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Euroclear, one of the world’s biggest settlement systems for stock and bond trades, has bought a big stake in fintech Greenomy to tap into growing demand for services that help...
Project successfully powered utility customers solely with energy stored in a flow battery In support of California’s goals for 100% carbon-free electricity, grid reliability and climate resilience, San Diego Gas...
IBM’s new acquisition Envizi is an environmental performance management Saas and now part of a trend of green tech corporate solutions provider buyouts After announcing its plans to reach net-zero emissions...
The Davos Agenda 2022 virtual event took place 17-21 January 2022. It featured heads of state and government, CEOs and other leaders coming together to propose solutions to pressing global...
Capital Finance International (“CFI”) has awarded its Best Energy Business Strategy, North America 2021 Award to Golar LNG Limited (“Golar”). In its citation for the award, CFI highlighted Golar’s commitment to repurposing existing assets and using those...
The shareholders’ meeting of Prada appointed on Friday environmental, social and governance (ESG) experts Pamela Culpepper and Anna Maria Rugarli as independent non-executive directors to its board, the Italian fashion...
Individuals and organizations around the world are racing to cut emissions to prevent the worst outcomes of global warming. These efforts usually focus on the atmosphere, but the oceans of...
CSE’s Annual Sustainability Practitioners event “Winning the ESG Race – Trends for 2022 and beyond.” brought together thought leaders, institutions, and top corporate executives in a high level discussion on regulatory changes and...
Blockchain-based SaaS smart document platform and Blockchain API company, successfully completes digitization of Vatican University archives and will now index digital documents for public blockchain tokenization access ShelterZoom, a smart...
Rural lifestyle retailer earns spot on corporate equality indices, joins industry leaders in sustainability consortium Tractor Supply Company, the largest rural lifestyle retailer in the United States, today announced significant milestones...
In line with its global $1.5 billion-backed ESG ambition, KPMG is stepping up its investments in the Middle East ESG practice. Newly appointed to lead the charge is Fadi Al-Shihabi,...
Exchange-traded funds focusing on environmental, social and governance themes have been one of the fastest-growing market segments in a couple of years, but so far have yet to reach the...
Built from the ground up by Canadians, for Canadian businesses GreenWorks Environmental Partnership (“GreenWorks ESG”), a Canadian tech startup, has developed a new solution that streamlines and simplifies how companies...
Among the three facets of ESG, governance has been around the longest as an active concern but is not discussed as prominently as the other two. However, without proper governance,...
Michelle Dunstan, Chief Responsibility Officer; Senior Investment Advisor—Global ESG Improvers Strategy Jennifer DeLong, Managing Director, Head—Defined Contribution; President—AllianceBernstein Trust Company “In mid-October, the US Department of Labor (DOL) proposed a...
Morrow Sodali Global Leader in M&A Transactions Gryphon Advisors, Inc. (“Gryphon”), Canada’s best-in-class full-service proxy solicitation, contested situations, corporate governance advisory and strategic shareholder services firm has formally changed its...
Company Included in 2022 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index and Named Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality from The Human Rights Campaign Foundation (Becton, Dickinson and Company) (NYSE: BDX), a leading global...
Quhuo Limited (“Quhuo” or the “Company”), a leading gig economy platform from China, has formed a special taskforce for food delivery workers who cannot ride electric scooters and can only...
What’s the latest? The European Commission (EC) drafted a proposal for its much-anticipated sustainable investing taxonomy right at the close of 2021. The taxonomy creates a common set of criteria to determine...
The commercial real estate industry has had a heightened focus on Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) initiatives over the last few decades. The COVID-19 pandemic and other global challenges over...
Soft drinks maker Coca-Cola Cambodia has been working to provide clean water for local schoolchildren, inaugurating an AquaTower-Water Filtration System and AquaSan-Latrine System for 1,300 students at Hun Sen Kor...
Highlights: Administered more than 34.6 million COVID-19 vaccinations and more than 10 million tests as of the end of fiscal 2021 Committed to reducing our carbon emissions by 30 percent...
