Finance & Investing
Private climate investment needs to get intentional about gender and equity — here’s how
Decision-makers don’t reflect the diversity we need for a just transition. Read More
Coal, Deforestation, Zero-Emission Vehicles: A Closer Look at Six Key Commitments from the COP26 Climate Conference
Scientists say a rise in global temperatures beyond 1.5°C by the end of the century will cause catastrophic climate-changing events around the world. Sadly, temperatures are on pace to rise 2.7° C by the end of the century if major climate action doesn’t happen. The Insight Report, Coal, Deforestation, Zero-Emission Vehicles: A Closer Look at Six Key Commitments from the COP26 Climate Conference examines six commitments made by nations around the world to eliminate greenhouse gas emissions, reduce global warming and avert potential disaster. Read More
The energy transition needs metals. It needs social awareness, too
Mining companies may in future have to report on the impact of individual operations as part of more stringent ESG data reporting. Read More
HSBC, Walmart add science-based targets to supplier financing program
Under the new program, Walmart suppliers that have set at least three sustainability goals and are working towards a 1.5-degree Celsius target can get access to financing from HSBC. Read More
2021 was the year that…
Amid disheartening and discouraging news, a lot of reasons for hope. Read More
Taking climate justice seriously in the blue economy
Asset-based development could be the secret to adaptation and resilience for threatened coastal communities around the world. Read More
3 simple climate questions for your board going into 2022
If climate hasn’t been placed at the center of the board agenda yet, now is the time to make sure that it does. Read More
Why the growth of climate and ESG inside boardrooms gives me hope
If boards don't provide the insight and foresight, how can investors assess a company's ESG governance and value creation? Read More
Private financial institutions are stepping in to decarbonize steel
The Steel Climate-Aligned Finance Working Group, comprising ING, Societe Generale, Citi, Standard Chartered and UniCredit, has been convening since May 2021. Read More
Why divestment doesn’t work — and just won’t die
For one investor to sell a share, another must buy it. Period. Read More
