This report outlines the necessity of capacity building to enhance transparency in the Paris Agreement. The report uses 13 case studies to highlight challenges in implementing transparency requirements and six lessons for effective capacity building. International initiatives and support programs are discussed to inform the construction of transparent and sustainable climate governance.

This discussion draft proposes a list of "signals of seriousness" that could inform administrative assessments of companies' HRDD efforts under potential EU legislation. The document provides comprehensive guidance on human rights and environmental due diligence and highlights key features of HRDD practices, offering critical insights to regulators seeking to enforce the proposed legislation.

Taskforce on Social Factors is an organisation dedicated to addressing societal issues affecting various sectors. The Taskforce aims to raise awareness and develop a common understanding of social risks and opportunities which can be addressed by pensions scheme trustees, industry and policymakers.

Equity Generation Lawyers, specialists in Australian climate change law, blend expertise in climate change risk with innovative legal action of international reach. Their profound understanding of climate science, policy, and regulation positions them as experts in assessing the impacts of climate change on investors, governments, people, and the environment.

Modern Slavery PEC is a leading organisation combating modern slavery, providing insights, research, and tools to address this global issue. Visit modernslaverypec.org for resources on prevention, research findings, and collaborative efforts to eradicate modern slavery through informed policies and actions.

This report advocates for creating a high-level, G20 framework using a set of principles for the introduction and management of big data and AI in the workplace. The paper identifies main issues and suggests two paths towards adoption.

This report provides 10 principles for ethical artificial intelligence. From transparency in decision-making to ensuring a just transition and support for fundamental freedoms and rights, the report aims to empower workers and maintain a healthy balance of power in the workplace.

The Japanese Society for Artificial Intelligence has released ethical guidelines that aims to protect basic human rights and promote the peace, welfare, and public interest of humanity. The eight guidelines include: contributing to humanity, abiding by laws and regulations, respecting others' privacy, being fair, maintaining security, acting with integrity, being accountable and socially responsible, and communicating with society and self-development.

AI offers great positive impacts and risks. This report helps to understand the risks associated with developing and using AI tech. Scoping exercise identifies opportunities and threats across sectors. Six core ESG considerations including trust and security, data privacy, and sentience are evaluated for potential impact.

This report examines the impact of digital technology and artificial intelligence on human rights in Europe and Central Asia, with a particular focus on the use of data protection and legislative frameworks. It provides an overview of the relevant international and regional initiatives, and analyses the applicable legal, regulatory, and institutional frameworks.

This report explores technology tools available to human right defenders for collecting, managing, analysing, communicating and archiving data. HRDs should prioritise simplicity, familiarity, and ease of use when choosing a tool, and be mindful of potential security risks. Strategic partnerships and obtaining second opinions can also aid decision making.

This document provides model clauses for due diligence arrangements and funding agreements related to eSafety for startups. It includes pre-conditions for funding agreements, covering policies, staffing, training, and external communication. Additionally, the document urges startups to complete the eSafety assessment tool and implement safety by design measures.

This briefing highlights the potential human rights impact of technological advancements and the responsibility of institutional investors to mitigate these risks. Based on the UN Guiding Principles, investors should implement human rights policies, assess risks and divest from companies with inadequate human rights practices.

This report outlines a framework for responsible development of artificial intelligence. It provides principles that should guide ethical use of AI for the well-being of sentient beings, respect for autonomy, protection of privacy and intimacy, solidarity, democratic participation, equity, diversity inclusion, caution, responsibility, and sustainable development.

This tool outlines strategies for investors to assess technology companies’ responsibility to respect human rights. It includes questions addressing engagement on specific business model features that may create human rights risks and an evaluation framework to assess company responses.

This report provides sector-wide risk assessment on privacy and data protection in the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) industry. It includes international standards and salient issues to consider when engaging with ICT companies, the "business case" for privacy and data protection, and investor guidance for engaging ICT companies.