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The California Air Resources Board (CARB) released draft regulations on December 9, 2025, as part of its initial rulemaking to implement California’s corporate climate disclosure laws, SB 253 (greenhouse gas emissions reporting) and SB 261 (climate-related financial risk reporting).
Read MoreCARB has released proposed updates on first-year reporting requirements under SB 253 for Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions during the November 18 workshop.
Read MoreAs of November 18, 2025, a U.S. appeals court has temporarily frozen (halted the implementation of) California Senate Bill (SB) 261, the Climate-Related Financial Risk Act.
Read MoreOn November 10, the US Chamber of Commerce and several state Chambers filed an emergency application with the US Supreme Court for an injunction.
Read MoreThe Omnibus package, voted on by the European Parliament on November 13, 2025, makes significant changes to EU sustainability regulations, including the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), the Taxonomy Regulation, and the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM).
Read MoreAs the EU finalizes the Omnibus amendments to the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), significant debates remain over company scope, assurance requirements, and the inclusion of Climate Transition Plans. The next Parliament vote is scheduled for November 14, 2025. Learn what these pending changes could mean for your organization’s reporting strategy, materiality assessments, and disclosure obligations.
Read MoreThe California Air Resources Board (CARB) did not issue its expected proposed rulemaking package on October 14, but the agency has since clarified that it plans to bring the initial rulemaking to the Board in Q1 2026. This timing adjustment does not affect statutory reporting deadlines.
Read MoreThe California Air Resources Board (CARB) has released a draft Excel reporting template and accompanying guidance memo to support companies preparing for compliance with SB-253, California’s new corporate climate disclosure law.
Read MoreCARB has released a preliminary list of 4,160 companies potentially subject to California’s SB 253 and SB 261 climate disclosure laws. KERAMIDA breaks down what this means, highlights key considerations, and provides links to the draft list and stakeholder survey.
Read MoreCalifornia’s climate disclosure landscape is evolving rapidly. On July 9, 2025, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) released a Frequently Asked Questions document that reinforced why companies can’t afford to wait to prepare.
Read MoreThe Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) is removing "emergency" affirmative defense provisions from air permits as required by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Read MoreEFRAG has released a Progress Report outlining proposed revisions to the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) that aim to reduce the reporting burden on companies while preserving the integrity of disclosures.
Read MoreThe EPA has extended the comment period for the proposed Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) by 45 days, now closing on May 19, 2025.
Read MoreThe SEC has officially withdrawn its defense of the climate disclosure rules adopted in March 2024, citing concerns over cost and regulatory overreach. This decision follows ongoing legal challenges and signals a shift in the Commission’s stance on climate-related financial disclosures.
Read MoreThe California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) has officially moved the electronic Verification Questionnaire (eVQ) filing deadline from October 1 to March 31, starting this year.
Read MoreThe Canadian Sustainability Standards Board (CSSB) has released the finalized Canadian Sustainability Disclosure Standards (CSDSs), aligning with global ISSB standards while incorporating adjustments for the Canadian context.
Read MoreThe U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is requesting public comment on the proposed 2026 National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) for stormwater discharges associated with industrial activity.
Read MoreThe International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board (IAASB) has released the finalized Assurance Standard for Sustainability Reporting, ISSA 5000.
Read MoreOn November 5, 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a decision leaving in place a rule, issued by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in May 2024, which requires reductions of Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions by power plants.
Read MoreA new, Net-Zero standard for carbon emissions will be published by the end of 2025 by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), the global authority for organizational management, manufacturing quality, and technology standards.
Read MoreKERAMIDA is a global, multidisciplinary Sustainability and EHS consulting firm grounded in evidence-based research and development. Founded in 1988 by Dr. Vicky Keramida, our engineers, scientists, CPAs, and economists advise financial institutions, industry, businesses, and governments worldwide on strategy, implementation, compliance, reporting, training, community engagement, and assurance. With offices and professionals based throughout the U.S., we provide comprehensive environmental compliance, health & safety, sustainability & ESG services for clients worldwide.
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