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ESG Economist - The moving target of targeted emissions for mobility

The emissions reduction pathways are steep and the total cumulative carbon budgets are limited.

Green is fashionable: how can the textile industry reduce its environmental impact?

Clothing production could account for 26% of global greenhouse gas emissions by 20501.

Schroders tops financial institutions in the Global Canopy Forest 500 Report for second consecutive year

This year’s report highlights the urgent need for action to address deforestation, emphasising that voluntary efforts alone are not sufficient.

Swiss Rock Asset Management debuts green thematic equity fund

Swiss Rock Asset Management's new thematic fund is based on the MSCI ACWI Clean Energy Infrastructure index.

ESG - Compound risks in climate scenarios: is the impact greater than the sum of the parts?

A climate shock can combine with another shock of any origin.

Burges Salmon advises the Green for Growth Fund on €50m loan to finance renewable energy projects in Serbia

The deal will enable large-scale loans by UniCredit Bank Serbia to support solar and wind projects

Capgemini is recognized as a Leader in ESG Services in Banking by NelsonHall NEAT 2024

Capgemini views ESG not merely as a regulatory obligation for businesses but also a potentially lucrative business model.

ESG in business: what’s on the horizon for 2024?

The UK Green Building Council estimates that 25 per cent of the UK’s total greenhouse gas emissions are attributable to the built environment, and quality data is vital in the drive to decarbonise buildings.

Sustainable High Yield strategy: when High Yield and Sustainability Go Hand in Hand

We are proud of this recognition, which – above and beyond the several labels this fund has earned – confirms Mirova's leadership and recognised expertise in the realm of responsible investment.

Big Dutch banks call for climate risk labels for housing

Without action, they argue, the cost of repairing property and dealing with climate-related damage could create divisions between high and low-income homeowners.

ESG Economist - Responsive demand for grid balancing

Demand response measures represent a cornerstone for aligning with Net-zero scenario with more than 500 GW of required demand savings by 2030.

AI, big data: can technology make agriculture greener?

This overview highlights some of the developments being put in place in France, which is a European leader in the field.

Crif releases ESG analytics tool for UK banks

Thanks to CRIF’s unique repository of ESG data as well as over 30 years of experience in advanced analytics

ABN AMRO publishes updated Green Bond Framework aligned with new EU Green Bond Standard

ABN AMRO was among the first banks in Europe to issue green bonds in 2015.

CaixaBank, leading bank on Sustainable Finance in EMEA in 2023, according to the Refinitiv ranking

Sustainability is a pillar of CaixaBank’s 2022-24 Strategic Plan.

Barclays focuses capital and resources on supporting energy companies to decarbonise

Stops directly financing energy clients’ new oil and gas projects

Plastic is past it: the irresistible rise of reusable packaging

That’s why tackling the plastic waste crisis effectively means making better use of the materials we already have – primarily through the concepts of reuse and refill.

Pimfa calls for more clarity from FCA on anti-greenwashing rules

Pimfa said more examples in the guidance could reduce the regulatory burden on firms.

Schroders Capital launches UK’s first renewables and energy transition infrastructure dedicated Long-Term Asset Fund

The new fund will target infrastructure supporting the energy transition across the UK, US, and Europe, providing access to attractive, long-term investments in private markets.

Schroders recognised with ‘A’ rating for performance and transparency on climate from CDP

Schroders was recognised for its continued demonstration of strong governance, risk management and reporting processes, and enhancing its data collection and analysis.

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