News and Commentary
10 posts
Original thinking on what’s happening now in democracy and capitalism.
January 15, 2024
The Peruvian mining city of Cerro de Pasco is highly polluted. The government and mining companies need to urgently deliver a restoration plan to address chronic health and environmental problems.
December 19, 2023
The Global Coalition for the Recognition of the Human Right to a Clean, Healthy, and Sustainable Environment has been honored with the prestigious 2023 United Nations Human Rights Prize.
November 14, 2023
European policy makers have recently made milestone decisions about the control of vehicles’ pollution. Industry influence appears to be weakening protections that would benefit citizens.
November 8, 2023
Francesco Zirpoli
Rebalance team member Francesco Zirpoli interviewed for RAI TV current affairs program Presa Diretta.
July 20, 2023
Recent EU progress towards effective mandatory human rights due diligence (HRDD) is still putting processes over outcomes. But the news is not all bad.
June 30, 2023
Ukraine will need huge international support in its recovery following the Russian invasion. Responsible business conduct must be central to the reconstruction effort.
May 9, 2023
Democratic erosion in Turkey has led to economic decline. Ahead of the May 14 election, Turkish business leaders have an opportunity to speak out to uphold democratic values.
May 4, 2023
Many companies will resist new EU regulations making them legally accountable for their environmental and human rights impacts overseas, but others may actually welcome them.