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Board Series: Trump 2.0 tariffs and preparedness for Industrial companies

As President-elect Donald Trump prepares for his second term, industrial and materials companies will face significant challenges and opportunities stemming from his aggressive trade policies. Boards must anticipate potential changes to tariffs and trade strategies and plan accordingly to navigate these shifts.

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Navigating corporate climate action under a second Trump administration – 7 focal points for business leaders

At Telesto, we remain committed to developing cost-effective sustainability solutions and supporting our partners to achieve Paris-aligned climate goals. Regardless of the U.S.’s domestic policy, we see a future of expanded global regulation, propagation of consensus-based voluntary standards, and intensified state-level action that will keep U.S. companies moving towards a greener future.

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North American Trade Policy – Considerations for Industrials

While 2020 is often remembered for the COVID-19 pandemic and the U.S. presidential election, another significant change was taking place in North America that hasn’t received sufficient board-level attention. On July 1, 2020, the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) was replaced by the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement, impacting nearly every Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) company in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.

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Boards Series: Emerging embedded palm oil and deforestation policies – what board members need to know

Given the centrality of palm oil to CPG product development and production, board directors will have to understand the current operational, greenwashing risks to their sourcing of the critical raw material. Moreover, board members will have to guide companies on EUDR (European Union Deforestation Regulation), which looks to increase due diligence and reporting on deforestation-free products.

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Board Series: Ongoing data wars: A CPG board of director’s risks to data oversight

Data privacy has become a critical issue in the boardroom, especially within the CPG sector. While awareness varies across industries, recent high-profile data breaches and privacy scandals have heightened board-level attention to these matters.

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Board Series: What should boards consider as voluntary vs non-voluntary disclosures for ESG?

Reporting plays a pivotal role in building trust, driving consumer and investor decisions, and securing long-term business viability. Boards must strategically navigate voluntary versus non-voluntary disclosures, not only to meet current regulatory demands but also to anticipate and shape future standards, turning ESG efforts into a competitive advantage.

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Adapting to new trade realities: The impact of USMCA on CPG company board’s priorities

While 2020 is often remembered for the COVID-19 pandemic and the U.S. presidential election, another significant change was taking place in North America that hasn’t received sufficient board-level attention. On July 1, 2020, the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) was replaced by the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement, impacting nearly every Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) company in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.

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Preparing for climate litigation: What board members need to know

As climate and ESG litigation cases multiply globally and new legislative frameworks drive regulatory pressure, businesses face increasing scrutiny. This article explores how corporate boards must navigate this dynamic landscape to anticipate emerging risks and adapt their strategies accordingly.

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Making sense of corporate sustainability and ESG’s history: A primer for board members

While ESG has grown in prominence in recent years, its historical roots extend back decades. This articles explores its history and key milestones in an effort to equip leaders with the foundational understanding to competently manage ESG in their businesses.​

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Climate risk is business risk: How leaders can prepare for a changing world

With climate change accelerating faster than ever, business leaders are facing a new reality: weathering the storm of climate-driven hazards that could impact every facet of operation. To navigate this volatile landscape, leaders must identify potential climate risks specific to their operations and develop comprehensive roadmaps to safeguard their businesses against these threats.

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