Sungrow, the global leading inverter solution supplier for renewables, announced that the Company ranked first in the 2021 China Top 500 ESG Companies list released jointly by the well-known organization...
Schuyla Jeanniton named Executive Director, Ethics and Compliance and Chief of Staff and Quality Lead for the company’s Chief Administrative Officer organization Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) named Mark Sifferlen the...
IXcellerate, a leading commercial data center operator and the home for hypercloud in Russia, recently announced that it raised c. $190 million in financing from existing and new investors including...
PwC—a leader in corporate social responsibility, environmental initiatives, and diversity and inclusion, and a passionate community of solvers who helps clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes by providing the...
An Average of 90 Percent of Waste is Diverted on Any Event Day at Award-Winning Venue Recently, it was announced by the Atlanta Hawks and State Farm Arena that they...
At the end of 2021, the Russian mining giant succeeded in stopping some harmful emissions completely, and sulfur dioxide emissions on the Kola Peninsula were reduced by 85% in 2021...
MUMBAI : The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) issued a consultation paper to streamline and standardize the ratings of companies on Environmental Social and Governance metrics. As per the...
IBM announced that it has acquired Australian startup Envizi to add to its package of ESG (environmental, social and governance) offerings to help measure environmental impact up and down the supply chain. The...
Leveraging IBM’s key management capabilities, Metaco’s Seamus Donoghue said there are a number of similar deals in the pipeline. Crypto-friendly UnionBank of the Philippines will be using cryptocurrency safekeeping technology...
Betty Moy Huber and Sarah Fortt to lead environmental, social and governance team with London partner Paul Davies ESG is “a front and center concern” says New York managing partner...
Neuberger Berman, a private, independent, employee-owned investment manager announced that Daniel Hanson, CFA, joined the firm today and will become Head of the U.S. Sustainable Equity team effective April 1, 2022. Mr....
PGIM, the $1.5 trillion global investment management business of Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU), continues and deepens its focus on environmental, social and governance (ESG) investing with the appointment of...
Greek MEP, Eva Kaili, was elected one of the European Parliament’s (EP) 14 vice-presidents on Tuesday. Kaili, who was elected for the Movement for Change (KINAL) party and sits with...
Adient (NYSE: ADNT), a global leader in automotive seating, today released its 2021 Sustainability Report. The report — available at www.adient.com/about-us/sustainability — details Adient’s Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) actions and performance in...
Axalta (NYSE: AXTA), a leading global supplier of liquid and powder coatings, today announced its commitment to an absolute reduction of 50 percent of Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG)...
(“Chunghwa” or “the Company) today announced that its Board of Directors (the “Board”) resolved to raise up to NT$10 billion of unsecured corporate bonds in Taiwan. The proceeds will be used to finance...
The New Zealand Merino Company’s regenerative wool platform, ZQRX, is proud to celebrate significant growth milestones, alongside a new mission-driven partnership with Actual. For over 25 years The New Zealand Merino...
Digital Hub to include team of ESG and digital transformation experts based in Saudi Arabia who will leverage recently announced cloud partnership with Virtual Vision to deploy ESG applications in-Kingdom Plan includes...
Telecom giant Verizon announced the release of its new Green Bond Impact Report, indicating that it has fully allocated the nearly $1 billion of funds raised in its most recent...
In a joint announcement with French President Emmanuel Macron, global chemical and specialty materials company Eastman Chemical Company unveiled today plans to invest up to $1 billion in a material-to-material...
Sustainable investing-focused group the Institutional Investors Group on Climate Change (IIGCC) announced the publication of an open letter to European Union Member State representatives and parliament members, calling for gas...
Luxury brand Burberry announced that it has signed a £300 million sustainability linked loan, with terms tied to the company’s performance towards achieving its zero and supply chain decarbonization ESG...
ExxonMobil announced its ambition to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions for operated assets by 2050, backed by a comprehensive approach to develop detailed emission-reduction roadmaps for major facilities and...
Pinch Food Design is a small-to-medium business, and like all companies, we have many responsibilities. Sustainability may not always be foremost in one’s thoughts between team management, customer service, sales, meetings, and...
