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Ocean Winds: innovative financing for a pioneering offshore wind project

Rather than selling 100% of the revenues to the government, we have direct agreements with businesses to sell that energy.

Ongoing efforts needed to achieve greater gender balance in asset management, IQ-EQ report finds

The report outlines the initiatives IQ-EQ is spearheading to close the DE&I gap in the industry

Macquarie Asset Management agrees to acquire additional stake in Lynn and inner Dowsing offshore wind farms

Macquarie Group has been investing in the UK’s offshore wind sector for more than a decade

Macquarie Asset Management agrees sale of Hydro Dolomiti Energia stake to Dolomiti Energia Group

The decision follows a previous announcement on 25 June 2024, and will see Dolomiti Energia Group own 100 per cent of HDE upon financial close, expected in the second half of 2024.

Decarbonisation in an urban world: the low-carbon materials that could slash construction emissions

Much of this urbanisation is taking place in emerging market nations, where populations are growing fastest and the shift from a rural to an urban economy is still gathering pace.

Guernsey Finance showcases island’s Sustainable Finance successes to HM King Charles III

Also present were Noel Quinn, global head of HSBC, and Emmanuelle Bury of BNP Paribas from The King’s Sustainable Markets Initiative.

Survey highlights greenwashing and data reliability concerns

While there is support for EU regulators driving the sustainability agenda, there is also a call for more focused legislation tailored to investor needs.

All the tea in… Thailand – meet Monsoon: the firm making traceable, forest-friendly tea

Tea, like other crops grown in tropical regions, is also acutely vulnerable to climate change.

Data shows decrease in late-stage climate tech funding

This marked the first overall decrease in deal activity, with the total deal count dropping by 3% compared to last year.

How can the circular economy provide a tangible response to the environmental challenges we face?

Within Switzerland, there are initiatives taking shape to promote a circular economic model, such as the QoQa e-commerce platform, which favours short supply chains when selecting and distributing its products.

dss+ Named One of 'Best Managed Companies in Switzerland'

Global Consultancy Recognised for Purpose, Culture and Impact Delivered to Clients

Mirova Energy Transition Infrastructure: 2023 Impact Report

Our strategy in low-carbon mobility also led to the reduction of CO2 linked to transportation, with 74 million kilometers in green travel.

Zurich and Aon to support net-zero transition through new clean hydrogen insurance facility

It also forms part of Zurich’s commitment to support the net-zero transition through customer engagement, new services and product innovation.

UBP releases 2023 Sustainability Report

As environmental and social challenges intensify and sustainability regulations are on the rise, the transition to a new economic model is gaining momentum.

Mapfre AM expands line of sustainable mutual funds

The firm is now seeking to obtain Article 8 (SFDR) classification for its global bond fund.

ESG reporting - obligation or opportunity?

Initially seen by many as a regulatory burden or a box-ticking exercise, ESG reporting has increasingly been recognised as a strategic opportunity for businesses.

Denmark/Germany: EIB to co-finance RWE's new Gigawatt offshore wind farm with a €1.2 billion green loan

The EIB was one of the very first investors in wind power technology and offshore wind farms.

Cazenove Charities releases a new report outlining actionable steps for universities to align their investments to net zero

The report highlighted that whilst 89% of survey respondents have made a climate commitment such as a net zero target, only 38% currently include their investment portfolio in this commitment.

Now the National Trust is under pressure to drop Barclays over Israel and fossil fuel complicity

Recently, other institutions have announced their intentions to stop banking with Barclays for ethical reasons.

AMINA Bank Launches the AMINA Payments Network (APN)

AMINA Bank adds APN to its extensive range of banking products, enabling seamless payments between members.

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