As the business community navigates increasingly complex policy changes and democracy feels fragile, ASBN is gathering purpose-driven leaders to chart a path forward together.
From October 21–23, 2025, we invite you to the Business, Policy and Purpose Conference: The Business of Democracy. This virtual event will bring bold sustainability leaders committed to building a just, regenerative economy together to share insights and actionable steps. It’s an opportunity for those committed to using business as a force for good to shape the future of our democracy across industries, communities, and perspectives.
The Business of Democracy: Where Purpose, Policy, and People Converge
What a Government Shutdown Really Means for American Businesses
When people hear “government shutdown,” they often imagine a political standoff playing out in Washington. The wild west music is playing in the background, and the sun is at high noon. In reality, it’s an unfortunate but legal form of public sector protest. It is the bones of our government grinding to a halt because it is not working. From where I sit, working with businesses that drive local economies, invest in their people, and care about the communities they serve, I see the impacts of a broken system on your work, the real operational disruption and unnecessary economic risk.
[WSJ] In Europe, You Can Be Sued for Not Taking Action on Climate Change. In the U.S., It’s the Opposite.
Dutch bank ING is facing trial over its environmental conduct, while asset managers in America are being taken to court for focusing too aggressively on green issues
Go ahead, Democrats. Shut down the government.
The Washington Post Opinions asked readers how they wanted Democrats to vote on the continuing resolution.
COP29 Begins
The 29th annual Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change, or COP29, opens this week in Baku, Azerbaijan, offering a unique opportunity for US businesses to demonstrate private-sector leadership in the global climate arena.
5 Ways the Inflation Reduction Act is Shaping The Clean Energy Future
On August 16th, 2022, the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) was signed into law by the Biden-Harris Administration.