ISO 14092:2026 Standard for Climate Change Adaptation

Posted 22 April 2026

The International Organization for Standardization has released ISO 14092:2026, establishing a global framework for climate change adaptation planning and risk assessment.

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IRBA Issues Staff Audit Practice Alert 12 on Sustainability Assurance

Posted 04 March 2026

The Independent Regulatory Board for Auditors (IRBA) has released Staff Audit Practice Alert 12, providing updated guidance and frequently asked questions regarding sustainability assurance engagements following the adoption of ISSA 5000.

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IPSASB Issues SRS 1: Climate-related Disclosures for Governments

Posted 20 February 2026

The International Public Sector Accounting Standards Board (IPSASB) has issued Sustainability Reporting Standard (SRS) 1, mandating climate-related disclosures for the public sector effective 2028.

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ISSB Issues Targeted Amendments to IFRS S2 Climate-related Disclosures

Posted 05 January 2026

The International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) has issued targeted amendments to IFRS S2 Climate-related Disclosures to refine greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reporting requirements.

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IAASB Issues FAQ on ISSA 5000 Sustainability Assurance in the EU

Posted 02 December 2025

The International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board (IAASB) has released a Frequently Asked Questions document on the relevance of ISSA 5000 to sustainability reports issued within the European Union.

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IFRS: Disclosing Anticipated Financial Effects under ISSB Standards

Posted 26 September 2025

The International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) has released educational material to assist entities in disclosing the anticipated financial effects of sustainability-related risks and opportunities under IFRS S1 and IFRS S2.

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IAASB: FAQs on ISAE 3000 and ISSA 5000 Transition

Posted 19 August 2025

The International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board (IAASB) has issued a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document clarifying the transition from ISAE 3000 (Revised) to the new International Standard on Sustainability Assurance (ISSA) 5000.

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IAASB Releases ISSA 5000 Extracts for Sustainability Assurance

Posted 19 August 2025

The IAASB has released specific extracts from ISSA 5000 to assist practitioners in distinguishing between limited and reasonable assurance requirements for sustainability reporting.

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IESBA Releases List of Prohibitions for PIEs under IESSA

Posted 08 August 2025

The International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants (IESBA) has issued a list of specific prohibitions for Public Interest Entities (PIEs) under the International Ethics Standards for Sustainability Assurance (IESSA).

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IESBA Releases Comparison of IESSA and IESBA Code

Posted 08 August 2025

The International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants (IESBA) has issued a staff publication comparing the International Ethics Standards for Sustainability Assurance (IESSA) with the existing IESBA Code of Ethics to support practitioners in sustainability assurance engagements.

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IFRS Foundation Issues Guidance on IFRS S2 Transition Plan Disclosures

Posted 07 August 2025

The IFRS Foundation has published new implementation guidance for climate-related transition plan disclosures under IFRS S2.

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IFRS Foundation Releases E-Learning for ISSB Standards

Posted 16 July 2025

The IFRS Foundation has launched four e-learning modules to assist entities in implementing IFRS S1 and IFRS S2 sustainability disclosure standards.

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ISSB: Exposure Drafts on SASB Standards and IFRS S2 Guidance

Posted 11 July 2025

The International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) has released exposure drafts proposing amendments to the SASB Standards and industry-based guidance for IFRS S2.

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IAASB and IESBA Issue Joint FAQs on Sustainability Assurance Standards

Posted 18 June 2025

The IAASB and IESBA have released joint FAQs to support the interoperability of ISSA 5000 and the International Ethics Standards for Sustainability Assurance (IESSA).

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