New Development Bank approves green loans for China projects
Formerly known as the BRICS Bank, funding of US$667 million is given the go-ahead for two major transport infrastructure projects
Formerly known as the BRICS Bank, funding of US$667 million is given the go-ahead for two major transport infrastructure projects
June 2019 is shaping up to be a bumper month, with major green bond offerings and a social covered bond
Most organisations are making sustainability a major consideration, reports Morgan Stanley Investment Management
Legal and General Investment Management adds five companies, including oil giant ExxonMobil, judged to be laggards
The Africa Digital Financial Inclusion facility aims to develop digital financial transactions across the continent
The Real Economy Green Investment Opportunity (REGIO) is promoted as the first global green bond fund.
ACT’s report reveals “The seven habits of tomorrow’s treasurer” but no mention of climate change impact and sustainable operating model
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The proceeds of the bond are set to target sustainable development
New measures announced by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority will encourage sustainable banking and green finance.
The country is the first with a triple-A credit rating to issue this type of security.
The bank’s president says the region’s future prosperity rests on encouraging sustainable development.
JBIC leads the consortium that will fund a project that breaches international agreements to phase out fossil fuels.
Funding levels in the first quarter of 2019 were up only modestly on last year, but the industry is on stronger footing.
The agreement aims to boost trade and investment opportunities between Singapore and China.
The bank says proceeds will fund projects in renewables, energy efficiency, sustainable transportation, water quality and conservation.
Spain’s BBVA announced the launch of the first blockchain-backed platform for structured green bonds.
EU and global policy-makers are forging ahead with recommendations on climate-related disclosures – what are the financial benefits?
CDP has published a list of over 140 corporates recognised as pioneers for action on climate change, water and deforestation
The European Council has announced two proposals that aim to bring finance more in line with the objectives of the Paris agreement
Firms are increasingly aware of the damaging effect climate change will have on them – not just financially but on reputation
Extreme weather events in recent years have highlighted how financial risks associated with climate change can affect businesses
More worried about geopolitics, climate change and security, less worried about growth, as sustainability becomes essential new focus
Corporate reporting must deliver better climate change and environmental information to financial markets, say group of EU investors