ESG / Impact News
Cloverleaf Infrastructure Raises $300 Million to Develop Low Carbon Data Center Sites
Power infrastructure company Cloverleaf Infrastructure announced today that it has raised over $300 million, with proceeds to be used to develop data center sites that run on low-carbon electricity across the U.S. Data centers globally are responsible for a growing share of climate impact, already reaching up to 2% of the world’s carbon emissions, nearly […]
74% of Public Companies Plan to Invest in Sustainability Reporting Technology and Tools Over Next Year: Deloitte Survey
Approximately three quarters of public companies report that they are likely to invest in new technology or tools to help improve their ESG disclosure capabilities over the next year, as nearly all companies are preparing to meet increased reporting requirements, yet data quality remains the top ESG challenge, according to a new survey released by […]
Lessons from raising an inaugural private climate fund
Greg Wasserman discusses raising a $385mn climate fund, and the opportunities in climate investing. As the global energy transition gathers pace, climate investing has expanded from a niche sector of the venture capital (VC) market to a proliferation of sustainable investment strategies spanning numerous asset classes.
Green Impact Exchange Files to Launch First-Ever Sustainability-Focused Stock Exchange in U.S.
The Green Impact Exchange (GIX) announced today that it has filed an application with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), aimed at establishing the first sustainability-focused stock exchange in the U.S. Founded in 2022 by former NYSE executives, including CEO Daniel Labovitz, former head of regulatory policy at the NYSE, and Chief Operating Officer Charles […]
PropTech: Viessmann Climate Solutions und Green Fusion kooperieren
Green Fusion und der Klimalösungsanbieter Viessmann Climate Solutions (VCS), Teil der Carrier Global Corporation (NYSE: CARR), einer der weltweit führenden Anbieter von intelligenten Klima- und Energielösungen, bündeln ihre Kräfte für eine Beschleunigung der grünen Energiewende in der Wohnungswirtschaft.
Unternehmen hadern mit ESG-Datenerfassung
Viele Betriebe wollen IoT-Technologie nutzen, um ihre Nachhaltigkeitsmaßnahmen zu messen, besagt eine Studie. Es hapert aber an der Technik und am Wissen.
Starbucks, Mercedes-Benz to Launch EV Charging Network at Starbucks Stores Across U.S.
Starbucks and Mercedes-Benz announced today the launch of a new strategic collaboration aimed at installing high-power electric vehicle chargers at 100 Starbucks stores across the U.S. Under the first phase of the program, high-power EV chargers will be installed at Starbucks locations on a 1,400-mile route along Interstate 5 from Washington to California, including in […]
3M Invests in Green Hydrogen Tech Company Ohmium
3M announced today that it has made a strategic investment in green hydrogen tech company Ohmium International, as part of its efforts to expand into emerging climate technologies. Hydrogen is viewed as one of the key building blocks of the transition to a cleaner energy future, particularly for sectors with difficult to abate emissions, in […]
IHG to Feature Low Carbon Hotels
Global hospitality and hotel brands company IHG Hotels & Resorts announced today the launch the Low Carbon Pioneers program, featuring hotels across its brands meeting sustainability attributes including energy efficiency and no fossil-fuel combustion on site. According to IHG, the launch comes as more hotel guests consider sustainability and look to reduce environmental impact, noting […]
Measurabl Launches New Real Estate Sustainability Data Management and Reporting Platform
Real estate-focused ESG data technology provider Measurabl announced today the launch of a new suite of software products aimed at enabling real estate owners, operators, and investors to collect, manage, analyze and report on sustainability data across their building portfolios. Founded in 2013, San Diego-based Measurabl provides a data management platform enabling commercial, residential and […]
BII provides $10m loan to Zimbabwean bank to support agriculture
The loan will help NMB Bank Zimbabwe support famers and exporters in a country feeling the brunt of climate change impacts. British Investment International (BII) has agreed to loan $10m (€9.2m) to NMB Bank Zimbabwe (NMBZ) to back agricultural exports from Zimbabwe and to provide finance for sustainable agriculture in the drought-afflicted southern African country.
Earthshot Labs Raises $5.5 Million for Nature-Based Carbon Project Financing Platform
Nature-based carbon project development and financing startup Earthshot Labs announced today that it has raised $5.5 million in a Series A funding round, aimed at supporting the expansion of its platform. Launched in 2020, Earthshot Labs provides a platform for developing and financing nature restoration and conservation projects using carbon as the primary financing mechanism, […]
HSBC Launches New Infrastructure Finance Unit to Pursue Low Carbon Transition Opportunities
Global financial services group HSBC is launching HSBC Infrastructure Finance (HIF), a new business unit aimed at pursuing infrastructure financing and project finance advisory opportunities associated with the transition to a low carbon economy, according to an internal memo by Greg Guyett, HSBC’s CEO of Global Banking and Markets, seen by ESG Today. The bank […]
Blackstone Energy Transition Partners Acquires Power Solutions Provider Trystar
Alternative investment manager Blackstone’s energy-focused private equity business, Blackstone Energy Transition Partners, announced the acquisition of power solutions provider Trystar, with the firm citing opportunities to support the company’s growth as it pursues opportunities from factors including the energy transition and AI-driven growth in data centers. Founded in 1991, Minnesota-based Trystar provides electrical power solutions […]
Quantum Focus zeigt Erfolgsfaktoren der europäischer Top 15 Metropolen
Welche europäischen Metropolen liegen ganz vorne im globalen Städtewettbewerb und was sind ihre Strategien? Der neue Quantum Focus sucht nach Erfolgsfaktoren für nachhaltige Transformation und urbanes Wachstum. Ganz oben auf der Zukunftsagenda erfolgreicher Städte stehen drei Themen: Technologien, Talente und Toleranz.
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