Tag: ESG
Obtains ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System) and ISO 50001 (Energy Management System) Recognized for continuous practices and commitment to enhancing sustainability management Samsung Bioepis Co., Ltd. today announced that it...
Rio Tinto and Volvo Group have signed a MoU to create a strategic partnership where Rio will supply responsibly sourced low-carbon products and solutions to Volvo Group and the companies...
Supported by financial and impact investors such as Microsoft’s Climate Innovation Fund, APG on behalf of its pension fund client ABP, and Nysnø Climate Investments – a wholly owned subsidiary...
Dr. Chen previously served as the inaugural Executive Deputy Superintendent of the Climate Division at the N.Y. State Department of Financial Services Served as Vice-Chair of the Climate Risk Steering...
Effective traceability across the global value chains is vital to making sustainable chocolate the norm and can only be achieved through collaboration of all stakeholders. Barry Callebaut is leading and...
Patch is embedding climate action into the global economy Patch has announced that it has raised $55 million in series B funding. This new round of funding brings Patch one...
Sustainable Real Assets Investor Vision Ridge Partners Commits Capital to Accelerate Platform Buildout Existing Investors Keyframe Capital and Cyrus Capital Increase Capital Commitments TeraWatt Infrastructure, a company powering electrified fleets...
Memorandum of Understanding to supply more than 800,000 tons of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) for the years 2023-2030 Cooperation to include new locations and new SAF production technologies OMV is...
The electricity company will guarantee supply for five months from the date of the positive assessment of the non-profit organisation. The company undertakes to advise beneficiaries on the different possibilities...
Exchange partnered with Syndio, an HR analytics platform Companies can analyze and resolve pay, performance gaps The New York Stock Exchange is adding tools for its publicly listed companies to track how...
Solution designed to integrate data from emissions-producing activities with initiatives to abate them Provides transparency to all stakeholders Helps businesses accurately and swiftly measure and reduce their overall carbon footprint...
Interim decarbonisation targets set for 2030, reinforcing commitment to net zero financed emissions by 2050 Represents one of the most comprehensive sets of decarbonisation targets in global banking industry Bank...
Next generation LinuxONE servers extend IBM’s capabilities to help clients across industries, including Citibank, reach sustainability targets IBM ( NYSE: IBM) today unveiled the next generation of its LinuxONE server, a highly...
Establishes Safety, Health, Environment (SHE) team to strengthen company’s ESG management and operations NEXEN TIRE, a leading global tire manufacturer, announced the release of its ESG report for 2021–2022 that...
Join founders and funders with a passion for impact who are leading and funding innovative ventures helping to build a better world by solving climate, energy, and sustainability challenges. Are...
Event Details Join Stella Y. Xu, Executive Director of Strategic Research at J.P. Morgan Corporate and Investment Bank for a discussion of key trends in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG)...
Initiative aims to amplify the visibility and increase media representation of women entrepreneurs leading the fashion sector towards a responsible future. The Conscious Fashion Campaign, an initiative of the Fashion...
Solar energy packages developed specifically for IKEA Family loyalty members “We need to make the process of switching to renewables convenient and easy” To continue its ambition to make sustainable...
Company is committed to reducing greenhouse emissions 26% by 2030 and being net zero by 2050 Moving freight by rail instead of truck reduces GHG emissions by up to 75%...
LISC to lead Harris County Homeownership Collaborative and new initiative to create 5,000 homeowners of color by 2025. Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner and local elected officials joined LISC Houston and the Harris County Homeownership Collaborative,...
Intercontinental Exchange, Inc., a leading global provider of data, technology and market infrastructure, released the company’s annual sustainability report, which includes ESG highlights from the last year and outlines the...
Series E round led by new investors BMO Impact Investment Fund and Ares Management By 2023, the company will own and operate 13 high-tech, climate-controlled hydroponic greenhouses, covering more than...
Audited ESG Report 2022 shows accelerated progress toward industry-leading targets for 2025 Firmenich, the world’s largest privately-owned fragrance and taste company, releases its annual ESG Report, tracking progress toward the...
Deal is expected to raise billions of dollars Proceeds earmarked for projects including renewable energy, clean transport and green buildings Crown prince has committed to investing $40 billion in local...
The Monetary Authority of Singapore and Singapore Exchange have jointly launched ESGenome, a digital disclosure portal for companies to report ESG data in a structured and efficient manner, and for...
