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Preparing for the EU Omnibus Update: What Companies Should Know
02.03.25 •
On January 29, the European Commission released its Competitiveness Compass, outlining a…

Executive Orders and Evolving Environmental Implications: What Companies Should Know
01.24.25 •
Recent executive actions during week one of the Trump presidency set the…

Sustainability Trends for Private Markets to Watch in 2025
01.14.25 •
Private market focus on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations has continued…

Four Essential Tips To Optimize ESG Reporting Processes
01.08.25 •
With the 2025 reporting season underway, ESG data collection and regulatory compliance…

Mark Your Calendars: Key Sustainability Reporting Deadlines for 2025
12.18.24 •
This year, the world continued to pivot toward greater corporate transparency and…

Overcoming ESG Reporting Challenges in Private Markets
12.09.24 •
Despite advancements in ESG reporting, complex data challenges persist. To truly make…

The Australian Sustainability Reporting Standards: What Companies Need to Know
11.25.24 •
On September 9th, Australia’s House of Representatives voted to pass the Treasury…

Takeaways from EDCI’s Updated Guidance for 2025
11.14.24 •
On October 31st, 2024, the ESG Data Convergence Initiative (EDCI) released updated…

ESG Due Diligence: Streamlining Scoring with Novata
10.30.24 •
For many private market firms, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) data is…

Can COP16 Turn the Tide on Ocean Management?
10.29.24 •
The world’s oceans are at a critical juncture. Ground breaking research shows…

ESG Regulatory Update: What’s New and What’s Ahead
10.23.24 •
In 2024, environmental, social, and governance matters have continued to amass headlines…

Building Responsible AI Practices in the Venture Capital Industry
10.21.24 •
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to shape industries, investors must ensure that…

ISSB vs. TCFD: What Sets Them Apart
10.02.24 •
With the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) winding down, organizations…

Need to Comply with ESG Regulations? Here are Four Important Things to Know
09.25.24 •
This year has been a pivotal year for ESG regulations. Companies are…

ESRS G1: Business Conduct at a Glance
08.27.24 •
The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) was passed with the aim of…
Novata Regulations Simplified

Overview: The Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) 
08.21.24 •
One of the world’s most anticipated regulations, the European Union’s Corporate Sustainability…

What Do the Novata Benchmarks Tell Private Market Investors and Companies?
08.20.24 •
To truly understand a company’s performance, investors, executives, and stakeholders must look…

How Normalized Benchmarks Drive Investor Confidence
08.12.24 •
Benchmarks are a critical tool for investors to understand sustainability performance across…

ESRS S1: Own Workforce at a Glance [Infographic]
07.31.24 •
With the introduction of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), organizations now…

Carbon Accounting Challenges and Opportunities in Private Markets
07.30.24 •
With urgent climate change action at the forefront of global sustainability efforts,…

The Impact of ISSB Standards Across APAC
07.16.24 •
In early 2023, the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) released its two-part…
Novata CSRD Checklist: 7 Simple Steps. Graphic of two tablets with the CSRD checklist on the screen against a teal background.

How to Prepare for the CSRD: A Comprehensive Checklist
07.08.24 •
The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) aims to give companies clear guidelines…

Aligning with SBTi: Applications for GPs and Private Companies
07.01.24 •
The Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) is considered the gold standard for…
ESG_VC and Novata

Shaping the Future of Startups: Q&A with Henry Philipson on the ESG_VC Framework
06.27.24 •
Novata sat down with Henry Philipson, President of ESG_VC, to delve into…

ESRS E1: Climate Change at a Glance [Infographic]
06.20.24 •
The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive expands the scope of the Non-Financial Reporting…

Getting Started with the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi)
06.11.24 •
The Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) has quickly become a trending topic…

A Starter’s Guide to Building a Carbon Inventory 
06.06.24 •
Measuring carbon emissions for the first time can be intimidating. There is…
Novata CSRD Simplified

ESRS Data Points: What Are They and How Do They Relate to the CSRD?
06.04.24 •
The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) is the first piece of legislation…

Five Best Practices to Ensure ESG Compliance
06.03.24 •
What started as a largely voluntary box-ticking exercise has shifted into a…
Novata: Regulations Simplified

Regulatory Update: UK SDR Anti-Greenwashing Rule
05.31.24 •
On November 28th, 2023, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) published the final…
Novata CSRD Simplified

Understanding the Global Impact of the CSRD
05.28.24 •
The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) is a legislative framework adopted by…
Novata Key Takeaways: 5 Ways GPs Can Align with LP Expectations on ESG Strategy

Key Takeaways: 5 Ways GPs Can Align with LP Expectations on ESG Strategy
05.24.24 •
Demand for ESG adoption in private equity has gained significant traction, in…

CSRD Reporting: Understanding Double Materiality
05.23.24 •
Double materiality is the process of determining the significant impacts a company…

