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Asian banks not taking enough action on nature-related risks, warns WWF

Banks across Asia are failing to take action on nature-related risks in their supply chains, which could put them at risk from tightening regulation, WWF Singapore said.

AIGCC launches forestry and energy transition working groups

Australian regulator launches greenwashing litigation against superfund

The Australian regulator has launched court action against 'superfund' Mercer Super for misleading its sustainable fund investors over its involvement in fossil fuels.

Ascor to benefit emerging market-focused bond investors, says ABN Amro

An asset-owner backed framework to assess countries' climate risk and performance will be particularly beneficial for investors looking to invest in developing countries and emerging markets bonds, ABN Amro has said.

India keen to 'set the pace' on ESG, says HSBC

Recent regulatory developments that push India's ESG requirements forward show it is looking to "set the pace in certain areas", HSBC has said.

Climate litigation unlikely to be as significant in Asia, says HSBC

As climate-related litigation ramps up around the world, HSBC has predicted it will be much less prevalent across Asia.

Eastspring: Some 'sustainable' funds will 'wilt' amid strengthening regulatory scrutiny

With regulatory scrutiny rising alongside investor interest, Eastspring says 'true-to-label' sustainable funds in Asia are set for a much better year. Ahren Lester reports

Nikko AM launches sustainable investment team

Singapore consults on 'measures-based' taxonomy for industrials

Singapore has proposed a 'measures-based approach' for the industrial sector in its taxonomy, under which companies would be encouraged to take action to reduce their emissions, such as retrofitting to deliver energy efficiency gains.

Hydrogen index launched by Hang Seng