ReneSola Ltd (“ReneSola Power” or the “Company”) (www.renesolapower.com) ( NYSE: SOL), a leading fully integrated solar project developer, today announced the publication of its inaugural Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report, which...
Committed to telling and amplifying stories of underrepresented audiences 7 of 12 Paramount Board members are women — one of the highest percentages among S&P 500 companies “Our duty and...
Edenred, the world leader in earmarked funds solutions, will join the Paris stock exchange’s Euronext CAC 40 ESG index on September 19, 2022, taking its place alongside other companies demonstrating outstanding environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices. The Euronext CAC 40...
The already operational site in Sandersville, Georgia, includes 80 MW of total capacity supporting 2.4 EH/s of bitcoin mining; Total planned capacity is 230 MW, expected to support 7.0 EH/s;...
The Securities and Exchange Commission today adopted amendments to its rules to implement inflation adjustments mandated by the Jumpstart Our Business Startups (JOBS) Act. The SEC is required to make...
The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced charges against a number of investment advisers that failed to comply with requirements relating to safekeeping client assets and/or to timely update their...
On will resell used shoes on the new site, called Onward, and plans to add clothing by the end of the year The Swiss athletic brand On is launching a resale site Thursday, making it...
Zscaler, Inc., the leader in cloud security, has announced that it has achieved carbon neutral status for 2022 and has set a new goal to reach net zero emissions by...
Europe is rich in diversity. All territories face the same societal challenges, such as climate change, energy crisis, or the interruption of supply chains, but these impact on regions in...
Chevron Corporation, through its affiliate Chevron Australia Pty Ltd, is part of three joint ventures that have been granted an interest in three greenhouse gas assessment permits offshore Australia. The...
650- and 1,000-gallon water tanks sourced for each of 54 elementary, middle and high schools in the district Designed and built distribution system to make the water easily accessible to...
Newly-developed BMW round cells optimized for NEUE KLASSE architecture Costs for whole high-voltage battery up to 50% lower than for current generation “Huge leap in technology for energy density, charging...
43% reduction target by 2030 is 50% more aggressive than the previous administration’s Government financing agencies will be required to consider emissions targets in funding decisions “Enshrining a policy in...
Kroger’s Zero Hunger | Zero Waste impact plan has directed 2.3 billion meals to communities Company continues to achieve milestones in climate impact, packaging, human capital management, human rights and...
The J.M. Smucker Co. ( NYSE: SJM) today issued its 2022 Corporate Impact Report, including its Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Disclosure Report, detailing its commitment to responsible business practices and continued progress...
In its endeavor to realize the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business (CKGSB) has produced a special publication, ‘CKGSB 2022 ESG and Social Innovation Report:...
Dow leaders receive global acknowledgment for supporting women in business and driving change for gender diversity and equity in the workplace. Dow ( NYSE: DOW) announced that four of its leaders have...
The First-Annual ESG Report Reinforces the Company’s Commitment to its People, the Communities it Serves, and the Planet. Nutrabolt, a global active health and wellness company, announced the release of its...
The Remote Marketplace expansion will empower the company’s customers across the globe to take action against climate change. Remote, the leader in building, managing, and supporting global, distributed workforces, is...
New RecycleOS Robot Operation Center is the first-ever 24/7 centralized monitoring service for tracking robotic cells in recycling facilities to increase productivity without requiring additional MRF staff EverestLabs, developer of...
Solution will help (re)insurers operationalize the way they measure ESG risk at point of underwriting “The (re)insurance industry has a pivotal role to play in helping corporates make the transition...
Biodiversity continues to decline Slow progress toward achieving good status for water bodies More action needed to improve recyclabiity and waste prevention Air pollution still a major concern The EU...
Precise risk scores for each sector in all countries Encompassing labor rights, environmental risks and political risks Bottom-up approach to robustly assess inherent ESG risk exposure Verisk Maplecroft, a global...
Airline Signs Purchase Agreement for up to 400 eVTOL Aircraft from Eve Aiming to Revolutionize Commuter Experience in Cities Around the World United announced a $15 million investment in Eve...
Strategic partnership and joint production that aims to set the standard in sustainable and all-electric transportation European factory would produce large electric vans for both companies Further options for increased...
Kim Leinwand Erle H.I.G., a leading global alternative investment firm with over $50 billion of equity capital under management, announced that it has hired Kim Leinwand Erle as Managing Director...
New benchmarks based on most recent Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report “The 2021 IPCC report signaled a ‘code red’ for humanity.” More than half of global AUM are...
