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Amazon is scaling its decarbonization strategy with a major sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) deal, becoming the first company to use SAF at Ontario International Airport under an expanded partnership with...
The IFRS Foundation has launched a suite of free e-learning modules to help companies and stakeholders implement the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) disclosure standards—IFRS S1 and IFRS S2. Accessible...
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has formally withdrawn two proposed rules central to the Biden-era ESG regulatory agenda—one requiring enhanced ESG disclosures from investment advisers, and another revising...
Australia has released its first sustainable finance taxonomy, providing a science-aligned, Paris-compatible framework to steer investments toward net zero. Developed by the Australian Sustainable Finance Institute (ASFI) with strategic oversight...
This week’s ESG developments spotlight powerful shifts in global regulation, clean energy infrastructure, carbon market innovation, and sustainable finance. From new bond frameworks in Asia to breakthrough fusion funding in...
The Basel Committee on Banking Supervision has published a voluntary framework for disclosing climate-related financial risks, aimed at internationally active banks and national regulators. “Jurisdictions are to consider whether to...
Nasdaq has officially launched the Nasdaq Carbon Academy, an on-demand learning platform designed to educate executives and sustainability leaders on carbon dioxide removal (CDR). Built in collaboration with AirMiners, a...
The European Commission has projected a need for €241 billion in nuclear investments by 2050 to deliver on EU Member States’ nuclear energy plans and achieve long-term energy decarbonization goals....
Schneider Electric and NVIDIA are co-developing AI-ready power, cooling, and control systems to accelerate sustainable data center infrastructure. Schneider Electric, a global leader in the digital transformation of energy management...
On June 13, 2025, California sued the Trump administration after it revoked waivers allowing the state to set stricter vehicle emission rules under the Clean Air Act. Governor Gavin Newsom...
Amazon has expanded its nuclear energy partnership with Talen Energy, securing 1,920 megawatts of carbon-free power to support its growing AI and cloud infrastructure needs. The electricity will be sourced...
Seven middle-income countries—Brazil, Egypt, Mexico, Namibia, South Africa, Türkiye, and Uzbekistan—have been selected by the Climate Investment Funds (CIF) to lead the launch of its $1 billion Industry Decarbonization investment...
The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has launched a public consultation on its draft Automotive Sector Net-Zero Standard, aiming to accelerate credible climate action in one of the world’s most...
RWE has returned to the hybrid bond market for the first time since 2015, successfully issuing a €1 billion green hybrid bond to support its renewable investment strategy. Split into...
Fervo Energy has secured $206 million in new funding to complete Phase I of Cape Station—set to become the world’s largest enhanced geothermal systems (EGS) development. This financing milestone cements...
Broadridge Financial Solutions has partnered with sustainability and ESG software firm Novisto to deliver a next-generation platform for ESG and sustainability data management and reporting, responding to increasing investor and...
The IFRS Foundation has released an initial set of 17 jurisdictional profiles, confirming tangible progress among 36 jurisdictions in aligning with the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) Standards—a critical step...
Lululemon has entered a 10-year offtake agreement with recycling innovator Samsara Eco to source recycled nylon 6,6 and polyester, aiming to meet 20% of its overall fibre needs with circular...
Vietnam has formally launched the first phase of its emissions trading scheme (ETS), targeting three carbon-heavy industries—steel, cement, and thermal power—in a bid to bring down its rising carbon footprint....
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation has made its 11th investment from the ME Innovation Fund, backing Japan-based startup Archeda, Inc., which develops carbon credit monitoring and analysis tools using satellite data. The...
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