatha Stoop on October 20, 2024 at 3:00 pm
The Dutch pension system is often cited as one of the best in the world. With a well-structured, three The post Pension System Netherlands – Overview & Insights. appeared first on Human in Progress.
- Role Works Council in Risk Inventory & Evaluation (RI&E).by Marieke Agatha Stoop on October 12, 2024 at 12:38 pm
The Works Council has a significant role in shaping the RI&E and its accompanying action plan. In the Netherlands, The post Role Works Council in Risk Inventory & Evaluation (RI&E). appeared first on Human in Progress.
- Beyond diversity: The science of inclusion and equity for business successby Janet M. Stovall on October 10, 2024 at 9:30 am
Ongoing efforts to make the workplace a psychologically safe, supportive environment is key to the engagement of workers.
- Supporting trans employees includes helping them navigate their benefitsby Paola Peralta on October 9, 2024 at 6:51 pm
Having inclusive policies can’t help employees if they don’t know how to take advantage of them.
- From culture to career development, employees need supportby Lee Hafner on October 4, 2024 at 5:04 pm
Organizations that work to connect, coach and offer opportunities to enhance tech skills are setting themselves apart.
- Toyota curbs DEI policy after activist attack over LGBTQ supporton October 3, 2024 at 8:14 pm
The car company joins others such as Harley-Davidson and Ford that have pulled back their diversity, equity and inclusion efforts.
- Importance of Works Council Rules of Procedure – OR Reglement.by Marieke Agatha Stoop on October 3, 2024 at 11:20 am
In the Netherlands, employee participation in decision-making is deeply embedded in workplace culture, largely thanks to the Works Council. The post Importance of Works Council Rules of Procedure – OR Reglement. appeared first on Human in Progress.
- How to do Hispanic Heritage Month the right wayby Paola Peralta on October 2, 2024 at 4:00 pm
Making assumptions and refusing to listen to employees are the biggest missteps most companies make, according to an expert.
- Understanding Works Council Committees in the Netherlands.by Marieke Agatha Stoop on October 2, 2024 at 3:36 pm
The Works Council [ondernemingsraad, OR] is an internal body representing, promoting and protecting the interest of the employees. The The post Understanding Works Council Committees in the Netherlands. appeared first on Human in Progress.
- Future HR Roles in 2025 and Beyond.by Marieke Agatha Stoop on October 2, 2024 at 1:10 pm
In the next five years, the future role of HR in a company will shift as HR professionals will The post Future HR Roles in 2025 and Beyond. appeared first on Human in Progress.
- How Lyft built a holistic fertility benefits programby Deanna Cuadra on September 23, 2024 at 6:00 pm
At EBN’s Benefits at Work conference, leaders from Kindbody and Lyft reveal their secret to building successful family-forming benefits.
- Strategic International Human Resource Management (SIHRM).by Marieke Agatha Stoop on August 26, 2024 at 12:53 pm
As businesses expand internationally, the strategic management of HR becomes increasingly critical. Strategic International Human Resource Management (SIHRM) not The post Strategic International Human Resource Management (SIHRM). appeared first on Human in Progress.
- The Basics of International Human Resource Management (IHRM).by Marieke Agatha Stoop on August 26, 2024 at 9:29 am
Understanding the fundamentals of International Human Resource Management (IHRM) is crucial for organisations operating in different countries. It involves The post The Basics of International Human Resource Management (IHRM). appeared first on Human in Progress.