CSRD Unpacked: Enforcement, Compliance, and Penalties
05.10.24 •
The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) has paved the way for a…
Novata Regulations Simplified

Regulatory Overview: Sustainability-Related APAC Regulations
05.07.24 •
Over the past few years, we have seen rapid development toward a…
Novata Q&A with Hellman & Friedman's Zomo Fisher on Bridging the GP-LP Gap

Listen: Bridging the GP-LP Gap with H&F’s Zomo Fisher
05.02.24 •
With GPs receiving increasing LP requests for ESG data, how can they…

Five Regulations Shaping ESG Reporting for US Investors
04.18.24 •
There is a rising focus on ESG regulations in the US market,…

Unlocking Accountability: Takeaways from Novata’s Carbon and Regulation Event
04.11.24 •
This month, I had the pleasure of bringing together some of Novata’s…
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Three Ways GPs Can Leverage ESG Data From Portfolio Companies
04.10.24 •
On a firm’s sustainability journey, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) data is…

Navigating Greenwashing Perspectives and Mitigation Strategies
04.05.24 •
Navigating environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations can be challenging for investors.…

The Five Types of Greenwashing
03.20.24 •
As environmental, social, and governance (ESG) obligations and demand for transparency have…

Financed Emissions: Navigating the Basics for Investors
03.14.24 •
In the landscape of carbon measurement, financed emissions stand out as the…

Carbon Data Assurance: What Investors Need to Know
03.12.24 •
Most companies measure and report carbon emissions voluntarily because of pressure from…

The Impact of the SEC’s Climate Disclosure Rule on the Private Markets
03.11.24 •
The approval of the Climate Disclosure Rule by the United States Securities…

Seven Factors to Consider When Choosing an ESG Data Software
03.07.24 •
The surge in increasingly complex, prescriptive, and sometimes conflicting ESG-related regulations has…
Novata CA Regulations Simplified

Regulatory Overview: California’s SB 54 for Venture Capital
03.01.24 •
March 1, 2024, marks one year until California’s SB 54 legislation takes…
Novata CSRD Simplified

Reporting Readiness: How the CSRD Aligns with Existing ESG Disclosures
02.29.24 •
In preparing for the European Union’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), companies…

What US Investors Should Know About ESG Regulations
02.28.24 •
The European regulatory landscape has been a key driver of ESG adoption…

Embracing the Future: Insights from Novata’s Inaugural Climate Network Event
02.27.24 •
Novata hosted its inaugural Climate Network event in London on February 20th,…
Novata CSRD Simplified

Three Considerations for Preparing for CSRD Compliance
02.26.24 •
The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) is one of the most in-depth…

5 Trending ESG Topics Shaping the Private Markets
02.08.24 •
The ESG landscape is ever shifting, and 2024 is proving to be…
Novata SFDR Simplified

The Essential Checklist for Successful Principal Adverse Impact (PAI) Reporting 
01.31.24 •
The principal adverse impact (PAI) statement is a critical disclosure for firms…
Novata Q&A with Mark Fischel, Carbon Product Lead at Novata. Simplifying the Carbon Journey

Simplifying the Carbon Journey: Q&A on Novata’s New Carbon Navigator
01.18.24 •
Measuring greenhouse gas emissions (“GHG” or “carbon” emissions) is rapidly progressing from…

The Business Case for Measuring Carbon Emissions
01.11.24 •
Getting to grips with carbon is becoming increasingly business-critical for companies across…

Navigating ESG Regulations: UK’s SDR vs EU’s SFDR
12.21.23 •
Over the past few years, there has been an increase in stakeholders…

What Are Scopes 1, 2, and 3 Carbon Emissions?
12.20.23 •
In the world of greenhouse gas (GHG) measurement and accounting, the terms…

Connecting the Dots of European ESG Regulations
12.15.23 •
The European ESG regulatory landscape has been pivotal in setting up disclosure…

The Private Markets’ Role in Advancing the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals 
12.12.23 •
2023 marked the midpoint for achieving the 2030 UN Sustainable Development Goals…
Novata Webinar Key Takeaways: Best Practices for Accelerating Your ESG Strategy

Key Takeaways: Accelerating an ESG Strategy in Private Equity
12.08.23 •
Leading private equity firms are recognizing how ESG considerations are a powerful…

Walking a Tightrope: Striking a Balance Between Proprietary Metrics and ESG Standards
11.16.23 •
In today’s corporate world, companies are under increasing pressure to demonstrate their…

Developing a Responsible Generative AI Policy
11.14.23 •
Recent advances in artificial intelligence (AI) and the proliferation of generative AI…

Closing the Gap on Gender Diversity in Private Markets
11.08.23 •
Research shows that prioritizing gender equity can improve profitability, improve employee retention,…

