The importance of developing sustainability reporting standards for the public sector
Demystifying Emissions Reporting
IFAC collaboration includes greenhouse gas reporting guidance
As mandatory disclosure requirements become the norm for global organisations, the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) and other entities have collaborated to release new guidance for delivering robust greenhouse gas (GHG) reporting.
Green accountancy guide launched to aid 'investor-grade' greenhouse gas reporting
Reporting guide from accountancy bodies and We Mean Business comes amid tightening mandatory climate risk reporting rules worldwide
IPSASB works on public sector standards on climate
The International Public Sector Accounting Standards Board has been developing accounting standards and guidance for public sector entities since 1986 and now it's turning its attention to climate reporting.
The state of scholarly research — the college world
The shortage of accountants has become a major concern for universities and companies alike, which have dedicated various resources and initiatives to raise awareness about the profession among college and high school students. Article includes interviews with Helen Partridge, IFAC CFO and Director...
Five Steps of Corruption Reduction
Management accountants can help to clean up corruption via education, partnerships, standards, and global policy frameworks.
Anti-corruption is the missing SDG
As a key to global sustainable development, anti-corruption should not be buried as a subaction under SDG 16, Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions. It should be the 18th SDG.
IFAC Releases Report on Corporate Emissions
The International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) released a report in November 2022 that focused on corporate emissions reduction reporting and found that inconsistency and incomparability of target disclosures may pose challenges for investors, regulators, and other stakeholders who require...
IFAC Urges Cooperation Among G20 Leaders
The International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) issued 2022 G20 Call to Action in November 2022, urging global cooperation among G20 leaders on issues such as sustainability, the need for strong public financial management, and the fight against corruption.