Environment, Social, Governance

Plans for a just transition to net-zero carbon emissions welcomed

5 years ago by Ben Poole

The banking and finance industry has responded positively to recommendations for an environmentally sustainable future in the UK.

Environment, Social, Governance

New ESG scores and risk management promote sustainable finance transition

5 years ago by Ben Poole

Refinitiv has debuted Fund ESG scores, while Turnkey has launched a risk management platform that tackles ESG in the supply chain.

Environment, Social, Governance

Deutsche Bank and Olam close Asia’s first FX forward using ESG targets

5 years ago by Ben Poole

The global agri-business also recently secured a sustainability-linked loan.

Environment, Social, Governance

Swedbank doubles down on green bonds

5 years ago by Ben Poole

The bank has published its Green Bond Impact Report 2019, while subsidiary Robur invests in Swedish Export Credit green transaction.

Environment, Social, Governance

Corporates and banks ahead of governments in fighting climate change - Carney

5 years ago by Ben Poole

A number of companies have already come out with transition plans for net zero carbon emissions.

Environment, Social, Governance

Sustainable borrowing base facility seeks to enhance food supply chains

5 years ago by Ben Poole

Rabobank and FMO have committed to the facility to support Agrocorp during volatile times.

Podcast

CTMcast - 21 May 2020: Business models, increased automation, FX risk, global trade, & climate change

5 years ago by Jack Large

Jack, Ben and Nick Franck review CTMfile’s posts over two last weeks

Environment, Social, Governance

Green deposits gain traction

5 years ago by Ben Poole

Standard Chartered's sustainable deposits hit the US$2bn mark, showing corporate commitment to green cash management.

Environment, Social, Governance

What does COVID-19 mean for the climate change battle?

5 years ago by Ben Poole

Two new research reports explore the impact the pandemic is having on efforts to tackle climate change.

Environment, Social, Governance

The fundamental question for your CEO: What is your transition plan to reach net zero?

5 years ago by Jack Large

Two sessions at the ACT’s virtual International Treasury Week showed that climate change is the no. 1 problem not the COVID-19 pandemic

Environment, Social, Governance

Deutsche Bank outlines ambitious sustainability targets as green tech market surges

5 years ago by Ben Poole

The bank has committed to at least €200bn of sustainable financing and investments by 2025.

Environment, Social, Governance

Citi releases first ESG report

5 years ago by Ben Poole

Global loan market associations have also issued new sustainability guidance documents.

Environment, Social, Governance

Basel Committee publishes stocktake report on climate-related financial risk initiatives

5 years ago by Ben Poole

Future work includes analytical reports and developing effective supervisory practices.

Environment, Social, Governance

Sustainability is crucial for innovation leaders

5 years ago by Ben Poole

Lux Research says resource, emissions, and waste reductions are key strategies for success, as ING and Refinitiv enhance ESG efforts.

Environment, Social, Governance

ESG commitments pushing ahead in spite of COVID-19

5 years ago by Ben Poole

The EU Green Deal seems to still be on track, while Mizuho has announced strict new ESG policies.

Bank Relations & KYC

Industry roundup: 15 April 2020

5 years ago by Ben Poole

News in brief for Pega, IOSCO, EPA, Kyckr and Citi.

Environment, Social, Governance

Link secures A$212m sustainability-linked loan from DBS

5 years ago by Ben Poole

The funding is in Australian dollars to match the currency of Link’s latest acquisition in Sydney.

Environment, Social, Governance

Rewarding business for ESG practices

5 years ago by Ben Poole

CBA is providing Wesfarmers with financing to achieve its broader sustainability goals.