Understanding SFDR Mandatory and Additional PAI Indicators
11.07.23 •
A cornerstone of Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) reporting is the principal…

The ESG Data Convergence Initiative Introduces Three New Metrics
10.31.23 •
The ESG Data Convergence Initiative (EDCI) recently announced three new additions to…

Looking Ahead: An SFDR Forecast for 2024 and Beyond
10.27.23 •
The Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation’s (SFDR) second disclosure period is on the…

How Private Markets Can Lead the Charge on DEI
10.16.23 •
At the end of September, Novata hosted the Women & Diversity in…
Novata SFDR Simplified

SFDR Reporting Requirements: What’s Actually Needed from a Private Equity Perspective
09.28.23 •
The road to understanding and complying with the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation…

Simplifying Impact Measurement for Investors
08.25.23 •
Impact investing has traditionally been an avenue for private market investors to…

Key Differences Between ESG and Impact Investing
08.16.23 •
Private markets have the capacity to improve societal outcomes, advance social equity,…
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ESG Reporting in Europe: Aligning on the Metrics that Matter
08.07.23 •
In European markets, investor demand and emerging regulations [such as the recently…

What Is ESG Benchmarking?
07.31.23 •
In private markets, the ability to analyze ESG data is critical for…

Reflections from a B Keeper: Novata’s B Corp Certification Journey
07.25.23 •
This month, Novata announced our B Corp Certification. As Head of Partnerships…

Two Years of Novata: A Note from Our CEO
07.21.23 •
As we celebrate Novata’s two-year anniversary, I would like to thank our…

What ISSB’s New Sustainability Standards Mean for Private Markets
06.30.23 •
Earlier this week, the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) released its inaugural…

Behind Novata’s ESG Benchmarks: Q&A with Novata’s Head of Data Science
06.21.23 •
In a traditionally opaque reporting landscape, ESG benchmarks are an essential tool…

Novata Benchmarks in Action: ESG Policy Trends from Private Markets
06.15.23 •
Novata’s recent benchmarks release provides essential insight into the metrics that matter…

Set New Standards for ESG Performance with Novata Benchmarks
06.12.23 •
As a public benefit corporation, Novata is committed to making it simple…

Leveraging Technology to Simplify Carbon Accounting in Private Markets
06.07.23 •
Carbon considerations have become an essential component of ESG reporting amid rising…

Novata’s Approach to Sustainable UI Design
06.01.23 •
As a company that provides an ESG reporting tool, sustainable design practices…

Driving ESG Performance through Effective Portfolio Engagement
05.31.23 •
In a recent Adams Street Partners study, 93% of limited partners (LPs)…

Turning Target 15 into Private Market Action on Biodiversity
05.22.23 •
This article is the third in a three-part series on addressing biodiversity…

Key Takeaways: Analyzing ESG Data to Understand Performance
05.16.23 •
Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations are quickly becoming a non-negotiable component…

How to Create Value with ESG Data
05.01.23 •
As general partners (GPs) wrap up the ESG data collection process with…

Q&A: Assurance for the Private Markets 
04.27.23 •
To provide assurance on company reporting is to provide an independent conclusion…

Why Context Is Key for Understanding ESG Performance
04.21.23 •
According to a 2021 EY study, 72% of private equity executives said…

One Year of the Novata Platform: Advancing the Metrics that Matter
04.19.23 •
It’s been a busy year since we launched the Novata platform: 60…

The Role of Data in Avoiding Greenwashing Claims
04.13.23 •
In a recent analysis of ESG risk incidents, data science firm RepRisk…

I’ve Collected My ESG Data. Now What?
04.06.23 •
Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations are increasingly informing how investors make…

Target 15 of the Global Biodiversity Framework: Key Takeaways for the Private Sector
03.29.23 •
In 2015, the Paris Agreement set a clear pathway for the global…

Carbon accounting seems really complex. It doesn’t have to be.
03.22.23 •
As the world moves toward decarbonization targets, investors are increasingly paying attention…

Breaking Down the Principal Adverse Impacts Under SFDR
03.16.23 •
The Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) reporting season is now in full…

Why GPs Should Care About Pay Equity Within Their Portfolio
03.14.23 •
Today–Tuesday, March 14th–is Equal Pay Day, which marks how far into the…

Sustainable from the Start: Recapping Novata’s Journey
03.09.23 •
The process of building a startup inherently requires an effective allocation (and…
Novata SFDR Simplified

Four Considerations for Preparing for SFDR
03.07.23 •
As regulators increase efforts to validate sustainability claims in financial markets, the…

A Note from Novata’s CEO on Series B Funding
02.28.23 •
Today we announced Novata has completed its Series B funding round, raising…

Three Areas to Track to Measure Progress on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
02.16.23 •
Despite the rise in corporate commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI),…

