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Policy engagement is not an “extra-curricular” activity
In an increasingly volatile global economy, the role of the asset manager is evolving. It is no longer enough to simply pick winning stocks or diversify across sectors; fiduciary duty1 now requires a broader lens. Investors today expect their managers to navigate a landscape, where systemic risks are linked to market wide themes ranging from […]
L’Oreal Backs 13 Climate, Nature and Circularity Solutions Startups
Global beauty company L’Oréal announced the first cohort of companies for its flagship €100 million sustainable innovation program, L’AcceleratOR, selecting 13 climate, nature, and circularity-focused startups, following a review of nearly 1,000 applications. To a report by ESG toady. 15.01.2026
ALTÉRRA, BBVA to Launch New $1.2 Billion Climate Fund
UAE-backed climate investment platform ALTÉRRA announced today plans to create a new $1.2 billion climate co-investment fund, launching with Spanish bank BBVA as a proposed strategic LP, targeting climate-aligned infrastructure, private equity and private credit investments globally. To a report by ESG toady. 15.01.2026
ESMA Guides Investment Firms on Expectations to Avoid Greenwashing in ESG Strategies
EU markets regulator the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) announced the release of a new thematic note aimed at guiding market participants on its expectations for addressing greenwashing risks in marketing of sustainable investment strategies, with a particular focus on ESG integration and ESG exclusion funds. To a report by ESG today. 15.01.2026
UK Completes Largest-Ever Offshore Wind Auction in Europe
The UK’s Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) announced today the results of its 7th annual offshore wind “Contracts for Difference” (CfD) auction round, securing record 8.4 GW in contracts, making it the largest-ever single procurement of offshore wind energy in the UK and Europe. To a report by ESG today. 14.01.2026
Wohnen: Wealthcore erwirbt 29 Wohneinheiten in Fürth
Der Münchner Investment Manager Wealthcore (www.wealthcore.com) hat für den Wealthcore Urban Living Fund (ehemals Wealthcore Green Impact Fund) ein Wohnprojekt in Fürth erworben und erweitert sein Portfolio damit erstmals um ein Vorhaben auf dem deutschen Markt. Mit dem Closing umfasst der nach Artikel 9 der EU-Offenlegungsverordnung klassifizierte Fonds künftig drei Objekte in zwei Ländern. Nach […]
Egypt Signs $1.8 Billion in Renewable Energy Deals to Accelerate 2030 Clean Power Target
Egypt secures USD 1.8 billion in renewable power and storage deals with Scatec and Sungrow 1.7 GW solar plant and battery manufacturing facility to support 42 percent clean power goal by 2030 Agreements include PPAs with total capacity of 1.95 GW and 3.9 GWh of battery storage. To a report by esgnews. 12.01.2026
Urbaner Holzbau: Hamburger Holzhochhaus setzt neue Maßstäbe
Holzbau erreicht in Deutschland eine vollkommen neue Dimension. Denn in der Hamburger Hafencity ist kürzlich mit dem Projekt „roots“ eines der höchsten Holz-Hochhäuser des Landes entstanden. Das von der Deutschen Bundesstiftung Umwelt (DBU) geförderte Gebäude verbindet innerstädtischen Wohnungsbau mit Klimaschutz und zeigt, wie Holzbau auch im Hochhaussegment wirtschaftlich, technisch und bauordnungsrechtlich funktionieren kann. Nach einem […]
Aether Fuels Raises $15 Million to Build New SAF Plant in Singapore
Sustainable fuels technology company Aether Fuels announced it has raised $15 million in convertible note financing, with proceeds aimed at accelerating the development of its first commercial-scale sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) facility in Singapore. To a report by ESG today. 12.01.2026
Diginex Acquires Carbon Accounting Platform Plan A for $64 Million
Sustainability RegTech company Diginex announced a definitive agreement to acquire carbon measurement, reporting and reduction software provider PlanA.earth GmbH (Plan A), in a move aimed at expanding its capabilities to provide end-to-end ESG reporting and sustainability solutions. To a report by ESG today. 12.01.2026
U.S. Clean Energy Platform Aspen Power Raises $200 Million from Deutsche Bank
Clean energy platform Aspen Power announced today the closing of a $200 million capital raise provided by Deutsche Bank, with proceeds from the financing aimed at accelerating its development of distributed solar and storage projects across the U.S. To a report by ESG today. 12.01.2026
CDP Reports 70% Jump in Companies Awarded Top Sustainability Reporting Scores
Environmental sustainability reporting platform CDP announced the release of its list of top performers from the 2025 reporting cycle, revealing a sharp increase in the number of companies receiving an “A” score in each of its main categories, including climate, water, and forests. To a report by ESG today. 12.01.2026
Grüne Energie: wie Unternehmen Nachhaltigkeit und Wirtschaftlichkeit verbinden können
Steigende Energiepreise, ambitionierte Klimaziele und wachsender regulatorischer Druck zwingen Unternehmen zum Handeln. Nachhaltigkeit ist dabei längst kein „Add-on“ mehr, sondern Voraussetzung für zukunftsfähige Geschäftsmodelle. Nach einem Report von Haufe. 09.01.2026
Reform der ESG-Abfrage: „Das kann zum Befreiungsschlag werden“
Abzuwarten bleibt, wie die Novelle und die Detailvorschriften am Ende wirklich aussehen. Schließlich sind neben der Kommission das EU-Parlament und die 27 EU-Staaten mit unterschiedlichen nationalen Gegebenheiten und entsprechenden Interessengruppen in den Prozess involviert. Nach einem Report von Cash. 09.01.2026
Meta Signs Deal with Bill Gates’ TerraPower to Build up to 8 Advanced Nuclear Reactors in U.S.
Nuclear technology company TerraPower and Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp owner Meta announced a new agreement to build up to 8 advanced nuclear reactors utilizing TerraPower’s “Natrium” technology, supporting Meta’s growing energy needs and sustainability goals with a new source of as much as 2.4 GW of carbon-free energy. To a report by ESG today. 09.01.2026
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