Thematic active ETFs will seek to provide access to alpha opportunities through a range of sustainable themes Funds focusing on Consumption, Social Advancement and Infrastructure J.P. Morgan Asset Management has...
Exclusive collaboration between B Corp™ accounting firm and preeminent ESG assessment tool that aligns with the world’s leading ESG and sustainability standards Sensiba San Filippo LLP (SSF), a West Coast accounting and business-consulting...
Highly Regarded Industry Pro to Further Expand and Deepen Key Business Elements Driving Putnam’s Sustainability Efforts Jacquelyn (“Jackie”) S. VanderBrug, Head of Sustainability Strategy for Putnam Investments (Photo: Business Wire) Putnam...
Image: GE 4.2-117 Onshore Wind Turbine. Source: GE Renewable Energy GE Renewable Energy to supply 19 of its 4.2-117 onshore wind turbines for a total installed capacity of 79.8 MW....
Agreements include 10 global airlines. Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) is associated with up to a 100% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions vs. traditional jet fuel. “SAF has a vital role...
New data visualization tool designed to make sustainable investing more understandable, engaging and actionable. Empowers investors to make choices that align with their own definition of success. Differing motivations warrant...
Image: Delta 767-400ER. Source: Delta Air Lines The carrier has increased its representation of women and underrepresented racial and ethnic groups over the past year. Greatest acceleration seen among women...
Image sources: DOE, Pixabay Urban Integrated Field Laboratories (IFLs) will inform the development of resilience technology to protect diverse communities Locations include Chicago, Baltimore and Texas Gulf Coast “Understanding the...
Image source: Walmart Collaboration will ultimately serve hundreds of thousands of Medicare beneficiaries. Initial launch in Florida and Georgia. “We’re on a journey to transform health care… at a cost...
Image source: Emerge Canada Emerge is Canada’s first and only women-owned investment firm. “Practical and real-world approach to sustainability.” Also launching EMPWR program to encourage more women to be investment...
Image: Daniel Hanna. Source: Barclays Barclays was among the first banks to commit to net zero by 2050. Hanna joins Barclays from Standard Chartered. Supporting clients to decarbonize and adapt...
J.P. Morgan research analysts to leverage Datamaran to monitor material ESG risks and opportunities. Datamaran’s AI-driven technology measures both financial and impact materiality. Datamaran, a leading ESG risk management platform,...
Quadient (Euronext Paris: QDT), a leader in helping businesses create meaningful customer connections through digital and physical channels, announced today the company has been named a finalist for the Reuters Events...
Board-level progress at top UK companies beats US counterparts Major FTSE oil, gas and mining companies lead the way More than half of FTSE 100 companies now have a board-level...
Enviva Inc and privately held Alder Fuels have agreed to partner on the long-term supply of biomass byproducts from timber for making a biofuel for aviation, a key part of cutting...
Image source: Green Plains Funding awards are part of DOE’s effort to support biofuel development for the clean energy economy. Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) has developed process to convert...
Image: Side chapel of St. Mary’s Abbey Church. Source: Glencairn Abbey St. Mary’s Abbey in Glencairn aims to replace oil with a self-sufficient biofuel heating source. The monastery is already...
Image source: Solvay Follows campaign by Bluebell to stop waste discharge that has transformed Tuscan coastline Solvay currently dumps 250,000 tons per year into the Mediterranean Company to also invest...
Image source: Building Ventures New fund will focus on early-stage startups. Building Ventures has funded 20 startups over the last five years. Investments include Dandelion, the nation’s leading geothermal company,...
Image: Iberdrola Tower, Bilbao. Source: Iberdrola Iberdrola Chairman Galán met with Victoria’s Premier Andrews and Minister D’Ambrosio of Energy, Environment, Climate Action and Solar Homes. Company currently has a portfolio...
Image: Electric arc furnace #1 at U. S. Steel’s Fairfield Works. Source: U.S. Steel U. S. Steel announced the closing of $290 million unsecured Arkansas Development Finance Authority environmental improvement...
Image source: Aegon Asset Management Fund to have at least 30% less carbon intensity than broader credit market Embedded with Aegon’s proprietary climate transition and ESG analysis Aegon Asset Management...
Image source: Howden Group Insurance covers third-party fraud, negligence Partnership with Respira and Nephila Capital Carbon credit trading projected to exceed $50 billion by 2030 Broker Howden Group said it...
