Finance & Investing
Why carbon buyers are overvaluing feel-good credits
"Charismatic" credits are overvalued at the expense of higher-impact projects, data from independent rater Calyx Global show. Read More
How not to let anti-ESG rhetoric reshape investment strategies
ESG analysis offers a more complete picture of the pros and cons of an investment choice in a portfolio. Read More
Should you insure your carbon credits? Lessons from the UK
Here's a comprehensive guide to what you need to know when considering carbon credit insurance, as policy offerings are set to expand in the U.S. Read More
How the fossil fuel industry is fighting for legitimacy by using Big Tobacco’s playbook
The fossil fuel industry has been unsettled by unfavorable trends in the stock market, the divestment movement and changes in popular opinion. Read More
Carbon neutral is a path, not a destination
Despite doubts and setbacks, it deserves a second look. Read More
For investors, U.S. super-regional banks are a critical blind spot in climate risk disclosure
A new report underscores how much super-regional banks are lagging on climate action — particularly risk disclosure — while facing less scrutiny than the largest financial institutions. Read More
What companies are looking for when hiring ESG controllers
Previous audit experience and familiarity with commonly used ESG reporting standards are key qualifications. Read More
Business momentum on climate action builds, as Climate Week NYC approaches
The world’s largest investors and companies are responding to the escalating risks of a warming planet, and capitalizing on the lucrative innovations emerging from the effort to address it. Read More
Texas lawsuit targets anti-ESG laws
A lawsuit accusing Texas of violating the First and 14th amendments for punishing companies for reducing their reliance on fossil fuels could have implications beyond the Lone Star state. Read More
ESG grows in importance for M&A dealmakers
Major developments around ESG disclosure standards and regulations have made it easier for buyers to assess a company’s ESG footprint and compare it to other potential targets. Read More