Treasurers from leading UK universities want banks to develop “cash products” that do not contribute to fossil fuel expansion
Latest articles from Anita Hawser
Climate and nature: turning non-disclosers into disclosers
February 6, 2024Getting companies to share data about their impact on nature and climate is like pulling teeth
Transition planning or just greenwashing?
January 31, 2024No one seems to have a clear definition of what makes a robust transition plan
New research sheds light on the use of forced labour in clean energy
January 26, 2024Does the transition away from fossil fuels towards ‘green’ or renewable forms of energy have a dark side?
Using AI for a deeper understanding of climate disruption
January 26, 2024Can AI predict the impact of catastrophic climate events, so they can be mitigated?
Civil society organisations urge EBRD for more human rights action
January 26, 2024The EBRD announces a new CSO steering committee to improve engagement, but its human rights due diligence is still seen as inadequate
Dutch bank ING sets the pace in decarbonising steel
January 18, 2024Will ING’s landmark decision accelerate the decarbonisation of the steel industry?
Early adopters of the TNFD’s recommendations announced at Davos
January 18, 2024The Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures announces that more than 100 banks, including seven G-SIBs, are among the first adopters of its recommendations.
Scope 3 emissions a ‘best guess’ for financial services providers, says survey
January 12, 2024Scope 3 emissions disclosure is increasingly becoming a regulatory requirement, but financial services firms are struggling with reporting and are concerned they are at risk of unintentional greenwashing.
What global risks do you need to worry about in 2024 and beyond?
January 12, 2024Despite the “spaghetti bowl” of risk becoming more complex with the rise of ChatGPT prompting fears about widespread misinformation and disinformation, environmental risks continue to dominate the risk landscape, according to the WEF’s latest global risk report.