Tag Archives: Human Rights

Business in Uncertain Times – Key Takeaways From a Lively Session

Ksapa attended an event “Responsible Business in Uncertain Times: Strengthening Corporate Leadership amidst Global Conflicts”, held by IHRB. Key takeaways.

What to Learn From SBTN Initial Target Validation Pilot?

The Science Based Targets Network’s (SBTN) Initial Target Validation Pilot Summary Report (2024) provides key insights into the pilot phase of validating corporate science-based targets (SBTs) for nature, focusing on land and freshwater. The pilot shows ultimately that too much efforts are invested in top down approaches whereas what’s on the ground is already quite clear.

Brewing a Better Future for Coffee Farmers

Coffee is more than just a beverage; with over 2.25 billion cups of coffee consumed daily, it is one of the most widely consumed drinks in the world and one of the most traded agricultural commodities. The largest coffee-producing nations—Brazil, Vietnam, and Colombia—are responsible for 63% of the global supply, while major consumers such as the European Union and the United States dominate the market.

Learnings Building Effective Landscape Approach Programs

A landscape approach for business is a strategic framework that aims to balance environmental, social, and economic objectives, recognizing that business activities are interconnected with the broader ecological and social systems in which they operate. Learning from our experience and programs at Ksapa, here are the key elements and benefits of a landscape approach for business

Due Diligence Building Robust Carbon Sequestration Projects

The development of GHG programs sequestrating carbon across agricultural value chains comes with environmental and human right related risks to be properly understood. Ksapa is able to produce robust due diligence first. And Ksapa deploys robust sequestration programs second. That all goes hand in hand and here is how it works.

Does the CS3D add to companies’ administrative burden?

The administrative burden is an argument often put forward by companies and MEPs as a reason not to promote CS3D. Is this true?

Sustainable Cocoa Cultivation: Securing a Fair Future for Farmers

Cocoa is the main component of a vast industry with far-reaching repercussions on a global scale. While many of us love chocolate for its taste, cocoa has a less sweet side that poses serious problems. The cultivation and production processes are linked to complex challenges covering social, environmental and economic dimensions. Challenges, analysis and new solutions.

What Actions Should Businesses and Organizations Take to Advance Human Rights in Their Operations in 2024

Insights and suggestions on how to ensure business adopt a robust human rights lens in understanding, addressing and mitigating social issues