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Hopes landmark EU nature restoration law will pass, as elections loom

An EU policymaker is "optimistic" that a landmark law to restore nature in the bloc will soon be adopted, the latest in a series of green policies which are expected to be completed ahead of elections later this year.

EU preparing biodiversity risk assessment framework

The European Commission is preparing to publish a framework designed to help financial institutions assess nature-related risks in coming weeks, an Environmental Finance conference heard.

SEC stumbles into battleground of climate materiality

Letting companies decide whether emissions are material to their business opens the door for disputes, writes Michael Hurley

UK to update nature markets strategy

The UK government is set to release an updated version of its nature markets framework this week to improve consistency of nature projects, while also looking to expand collaboration with the financial sector.

Spending on ESG data 'to hit $2bn this year'

Innovating finance to combat plastic pollution

A new mechanism is needed that can generate adequate, predictable, and timely funding from the private sector, writes Chever Voltmer

UK pensions taskforce tells regulators to consider requiring disclosures on social aspects

Key vote on CSDDD delayed again

A key vote for EU countries to approve the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) has been delayed again, with Italy and Austria said to be among those to have raised concerns at the latest text.

Opportunities and challenges for offshore wind

The industry faces a crucial test in coming months as it looks to shrug off headwinds including inflation and supply chain issues, write Gauthier Martin and Alexander Leff

EU countries voice support for CSDDD compromise ahead of key vote