The Institute of ESG & Benchmark (IESGB) held the inaugural awards ceremony of the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Achievement Awards 2021/2022 in Hong Kong on 30 August. Fosun International was awarded...
Fagerhult Group commits to Science Based Targets initiative, SBTi, this was communicated at the Capital Markets Day that was held in Stockholm on August 31st. During the Capital Markets Day, Fagerhult Group presented...
Callon Petroleum Company ( NYSE: CPE) today announced the publication of the Company’s 2021 Sustainability Report, titled Shaping Our Future. This report is the Company’s third report and provides a comprehensive overview...
VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC, a North American leader in delivering innovative environmental solutions supporting its clients in achieving their sustainability goals and a portfolio company of I Squared Capital, today announced...
The Securities and Exchange Commission today charged Energy Innovation Capital Management, LLC (EIC), a California-based exempt reporting adviser, with charging excess management fees from two venture capital funds. EIC has...
EIF contributes €25 million, KfW Capital €10 million of €100 million raised by the Green Generation Fund. The focus of the investments lies in plant-based protein production instead of factory farming, CO2 avoidance,...
New partnership will focus on Carrier’s Abound Ventures, co-founded by Wilson, and line of air purifiers to sustainably improve indoor air quality NFL Super Bowl-winning quarterback Russell Wilson is partnering with Carrier Global...
World’s first EV charger to connect to a Home Energy Management System enables control over charging time, CO2 emission monitoring and lowers energy bills Connect to the Wiser App to manage...
Sasol and ITOCHU Corporation have signed a MoU to jointly study and develop the market and supply chain for green ammonia with a focus on its use as bunkering fuel...
The Tyre Collective does not yet have a name for its device. Hanson Cheng, one of the London-based startup’s three co-founders, calls it a “box.” Built to attach behind the wheel...
Lufthansa Technik has begun applying a film to reduce air drag Riblet drag reduction may be applied to wind turbines, ships Earlier this year, a Lufthansa Group Boeing 747-400 flying on the...
Commercial and multifamily real estate development professional brings more than a decade of experience focusing on green building and sustainability-based investments Crow Holdings, a leading real estate investment and development...
Norms may eventually apply to unlisted companies, KPMG says Regulator also plans to collect historical data on emissions India’s new environmental rules will help eliminate green washing by requiring companies...
ESG report design process has helped companies share their positive impacts on employees, local communities, and the world OBATA, a creative agency with nearly 75 years of serving clients throughout North...
Fosun International Limited (HKEX stock code: 00656, “Fosun International”), together with its subsidiaries (“Fosun” or the “Group”) held its 2022 interim results presentation on 31 August in the form of...
QatarEnergy’s affiliates QatarEnergy Renewable Solutions and Qatar Fertiliser Company have signed agreements for the construction of the Ammonia-7 Project, the ‘first world-scale and largest blue ammonia facility’ project. QatarEnergy is...
Canadian Solar Inc. (NASDAQ: CSIQ) today announced it was awarded a 253 MWp solar plus 1,000 MWh battery energy storage project in Chile’s public tender CNE 2022/01 held by Chile’s Energy National Commission (CNE) in July 2022....
Enertiv, the operational intelligence platform for commercial real estate, has announced the launch of its Capital Planning module to support deep carbon reductions in the built environment. This module, now...
Researchers in the remote Puna Desert of Argentina discover “extremophiles” that make plant growth possible on highly degraded soil, boost yields 9-13% on fertile soil and replace synthetic fertilizers. Today Puna Bio...
In addition to long-term financial returns, the UI-Aktia Sustainable Corporate Bond aims to achieve significant social and environmental benefits by investing in European sustainable development bonds. Initially, the fund will...
The acquisition is Measurabl’s second this year, further strengthening its ESG technology platform Measurabl, the world’s most widely adopted ESG technology platform for real estate, today announced its acquisition of...
Hisense has joined forces with FIFA, through its Football for Schools programme, to help increase environmental awareness among children in South Africa. Football for Schools, a global programme to make football...
Andromeda continues its roadmap in search and capture of investments with ESG attributes. Invested by Iberdrola, the ICO Next Tech Fund, Nortia Capital and Seaya, this investment vehicle has entered the capital...
Tetra Tech, Inc., a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services, announced that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Research and Development (ORD) awarded the Company a...
Volkswagen subsidiary Elli and technology company &Charge have forged a partnership committed to creating continuously better charging experiences Evaluating the charging infrastructure or making a purchase in one of...
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