Accounting solutions provider Xero has set its net-zero climate targets for Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions.

A recent study found that when municipal governments are assigned a random auditor, versus one they appoint themselves, financial performance improves.

While much of our focus is on accounting technology specifically, the profession can be affected by technology from anywhere, and likely will in the future.

The Association of International Certified Professional Accountants rolled out an environmental, social and governance training program for accountants.

Corporate emissions reduction reporting is full of inconsistencies, and the lack of comparability of target disclosures continues to create challenges.

The Carbon Disclosure Project plans to incorporate the International Sustainability Standards Board's upcoming climate-related disclosure standards in its platform.

The goal is to sniff out "dishonest climate accounting and other actions designed to circumvent the need for deep decarbonization."

As the United Nations convenes its COP27 climate change conference in Egypt, accountants are preparing for the advent of international sustainability standards.

Firms often use questionable accounting techniques to support their emissions claims.

The foundation has named all the members of its new Integrated Reporting and Connectivity Council.

While corporate sustainability reporting continues to grow amid demands from investors and regulators, problems persist with the reliability of the information and the role of accounting firms in vetting the disclosures.

A recent survey by PwC showed that 71% of institutional investors want stronger regulatory requirements to guide the actions of the fund management industry.

More companies are disclosing financial information related to climate change this year, but the disclosures are falling short of recommendations from regulators.

The accounting software provider has acquired Spherics as part of its sustainability strategy.

The Institute of Management Accountants introduced two new education programs for sustainable business practices and diversity, equity and inclusion.

The Top 10 Firm reported Thursday that its U.S. revenue for the fiscal year ending July 31, 2022, rose nearly 17% to reach a record of $2.3 billion.

The Pennsylvania Institute of CPAs found that while executives and practitioners agree that environmental, social and governance reporting matters, they are not prepared for the impact ESG practices may have on their organizations.

The company currently operates an emission accounting solution, Net Zero Cloud, which will be integrated with the new marketplace.

A recent study found that when a publicly traded company appoints a Black CEO, there is a corresponding bump in average share price.

Plus, Armanino tests out new client experience app; MindBridge touts new API in latest release; and other stories from the world of accounting technology.