ESG / Impact News
Rund 96% der Vorstände erwarten stärkere Konzentration auf ESG
Der neue Bericht „Sustainability in the Spotlight 2024“ von Diligent und Spencer Stuart hat ergeben, dass fast 96% der Unternehmensvorstände in den nächsten fünf Jahren eine anhaltende beziehungsweise stärkere Fokussierung auf ESG-Themen erwarten. Zu den Prioritäten gehören Diversity, Equity und Inclusion (DEI) sowie der Klimaschutz. Der Bericht zeigt, dass Unternehmenslenker nach spezifischeren Daten und Erkenntnissen […]
ESG-Engagement der Unternehmen bleibt hoch
Die jährliche ESG-Analystenumfrage von Fidelity zeigt, dass Unternehmen weiterhin offen für einen Dialog mit Stakeholdern sind, wie sie ihre Nachhaltigkeitsbemühungen in einem sich schnell verändernden Umfeld vorantreiben können.
Institutional investors advocate for improved ocean-related ESG data
BNP Paribas Asset Management, Federated Hermes Limited, Mirova, Robeco, and Storebrand Asset Management have issued a joint statement calling on ESG data providers to enhance their data offerings on ocean-related risks and opportunities at the project and issuer level.
Rio Tinto to Invest $143 Million in New Low Carbon Steel Project
Global mining and metals company Rio Tinto announced plans to develop a new facility in Western Australia, aimed at testing the effectiveness of a new low-carbon ironmaking process, including a pilot plant to test production at a semi-industrial scale. Rio Tinto expects to invest $143 million (A$215 million) in the project, which the company said […]
John Cockerill Raises $250 Million to Build Out Green Hydrogen Electrolyzer Business
Industrial equipment company John Cockerill announced a new agreement to raise €230 million (USD$250 million) for its subsidiary John Cockerill Hydrogen, in a deal led by energy services and technology company SLB, and Belgian public investment institutions SFPIM and Wallonie Entreprendre, and aimed at accelerating the deployment of the company’s electrolyzer technology, enabling the production […]
Galvanize, Lightrock Invest in Clean Energy Tech Company Octopus Energy Group
UK-based clean energy tech company Octopus Energy Group announced backing from new sustainability-focused investors including Galvanize Climate Solutions and Lightrock. According to Octopus, the new investments were made at a company valuation of $9 billion, up 15% from its recent $800 million capital raise in December 2023.
ERM Acquires Climate, Energy Transition Consultancy Energetics
Sustainability advisory firm ERM announced today an agreement to acquire Australia-based climate risk and energy transition consultancy Energetics, aimed at enhancing its growth in the Asia Pacific region. Founded in 1984, Energetics partners with large businesses, investors and governments, helping them respond to issues including climate change, decarbonization, and the energy transition. With a team […]
Clean Energy Producer Smart Energies Raises $95 Million to Accelerate Deployment of Small Solar Sites
Independent Power Producer (IPP) Smart Energies announced today that has raised €87 million (USD$95 million), with proceeds from the financing aimed at accelerating its deployment of small solar sites across Europe, including on roofs, parking lots and small ground-based projects. Founded in 2012, Paris-based Smart Energies develops, finances, builds and operates renewable projects across Europe, […]
Australia Court Finds Active Super Guilty of Making Misleading ESG Investing Claims
A federal court in Australia ruled today that superannuation fund Active Super trustee LGSS Pty Limited contravened the law by making misleading ESG investing representations to its members, by continuing to invest in securities in areas that it had claimed to eliminate for environmental or social reasons. The judgement follows the filing of a suit […]
Climeworks Announces Direct Air Capture Technology Breakthrough to Scale Carbon Removal
Zurich-based carbon removal company Climeworks revealed today its Generation 3 direct air capture (DAC) technology, providing “breakthrough” improvements in efficiency and performance, and forming a step in the company’s plan to scale up to megaton carbon removal capacity. DAC technology, listed by the IEA as a key carbon removal option in the transition to a […]
Esma-Leitlinien für ESG-Fondsnamen könnten Regelchaos stiften
Die EU-Aufsichtsbehörde Esma hat Leitlinien dazu vorgelegt, unter welchen Voraussetzungen Fondsgesellschaften ihre Produkte dem Namen nach als nachhaltig anpreisen dürfen. Die Leitlinien sorgen allerdings kaum für Klarheit, kritisiert Daniel Lühman. Vielmehr könnten sie die Lage sogar besonders kompliziert machen.
Umfrage: Fast jeder zweite Bauer nutzt KI
Vier von fünf Agrarbetrieben sagen, Digitalisierung ermögliche es ihnen, umweltschonender zu arbeiten. Ob für die intelligente Bewässerung des Feldes, die Verhaltensanalyse der Tiere im Stall oder die datenbasierte Entscheidungshilfe bei der Aussaat – die Landwirtschaft steht vor einer KI-Revolution. Fast die Hälfte der Höfe in Deutschland (47 Prozent) beschäftigt sich bereits mit Einsatzmöglichkeiten von KI.
Cleantech Startup Aira Secures €200 Million Financing with BNP Paribas to Drive Heat Pump Installation
Clean energy tech startup Aira announced today that it has secured €200 million in debt commitments from BNP Paribas, aimed at facilitating the installation of heat pumps in homes across Germany. Founded in 2022 by impact company builder Vargas, Stockholm, Sweden-based Aira provides clean energy-tech solutions aimed at accelerating the electrification of residential heating, including […]
Fusion Energy Startup Xcimer Raises $100 Million
Energy tech startup Xcimer Energy today announced that it has raised $100 million in a Series A financing round, with proceeds to be used to expand its team and demonstrate the viability of its fusion energy technology. Fusion, the process of combining two atoms to form a single atom to release energy, has been long […]
UBS, Rockefeller AM Launch New Blue Economy-Focused Ocean Engagement Fund
UBS Global Wealth Management (GWM) and Rockefeller Asset Management announced the launch of the UBS Rockefeller Ocean Engagement Fund, a new blue economy-focused fund aimed at engaging with companies that address ocean health issues, to provide financial returns and positive impact. According to the World Bank, the Blue Economy is defined as the “sustainable use […]
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