When Bob Spiegel (executive chef) and TJ Girard (creative director) first started Pinch, instead of writing a Mission Statement that closely resembled Tolstoy’s WAR AND PEACE, they began developing their most passionate values to become our...
Customer service is the backbone that supports any product or service. An effective Customer Service and Sales Manager excels in two roles–understanding customers’ needs and being an inspiring team leader....
Mumbai: Impact investment firm Aavishkaar Capital (Aavishkaar), in partnership with German state-owned investment and development bank KfW, has launched a $250 million ESG First Fund. This fund will focus on strengthening...
ShelterZoom and blockchain document management platform joins an influential group of global leaders, NGOs, and companies at the forefront of sustainable development ShelterZooom, a smart document management solutions provider, has been...
bp and Oman partner to progress world-class scale renewable energy and green hydrogen development in support of Oman’s 2040 Vision Integrated project expected to include onshore wind, solar and green...
Danmarks Nationalbank, the central bank of Denmark announced today the completion of its inaugural green bond issuance, raising kr. 5 billion ($570 million) to fund the government’s expenditures and investments...
Cision is pleased to announce that it is expanding its suite of services for brands seeking to tell their Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) story. This new suite of services continues...
Money is pouring into ESG assets, as investors pay more attention to environmental, social and governance considerations. Cathrine De Coninck-Lopez, Global Head of ESG at Invesco discusses the key trends...
More and more investors are thinking about environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) issues when allocating their portfolios. Additionally, cryptocurrency is starting to capture an allocation from a growing number...
Anne Simpson Brings 35 Years of International Investment and Academic Expertise to Lead Franklin Templeton’s Global Stewardship, Sustainability and ESG Strategy Franklin Templeton has appointment ESG industry veteran Anne Simpson...
Life insurance giant Aviva Investors today threw its £262 billion weight into the City’s ongoing debate over the corporate world’s in wider society. In his annual Letter to Chairs, CEO...
PepsiCo Beverages North America (PBNA) A $35 million investment with Closed Loop Partners that will create the “Closed Loop Local Recycling Fund,” Closed Loop Local Recycling Fund,” is an innovative circular economy...
Blackstone Launches Sustainable Resources Credit Platform
Anne Simpson developed and executed the sustainability investment strategy for the giant California pension plan. Franklin Templeton has appointed Anne Simpson as its global head of sustainability. In the new...
Alice Pomponio thinks it’s sensible for an organization like the American Cancer Society to be involved in venture capital. “We have the knowledge, the insights, the data, to do things...
Senior figures at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos have agreed that Environmental, Social and Governance ESG standards are coming – and will soon apply to all industries. And...
(E&E News) – The Biden administration is taking steps to undercut former President Trump when it comes to climate change and investing. The Labor Department released a proposal yesterday that...
The World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting will take place in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland from 22-26 May 2022. It will take place under the theme of Working Together, Restoring Trust. It will...
As stakeholders pay more attention to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues, the greatest challenge chief financial officers will face is making sense of the huge amount of ESG data...
Wealthsimple North American Green Bond Index ETF allows investors to benefit from growth in the green bond market and align investing with their values Mackenzie Investments (“Mackenzie”) today announced the listing...
(CNBC) – The economy isn’t the only concern billionaire Ray Dalio has on his mind lately. Like many others, he’s also anxious about climate change. “It worries me. It’s almost like I worry for...
CQS is ‘investigating’ a sustainable CLO for European market CLO yields among highest in alternative credit: Hintze By Tatiana Darie and Nishant Kumar Michael Hintze’s hedge fund is mulling a...
Kapoor with his network and insight into building partnerships in both the private and public sectors will lead efforts to improve the adoption of 5ire’s technology Founder and CEO of...
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) is one of the fastest growing areas of corporate management policy. ESGs are a set of standards covering a company’s operations that describe how it...
A survey found that almost 32 percent of retail consumers are adopting a more sustainable lifestyle says Deloitte Global.
News Summary: Report covers Waters’ progress on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives for 2020 through June 2021 Provides increased transparency and data with detailed disclosures in line with the...
Sustainable assets at BlackRock more than doubled in 2021 as the fund manager’s total AUM broke through the $10 trillion barrier.
