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HSBC to phase out coal financing

Every year we commit to review our policy and targets - and take into account evolving science and internationally recognised guidance.

EBRD supports GEK TERNA’s sustainability-linked bond

The issue will help GEK TERNA to finance its business activities in infrastructure, energy, industrial and real estate sectors, refinance existing and future debts and finance working capital needs.

The impact of COP26 announcements on financial institutions

The UK government’s ambition as host of COP26 was to build on the goal set by the Paris Agreement – to limit the global average temperature increase to well below 2°C, preferably to 1.5°C, in comparison to pre-industrial levels.

Flexible work positively impacts the environment

Most of the emissions saved were as a result of the lockdown periods in January and March-April, as well as a smaller reduction in July-August when there was an increase in cases in the community.

What happened at COP26? Mirova’s summary

It is also an opportunity for Mirova to share its experience in sustainable investment through tangible examples, such as our pioneering, innovative approach to the natural capital asset class.

Mobilising capital for a sustainable future

Ultimately, in effect, this transaction should help finance the provision of these important services for the long-term benefit of our community in the Isle of Man.

Pressure for mandatory global ESG standards

Reframing finance talent and data analytics to enhance corporate and ESG reporting

Global Economic Outlook

The economic costs of climate change.

COP26 and the future of environmental regulation

The Court then considers turnover. Southern Water was deemed a ‘very large’ organisation because its turnover greatly exceeded the threshold for large organisations.

Act ESG: Your conviction needs an investment strategy

How ESG empowers investors to drive positive change.

ABN AMRO trades its first sustainability-linked derivative

The interest rate ECP will be paying will partially depend on how well they score on their sustainability targets, as the interest rate on the derivative can rise and fall according to the company's performance in this area.

Northern Trust Launches New Climate Focus Reporting

Service Provides Institutional Investors with Key Climate Risk Metrics, Supporting Regulatory Oversight and Reporting Obligations

Feedback Loops: How Investors Can Help Push for Circular Economies

Coutts can help add value by applying collective pressure where individual clients may struggle to do so.

BCG Signs Direct Air Capture Partnership with Climeworks

This is the first of several agreements in direct air capture and advanced decarbonization technology BCG expects to sign, and has two key elements.

What impact could COP26 have on forestry investments?

The outcome is likely to be a continued decline in illegal logging globally, resulting in a reduction in supply of timber and upwards pressure on sustainably sourced timber prices.

KBI Global Investors offsets emissions for 2020

The project is one of more than 700 developed and financed by South Pole (https://www.southpole.com/), which reduce carbon emissions and protect biodiversity.

Greenwashing a problem for fund management industry

Greenwashing, increased complexity and costs cited as issues facing the industry's ESG reporting

Green transition: where is the world heading?

In the real economy, these transformations also have major implications for investors' portfolios.

Amundi unveils its “ESG Plan 2025”

This plan is part of the Crédit Agricole Group’s Societal Project, which is built around three priorities: climate, social cohesion and agricultural and agri-food transitions.

RBS backs Triton with ESG-linked facility to support significant move into sustainable investments

Acting as the lead arranger, facility agent and sustainability coordinator, RBS International committed €322.5m to the facility alongside four other lenders to support Triton’s fund, Triton V.

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