ESG / Impact News
Biden Quadruples Tariffs on China EVs, Batteries
President Biden announced a broad series of tariffs on goods imported from China, including several categories of products central to the U.S.’ clean energy transition strategy, such as electric vehicles, batteries and battery materials, and solar cells. In total, the White House said that the increased tariffs cover $18 billion of imports from China. According […]
Nachhaltigkeit bedeutet für mich…
In unserer Nachhaltigkeits-Serie kommen diejenigen (semi-)institutionellen Anleger zu Wort, die sich tagein, tagaus mit ESG, SDG und SRI beschäftigen. Es gibt nicht die eine Nachhaltigkeit und daher darf diskutiert werden. Dieses Mal: Anja Mikus, Vorstandsvorsitzende und Investmentchefin des Kenfo – Fonds zur Finanzierung der kerntechnischen Entsorgung.
Glasveredelung und Isolierglasbau in London durch AGC Interpane
Mit „Bankside Yards” entsteht in London eine große und gemischt genutzte Siedlung, die komplett ohne fossile Brennstoffe auskommt und vom ersten Tag an einen Netto-Null-CO₂-Ausstoß besitzen soll. „Arbor”, entworfen von PLP Architecture, ist das erste von 8 geplanten Gebäuden, das inmitten von 3,3 ha öffentlichem Raum, 8 öffentlichen Plätzen und neuen Einzelhandels- und Kulturflächen entstand. […]
Invesco seeks $500m for climate adaptation fund
US-based asset manager Invesco has launched a fund which will support climate change adaption efforts in emerging markets and developing economies. The fund aims to mobilise private and public capital to accelerate the scale-up of infrastructure and adaption solutions. It will invest in public and private placement bonds in developing countries with proceeds tilted towards […]
EU Issues New Rules for Funds Using “ESG” or “Sustainability” Names to Address Greenwashing Risk
EU markets regulator the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) announced today the release of its finalized guidelines for the use of ESG and sustainability-related terms in investment fund names, including investment thresholds required for sustainable investment funds, and the establishment of a transition category for investments that are not yet green, but are on […]
Meta Signs Deal for 210 MW of Renewable Energy from New Solar Projects in Indiana
Renewables developer Solarpack announced energy purchase agreements with Meta, enabling the construction of two new solar projects in Indiana, totalling 210 MW. Meta has set a target to reach net zero emissions across its value chain by 2030, and is one of the largest corporate buyers of renewable energy. The company achieved its goal to […]
EU Adopts New Rules Requiring 90% Emissions Reductions from Trucks and Buses by 2040
EU member states in the European Council announced today the adoption of new legislation, strengthening emissions standards for heavy duty vehicles in the EU, including a requirement for a 90% reduction in CO2 emissions from heavy duty trucks and buses by 2040. The announcement by the EU Council marks the last decision-making step towards the […]
Microsoft Signs Another Reforestation-Based Carbon Removal Megadeal
Microsoft and nature-based climate solutions startup re.green announced one of the largest-ever carbon removal agreements, with Microsoft purchasing 3 million tons of carbon removal credits over a 15-year period, generated through re.green’s reforestation projects in Brazil. The deal marks the second large-scale Brazil reforestation-focused carbon removal agreement for Microsoft, following a 1.5 million ton offtake […]
Fidelity International Launches New Article 9 SDG-Focused Sustainable Bond Funds
Investment management firm Fidelity International announced the launch of two new SDG-focused fixed income funds, including Fidelity Funds 2 – Sustainable Social Bond Fund, and Fidelity Funds 2 – Sustainable Global Corporate Bond Fund. Each of the new funds are classified as Article 9 under the EU’s Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) indicating that they […]
Microsoft Signs Another Reforestation-Based Carbon Removal Megadeal
Microsoft and nature-based climate solutions startup re.green announced one of the largest-ever carbon removal agreements, with Microsoft purchasing 3 million tons of carbon removal credits over a 15-year period, generated through re.green’s reforestation projects in Brazil. The deal marks the second large-scale Brazil reforestation-focused carbon removal agreement for Microsoft, following a 1.5 million ton offtake […]
ESG Today: Week in Review
This week in ESG news: Microsoft signs record-breaking carbon removal deal; EY survey finds over half of CEOs say sustainability a higher priority vs one year ago; BCG sustainable aviation deal to cut 100,000 tons of emissions; ERM launches carbon credit consulting business; KKR & HASI launch $2 billion sustainable infrastructure investment partnership; UK High […]
Sustainable “Blue Economy” Fund Ocean 14 Capital Raises €201 Million
Ocean sustainability solutions-focused private equity growth firm Ocean 14 Capital (O14C) announced today that it has raised €201 million for its impact fund Ocean 14 Capital Fund I. Recent investors in the fund include global food and beverage company Nestlé, private equity investor HQ Capital and The Green Earth Impact Fund managed by Schroders and […]
Climeworks Starts Up Largest-Ever DAC Carbon Removal Plant
Zurich-based Direct Air Capture (DAC) company Climeworks announced the start-up of Mammoth, the largest direct air capture plant in the world to date, with anticipated capability to remove up to 36,000 tons of CO2 per year from the atmosphere for permanent underground storage. The company described the milestone as part of its goal to achieve […]
Life in plastic, it’s NOT fantastic! The Coca-Cola Company TOP polluter for 6th year – Sponsored COP 27 summit
The Coca Cola Company Plastic Pollution: Earlier this year in February 2024, Break Free From Plastic Movement had unveiled 2023 Global Brand Audit results, with The Coca-Cola Company once again claiming the title of top global plastic polluter – meaning its products were found polluting the most countries with the most waste.
ESG sukuk market forecast to exceed $50bn
A report from credit ratings agency Fitch Ratings has predicted that the ESG sukuk market will be worth more than US$50 billion within the next two years. Key reasons for the forecast are the funding diversification goals and ESG mandates facing issuers as well as new regulatory frameworks and government initiatives around sustainability. Fitch does […]
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