Why Biodiversity Loss Demands a Seat at the Table
02.02.23 •
In 2022, the World Economic Forum ranked biodiversity loss as one of…

Increasing ESG data transparency in private markets
01.30.23 •
Private market interest in ESG is on the rise, but concerns around…

Moving Forward on Climate Change: COP27 Reflections with Novata ESG Advisory Council Member, Gonzalo Muñoz
01.27.23 •
More than ever, action on climate change needs to be a top…

Four Tactics for Building the Business Case for ESG
01.24.23 •
Rising demand for ESG data continues to push these environmental, social, and…

Novata’s ESG Trends to Watch for 2023
01.10.23 •
In 2022, many private market participants developed a strategy to meet the…

Novata’s Take: Four Lessons on ESG in 2022
12.28.22 •
From changing regulations to rising backlash, 2022 has been a tumultuous year…

Novata’s Journey Towards Alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Q&A with Advisory Council Member John McArthur
12.02.22 •
Since our work began over a year ago, Novata has been focused…

Why Private Markets Should Prioritize ESG
12.02.22 •
In private markets, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations have evolved from…

Aligning on ESG Reporting: Insights from the 2022 ILPA Summit
11.16.22 •
ESG has quickly become a critical tool for investors to manage risks…

Identifying the ESG Metrics that Matter for Your Private Equity Firm
11.15.22 •
It’s often said that what gets measured gets improved, and the sentiment…

Crafting an ESG Policy for Your Private Equity Firm? Here’s Where to Begin
11.01.22 •
Novata recently hosted a webinar on the topic “How to Build an…

ESG Trends in Private Markets: Lessons from Fall 2022 Industry Events
10.26.22 •
This past September, Novata joined hundreds of limited partners (LPs), general partners…

4 Considerations for Building an ESG Strategy for Private Equity
10.17.22 •
Driven by rising scrutiny from regulators, investors, and other stakeholders, private equity…

Using ESG to Assess Risks and Value Creation in Private Markets
09.27.22 •
In private markets, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations are increasingly influential…

How Regulatory Changes Are Driving ESG Disclosures in Private Markets
09.22.22 •
Regulators across the globe have been increasingly mandating ESG disclosures for publicly…

3 Reasons You Should Be Developing Your ESG Strategy Now
09.07.22 •
Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues have become key considerations for private…

Novata Q&A with Advisory Council Member Ben Meng: ESG Regulation in Asian Private Markets
08.23.22 •
While we can agree on overarching concepts common to all regions, ESG…

The World Is on Fire. Here Are Four Metrics to Track Impact On Climate Change
08.17.22 •
Record-breaking heat this summer is sounding the alarm on the urgent need…

Looking Back on Year 1 of Novata: Building the Team, Core Products, and Strategy to Contribute to a More Inclusive Capitalism
07.14.22 •
Since day one – one year ago – the Novata team has…

In Response to the SEC’s Proposed Climate Rule, Novata Supports Standardization of Data to Ensure a Sustainable Future for Business and the Planet
07.12.22 •
This spring, the SEC proposed a new rule that would require publicly…

Racial Diversity on Private Company Boards: A Novata Q&A with Advisory Council Member Linda Hill
06.21.22 •
Key events from 2020 have brought racial inequality to the forefront across…

Water Management and Why It Matters – Part I
06.13.22 •
For this series of articles on water management, Novata spoke with Gonzalo…

Addressing ESG Data Gaps & Transparency: Notes from the Sustainable1 Summit in Paris
05.31.22 •
In May, I represented Novata at the Sustainable1 Conference in Paris. The…

You’re Already Doing ESG: Here’s How to Make It Official
05.03.22 •
Are you new to the term “ESG”, wondering what it is, and…

Empowering Private Companies to Act Following the SEC Climate Disclosure Proposal
04.19.22 •
The SEC recently issued a new proposal to add standardized climate reporting…

4 Ways to Advance DEI in Private Markets
04.01.22 •
In March 2022, Novata’s Chief Impact Officer and Head of ESG Lorraine…

Women’s History Month: How to Support Women During the Transition Back to Office
03.29.22 •
Over the past two years, the COVID-19 pandemic has brought with it…

Breaking Down the Climate Disclosure Ecosystem
03.15.22 •
In recent years, the mounting urgency of climate change has called for…

The Three Things that will Drive ESG Success in Private Markets
02.22.22 •
2022 has started as a year marked by great uncertainty. Geopolitics is…

Trending Topics in ESG: The Great Resignation
02.22.22 •
Driven in large part by the COVID-19 pandemic, twenty million people in…

Trending Topics in ESG: Carbon Neutrality
02.22.22 •
Reducing greenhouse gas emissions is a vital tool in combating climate change.…

The Novata Commitment
02.22.22 •
Our goal is to help avoid fragmentation of ESG standards and better…
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