ABN AMRO targets €2.5bn green bond holdings
by Ben Poole
The bank aims to hit this target in its liquidity portfolio by 2022.
Social Responsibility
A.P. Moller - Maersk links US$5bn revolving credit facility to CO2 performance
by Ben Poole
The credit margin under the facility will be adjusted based on its progress in reducing CO2 emissions per cargo moved by 60% by 2030.
What’s holding back circular economy growth?
by Ben Poole
Two new reports from ING explore the progress of this economic model.
Lloyds Bank rolling out corporate tools as part of carbon cutting pledge
by Ben Poole
The banking group pledges to cut carbon by more than 50% in the next decade to help finance a green future.
Davos 2020: Deutsche Bank report highlights sustainable growth
by Ben Poole
The bank asks if humans will sacrifice economic growth to halt environmental damage.
Goldman Sachs fossil finance policy shines spotlight on other US banks
by Ben Poole
The bank has ruled out thermal coal and Arctic oil projects, commits to exit coal mining.
EBA pushes for early action on sustainable finance
by Ben Poole
The EBA’s workplan on sustainable finance will focus first on key metrics and disclosure to support banks’ green strategies.
US companies and labour unions unite for climate action
by Ben Poole
ING says the alliance underlines the importance of a stable transition to a low-carbon economy.
ING survey outlines consumer thoughts on corporate environmental practices
by Ben Poole
Almost three-quarters of those polled would accept lower growth if it protects the environment.
Levi Strauss announces global water action strategy for its supply chain
by Ben Poole
The strategy includes water targets for global suppliers and aims to significantly reduce overall water use.
ING provides world’s first sustainability improvement derivative to SBM Offshore
by Ben Poole
The bank says it is encouraging corporate ESG goals by providing financial incentives.
Europe move on deforestation may impact on supply chains
by Graham Buck
The European Commission has signalled action to protect and restore the world’s forests, which are home to 80% of biodiversity on land
Climate breakdown opportunities are bigger than risks!!
by Jack Large
CDP survey shows 215 biggest global companies report almost US$1 trillion at risk from climate impacts while opportunities = US$2.1 trn
Co-op’s £300m bond will support Fairtrade producers
by Graham Buck
The UK mutually-owned society has pioneered a sustainability bond in a first for the retail sector.
Starbucks brews up blockchain solutions
by Graham Buck
The coffee chain is working with Microsoft to give consumers more information on each stage of its supply chain.
Standard Bank works with ICC on best practice for trade finance
by Graham Buck
The African bank says an “important milestone” in developing a sustainable trade finance framework has been reached.
Singapore’s OCBC Bank to support green belt-and-road projects
by Graham Buck
The agreement aims to boost trade and investment opportunities between Singapore and China.
Mercedes-Benz warms to blockchain technology
by Graham Buck
The German carmaker aims to improve transparency and sustainability in complex supply chains.
Accenture partners with Mastercard, Amazon on ‘circular’ supply chains
by Graham Buck
The group will use the technology to promote sustainability in the supply chain.
Engaging suppliers on sustainability works – and saves billions
by Bija Knowles
115 companies requested environmental data from 5,500 key suppliers – with huge emissions reductions and cost savings of $19.3 billion
World’s top green businesses revealed in CDP A List
by Bija Knowles
CDP has published a list of over 140 corporates recognised as pioneers for action on climate change, water and deforestation
Global CEO concerns are shifting and their future focus is…
by Jack Large
More worried about geopolitics, climate change and security, less worried about growth, as sustainability becomes essential new focus
How to create a responsible supply chain
by Jack Large
Automate and have a constant focus and understand what is happening in your supply chain
How blockchain can solve financial AND environment problems
by Bija Knowles
Two key use-cases for blockchain – supply chain optimisation and new financing models – should be of interest to finance professionals