Part 3: Anticipating climate change risks on sovereign bonds
Learn which countries are most vulnerable to climate change, and which countries have a high default risk due to their lower fiscal capacities.
UK Government announces funding to ensure households cut costs while reaching climate targets
Thousands of households across England will see energy bills reduced by up to £200 a year as government announces £67 million to install insulation and clean heating.
Airbus ramps up its ambition to develop the world’s first zero-emission commercial aircraft by 2035
Airbus announces how it is ramping up its ambition to develop the world’s first zero-emission commercial aircraft by 2035.
HSBC sets new net zero aligned targets to reduce emissions from oil and gas sectors
HSBC has committed to working with clients to develop valid, science-based transition plans to understand how it will move to net zero by 2050.
New report shows major investment is needed in long duration storage to ensure energy security in UK
Aurora Energy Research report demonstrates the importance of investing in Long Duration Electricity Storage to ensure a clean and affordable GB energy system in 2035.
Verizon fully allocates third $1 billion green bond
Verizon has issued its Green Bond Impact Report, outlining the full allocation of the nearly $1 billion of net proceeds from its third green bond.
Zenobe signs partnership with National Express for the UK’s largest ever single EV fleet
Zenobe has signed a partnership with National Express for the UK’s largest ever single EV fleet, providing 130 electric double decker buses in Coventry.
Mayor of London announces £90 million towards new green bonds
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has outlined bold proposals to secure more than £500 million for investing in climate action by issuing green bonds.
Turning Paris goals into reality
How can asset owners translate a high-level policy, such as the Paris Agreement goal of achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, into the measurable investment objectives that asset managers require? David Cox, Deputy CIO and Head of Listed Markets at Brunel Pension Partnership, explains there is no single answer – but there is the odd game-changer.
TPI publishes new report identifying sectoral decarbonisation pathways for all high emitting sectors
TPI’s decarbonisation pathways allow investors to assess the credibility of corporate commitments to net zero and alignment with the Paris Agreement goals.
EY launches new sustainability service to prepare for net zero plans by 2023
EY Carbon has received £100 million in investment to recruit over 1,300 professionals over the next three years.
NatWest launches green loans to help UK businesses go and grow greener
The new Green Loans proposition will offer borrowing with no arrangement fee to qualifying SMEs investing in eligible clean buildings, energy, transport and agriculture.
BMW Group significantly increases use of low-carbon steel in series production at European plants
Salzgitter AG and H2 Green Steel will provide 40% of steel demand for standard production at BMW Group’s European plants, saving 400,000 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Sustainable investing: no longer just an equity game
Investors are stepping up to embrace Sustainable Development Goal Strategies. Read how Detailhandel evolved its fixed income approach with SDGs in mind.
IIGCC launches first net zero guidance for private equity portfolios
The comprehensive guidance, covering metrics, targets, and implementation actions relevant to GPs and LPs, offers an industry-wide approach to net zero.
Jacobs secures RWE Green Hydrogen feasibility contract in the UK
The project adds to Jacobs’ growing portfolio of strategic solutions to support climate response and the energy transition.