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Explore OBATA’s Sustainability Reporting Resource Library — a curated hub of practical guides, frameworks, and design insights for ESG and sustainability communicators. Learn how to transform data and disclosure into stories that inspire trust and demonstrate impact.

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The Future of ESG Ratings: Can We Trust Sustainability Scores?

While ESG ratings are a crucial tool for investors, inconsistencies in methodology, data limitations, and a focus on financial risk over real-world impact have eroded stakeholder trust. New regulatory oversight and technological advancements offer a path toward more credible, reliable scores.

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EU Taxonomy: How Companies Are Adapting to Green Classification Rules

How do you operationalize a complex, principles-based regulation like the EU Taxonomy and integrate it into your financial and reporting structures? This guide provides a clear, four-step path to generating audit-ready KPIs and securing competitive financing.

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Integrating Water & Biodiversity Risks into ESG Strategy

Current ESG reporting often focuses narrowly on carbon emissions. True resilience requires integrating water scarcity, biodiversity loss, and natural disaster mitigation into your core strategy for long-term stability and value.

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California SB 253 and SB 261: Are You Ready?

The first filing deadlines for California’s landmark climate-disclosure laws, SB 253 (Emissions) and SB 261 (Risk), arrive in January 2026. Get a clear roadmap on required deliverables, key dates, and enforcement expectations.

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