Bloomberg announced that Sustainalytics’ ESG Research and Ratings are now available via the Bloomberg Terminal. With the proliferation of sustainable investing strategies over the last several years, investors increasingly need...
Companies whose business activities are centered on ESG principles are likely to attract loyal clients, employees, and financial backers.
57 organizations released an open letter for the European Union to act on ESG disclosure standards. They encourage the European Commission to promote a global baseline set of standards through...
Vanguard recently filed an initial registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to introduce Vanguard Baillie Gifford Global Positive Impact Stock Fund, which is designed to meet the...
Investors have been finding it increasingly difficult to find assets that achieve their required return and meet their ESG needs.
From vegan products to cellular meat startups, the alternative meat market is booming, creating huge opportunities for investment.
The Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) today published guidance for investment funds on their disclosure practices that relate to environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations, particularly funds whose investment objectives reference ESG factors...
A new bill in the state of New York could require fashion brands to disclose social and climate impacts to reduce their environmental impact.
Innovative, news-driven data set offers timely, transparent and tailored insights for asset managers to enhance ESG portfolio strategies Dow Jones today announced the launch of its sustainability data to help...
Amy Homan, Founder of Evolverie challenges fast fashion through her local brand that produces clothing with a conscience.
How Social Enterprises Can Help Corporations Meet Their ESG Goals: The private sector is undergoing a seismic transformation, driven in part by the climate crisis, Covid-19, and extreme financial inequality....
Brands For Good 2021/2022 awards focuses on authentic ethical companies who strive to do good and by embodying the principles of ESG.
Northampton, MA –News Direct– Antea Group The Crucial ESG Topics to Focus On Right Now ESG-focused business strategy isn’t just a feel-good concept anymore — it’s increasingly necessary to attract...
Entrepreneur Kevin O’Leary expressed his interest in purchasing stocks of mining companies that use sustainable energy. Canadian businessman Kevin O’Leary laid out his plans to invest in mining company stocks....
Companies thinking beyond profits isn’t “woke,” the BlackRock founder Larry Fink argued in his latest letter to Wall Street chiefs. As the founder and C.E.O. of BlackRock, Larry Fink commands...
Purpose ESG Holdings Inc. (“Purpose ESG” or the “Company”), an investment issuer building a portfolio of technology companies demonstrating leadership in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) outcomes, is announcing the appointment...
The study is another signal that talent shortages are hitting parts of the financial industry Canada’s financial sector is facing a talent shortage in sustainable finance as demand for people...
ESG investing has come a long way over the past few decades. In the early stages, it was largely an exercise in exclusion, as investors constructed portfolios that avoided industries like...
Daiwa Securities Living to sell bond for homes for the elderly Global issuance of environmental, social debt has increased Japan is using the corporate bond market to tackle the challenge...
Forum has teamed up with ‘CoinDesk’ to accelerate efforts around ESG targets for the crypto ecosystem The World Economic Forum has teamed up with CoinDesk, a news site specialising in digital...
· The social, governance, and environmental impact of cryptocurrency encompasses both new opportunities and challenges · A new accelerator dedicated to shaping the future of crypto-enabled Environmental, Social and Governance...
Crypto is all about community and in 2021 the community spoke loud and clear about its concerns regarding negative environmental impacts, sustainability, the corruption in government and governmental structures, supply...
Ingka Investments has acquired 1,321 hectares (3,264 acres) of land in Florida as part of its long-term commitment to responsible forest management. The investment property, Tupelo Honey, consists of two...
In the annual ranking of top U.S. companies on ESG metrics conducted by Just Capital, there were some major moves in 2022.
The public has a burgeoning love-hate relationship with blockchain technology. The democratic and decentralized nature of this cryptocurrency -powered ledger has been hailed by many, but others are worried that...
Matthew Roszak, Chairman of Bloq discusses future of digital assets with Matt Bird at the Blockchain for Europe (EU Parliament)
Indian technology and services firms will see business grow from the increasing investments by global firms in improving their environmental, social and governance goals (ESG), a new study by IT...
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