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Towards a systemic understanding of sustainable well-being for all in cities: A conceptual framework

The purpose of this framework is to guide the design and evaluation of public policies, as well as provide tools for conducting thorough assessments and monitoring progress across various socio-ecological dimensions of sustainable well-being in different urban settings on a universal scale.
Research
3 January 2023

An equitable energy allowance for all: Pathways for a below 2◦ C-compliant global buildings sector

The article asserts that building energy codes must be derived from global climate change targets. Thus, an innovate global Building Stock Energy Model is developed to determine the required energy efficiency levels for building stocks of 138 countries in alignment with the Paris Agreement’s below 2°C climate change scenario.
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21 November 2022

What Doughnut Economics means for business: Creating enterprises that are regenerative and distributive by design

This guide is intended for businesses and individuals who want to implement Doughnut Economics principles. It provides guidance on how to redesign a business through its strategic decisions and operations by focusing on purpose, networks governance, ownership and finance. The paper explores barriers and innovations to sustainable business design.
Research
7 November 2022

Integrity matters: Net zero commitments by businesses, financial institutions, cities and regions

United Nations (UN)
As the global community faces a climate crisis, the report recommends setting standards and criteria for achieving net zero emissions, addressing concerns about greenwashing, and calling for a just transition for developing countries. The report advocates for a collaborative 'ambition loop' to accelerate global efforts toward a sustainable future.
Research
8 November 2022

Human Rights Watch

Issue Focused NGOs & Think Tanks
Human Rights Watch investigates and reports on abuses happening around the world, comprising 550 plus people of 70-plus nationalities who are country experts, lawyers, journalists, and others who work to protect the most at risk, from vulnerable minorities and civilians in wartime, to refugees and children in need.
Organisation
1 research item

Building peace and prosperity: What business can do

United Nations Global Compact
A brief look at the policies and actions stakeholders can do to confront and prevent violent conflict in high-risk areas. Actions are laid out for businesses, governments, the United Nations, investment community, and civil society. Multi-stakeholder initiatives to support building and investing in peace are presented.
Research
19 September 2018

Inter-agency Task Force on Financing for Development's financing for sustainable development reports

Inter-agency Task Force on Financing for Development
The "Financing for Sustainable Development" reports explores global financing challenges and opportunities to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This benchmark report assesses current financial landscapes, identifies financing gaps, and provides actionable recommendations to mobilize resources and reform international financial frameworks, emphasising sustainable and inclusive development.
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Driving improvements in modern slavery reporting: The role for Australian investors

ISS
Australia’s Modern Slavery Act 2018 (MSA) was intended to create a race to the top among Australian companies in addressing modern slavery disclosure. The response from corporate Australia is lagging, however. This research on disclosures under the MSA identifies three key gaps in S&P/ASX 300 modern slavery reporting and performance.
Research
3 February 2022

Responsible sourcing: The business case for protecting land and environmental defenders and indigenous communities' rights to land and resources

Global Witness
This reports presents a business case for companies, particularly those with agricultural, timber and mineral supply chains, to take action on protecting and promoting rights of land and environmental defenders (LEDs). It also provides practical steps businesses can take to protect and promote these defenders’ rights.
Research
28 April 2020

TRIBE Freedom Foundation

Issue Focused NGOs & Think Tanks
TRIBE Foundation was established by ordinary citizens, forming the TRIBE community, who wanted to contribute to ending human trafficking. Based in the United Kingdom, this registered charity raises funds and runs activities to raise public awareness, support survivors and prevent modern slavery.
Organisation
1 research item

BankTrack

Finance / Corporate Focused NGOs & Think Tanks
BankTrack is an international tracking, campaigning and civil support organisation (CSO) targeting private sector commercial banks and their financing activities. They are an integral part of the global community of CSOs focused on the financial sector as a whole (multilateral/national development banks, export credit agencies, private and institutional investors).
Organisation
3 research items

UK Independent Anti-Slavery Commissioner

Government Organisations & Departments
Established by the Modern Slavery Act 2015, the role of the UK Independent Anti-Slavery Commissioner is to inform best practice and encourage prudence in the prevention, detection, and prosecution of slavery and human trafficking offences, as well as in the identification potential of victims. The Commissioner is accountable through a strategic plan and annual reports which provides an overview of the achievement of their objectives and targets.

Organisation
1 research item

Beyond compliance in the finance sector: A review of statements produced by asset managers under the UK Modern Slavery Act

Walk Free
This report emphasises that investors should recognise their leverage towards addressing modern slavery risks in their financial activities, including investment portfolios and their supply chains. The report is part of a wider supply chain transparency project to advocate for Modern Slavery Acts globally, by engaging governments and partnering with businesses.
Research
18 March 2021

Global Canopy

Issue Focused NGOs & Think Tanks
Global Canopy is a not-for-profit organisation aiming to support transparency and reporting standards enforced in global supply chains and industries. Using quantitative evidence, Global Canopy supports sustainable finance by developing portfolios and reports based on environmental data initiatives in partnerships with research institutions for governments and financial institutions worldwide.
Organisation
12 research items

Australasian Centre for Corporate Responsibility

Finance / Corporate Focused NGOs & Think Tanks
Australasian Centre for Corporate Responsibility (ACCR) is a research and shareholder advocacy organisation. ACCR focuses on engaging with investors on how listed companies, industry associations, and other entities are managing climate, labour, human rights and governance issues. ACCR is philanthropically funded, not-for-profit, and independent.

Organisation
1 research item

Walk Free

Issue Focused NGOs & Think Tanks
Walk Free is an international human rights group focussed on the eradication of modern slavery, in all its forms, in our lifetime. Their international team, ranges from statisticians, criminologists, lawyers, and international development experts, working to create and agitate for mass systems change, to address the root causes of slavery.
Organisation
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