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Zurich boutique targets CHF4bn for energy transition infrastructure fund

Energy Infrastructure Partners, which has more than CHF5bn in assets under management, was founded as a joint venture with Credit Suisse in 2014.

Santander included among the world’s most sustainable banks in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index 2022

Santander has featured in the index, which assesses companies based on environmental, social and governance criteria, for the last 22 years.

Banks not moving fast enough to tackle climate and nature crises – campaigners

It says that while there have been some improvements since the last survey in 2020, crucial gaps remain which should be urgently closed.

Kering and L’Occitane Group join forces to finance nature protection at scale with the Climate Fund for Nature

The fund will be managed by Mirova, the affiliate of Natixis Investment Managers 100% dedicated to sustainable investing.

EBRD, EU, GCF and Banque Centrale Populaire promote green investment in Morocco

This is the third facility the EBRD has provided to BCP under the GCF Green Economy Financing Facility Regional Framework.

Zürcher Kantonalbank joins the Net-Zero Banking Alliance

Zürcher Kantonalbank is aware of the key role played by the financial sector in efforts to achieve sustainable development worldwide, which is why it has anchored the principles of sustainability as an integrated principle in its business activities

TradeSun acquires UK ESG company Coriolis Technologies

It facilitates supply chain transparency by measuring ESG impact throughout all tiers in trade supply chains.

Bank of Ireland sets scientifically-validated greenhouse gas emission reduction targets

Under the targets, Bank of Ireland is committing to a 48% reduction in mortgage portfolio emissions (Ireland & UK) and a 56% reduction in commercial real estate portfolio emissions by 2030.

Navigating the ESG rating labyrinth

The main trigger for the ESG rating pushback is the discrepancy between rating providers.

Majority of female investors want ESG factors considered when choosing investments

In a survey of approximately 2,000 of its female clients, Quilter Cheviot found that 53% agreed ESG factors needed to be considered, compared to just 7% who disagreed. Four in ten (41%) had a neutral view on the topic.

BNP Paribas Asset Management acquires majority stake in International Woodland Company

The acquisition forms part of the expansion of BNPP AM’s sustainable investment offering, as well the broadening of its private markets investment platform, meeting the needs of investors who are increasing allocations to sustainable private investm

COP15: A once-in-a-decade opportunity to protect our vital biodiversity

It is estimated that more than half of global GDP, or up to USD 44 trillion, depends on nature.

EBRD and PGGM to mobilise €250m of sustainable development finance

The Bank plays a key role in bridging the gap between development finance institutions and institutional investors to enable critical market expansion in addressing SDG- and climate-related challenges.

Infrastructure changes needed to support low-carbon hydrogen-powered vehicles

One key reason for the shortfall is the cost of the infrastructure, to which the UK has struggled to adapt.

Blume Equity chooses IQ-EQ as fund administrator

In its mission to transform the health of the planet and people, Blume Equity partners with purpose-driven entrepreneurs who are tackling the climate emergency and creating a more sustainable world.

The CLIC Chronicles: Meet Geberit, the company on a mission to make sanitation sustainable

Geberit provides in-building piping technology for drinking water, heating, gas, and other utilities, while our bathroom systems cover equipment such as toilets, sinks, and showers.

Credit Suisse publishes Climate Action Plan for its investment areas

The CAP describes how both divisions will seek to achieve net zero by 2050 across their investment portfolios, in support of the Credit Suisse Group ambition to reach net zero by 2050 across its financing activities, supply chain and operations.

BNP Paribas introduces 'Decarb Fast Track' programme for corporates

Each partner company is contributing to the “Decarb Fast Track” programme financially to support the subsidy.

EBRD forum to promote sustainable growth in Central Asia

Central Asia’s economies are expected to grow in 2023 and show resilience to geopolitical turmoil, creating opportunities for smart investors.

The tree of life: powering the circular bioeconomy

For thousands of years, long-standing trees – the longest-living variety, the Great Basin bristlecone pine, can live for up to 5,000 years

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