Finance & Investing
IRA’s $391 billion in clean energy funding makes it too lucrative for Trump to overhaul
Republicans don’t like the Inflation Reduction Act, but it’s popular with investors and the states. Read More
More money, more solutions: We must rethink finance to power the circular economy revolution
To fully capture the circular economy opportunity and trigger catalytic unlocks for the entire market, finance must break out of silos and think innovatively. Read More
Investors and activists demand an end to funding for lobby groups that oppose climate legislation
They’re asking why companies with net-zero goals support the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, which often opposes federal climate legislation. Read More
ESG can make or break a merger: Here’s what dealmakers are looking for
Miscalculating climate risk — or being unprepared for legal changes — can reduce M&A prices. Read More
How Your Team Can Navigate the New Era of ESG Compliance
The era of voluntary sustainability and ESG disclosure reporting is coming to a close. Newly enacted US and European rules are entering into force, creating a regulatory landscape that can be daunting to navigate. Read More
Billionaire Tom Steyer: 'Plug and play' bank loans to fossil fuel projects are 'insane'
In the energy transition, human health and welfare trump short-term returns, says climate tech investor Tom Steyer. Read More
$10 billion Bezos Earth Fund director: ‘Next wave’ in green finance is climate adaptation
Two key areas for climate investment are resilience to warming temperatures and phasing down fossil fuels, says Paul Bodnar. Read More
What corporate finance teams should know about SBTi’s new financial sector guidance
Updates for banks and other institutions setting science-based targets for emissions reductions take effect Nov. 30. Read More
How to Set and Achieve ESG Goals Through ‘Next-Level’ Data
In today’s evolving business landscape, the importance of high-quality data to support ESG goals cannot be overstated. With increasing regulatory pressures, such as CSRD and SEC, companies must ensure their ESG reporting is both transparent and accurate. Read More
Shell’s climate transition plan wins shareholder blessing: Why it matters
Shareholders prioritize short-term profits over net-zero future with approval of Shell’s downgraded transition plan. Read More