Experts are concerned about how banks’ connections to fossil fuel companies may be affecting the progress of the green transition
Most financing decisions for climate action do not explicitly consider the social risks or opportunities, says LSE
Asia, ME and Latam remain bright spots for ESG bonds as growth in Europe and the US slows
Will Japan’s $11bn climate transition bond drive wider adoption of transition finance?
A phase-out of fossil fuels will not happen unless we change how we measure growth
PCAF responds to criticism and explains the process behind developing emission disclosure standards for banks
Climate misalignment exposes European banks to greater risks and insolvency issues, says ECB
Treasurers from leading UK universities want banks to develop “cash products” that do not contribute to fossil fuel expansion
Will 2024 see sustainable finance turn a corner, or will geopolitical issues and investor reluctance persist?
Agreement on EU regulation offers the possibility for separate E, S and G ratings
Getting companies to share data about their impact on nature and climate is like pulling teeth
Many countries are establishing non-binding guidelines, with firmer regulation on the horizon
More and more banks are appointing chief sustainability officers, but is the role the best way to drive forward sustainability objectives?
No one seems to have a clear definition of what makes a robust transition plan
Does the transition away from fossil fuels towards ‘green’ or renewable forms of energy have a dark side?
Can AI predict the impact of catastrophic climate events, so they can be mitigated?
The EBRD announces a new CSO steering committee to improve engagement, but its human rights due diligence is still seen as inadequate
Most financial institutions still have a sizeable knowledge gap when assessing their sustainability efforts, according to Mazars’ latest global stocktake. What can be done to buck this trend?
Will ING’s landmark decision accelerate the decarbonisation of the steel industry?
The Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures announces that more than 100 banks, including seven G-SIBs, are among the first adopters of its recommendations.