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CA100+ net-zero benchmark is 'too complicated'

The Net-Zero Company Benchmark developed by Climate Action 100+ (CA100+) has potential to become an "essential tool" for investors, according to a climate finance campaigner, but currently suffers from being too complicated and lacking detailed requirements around current proof of alignment.

Hong Kong Airport expansion green bond 'pure greenwashing'

A proposed green bond from the Hong Kong Airport Authority (HKAA) has been described as "pure high-flying greenwashing" by a climate finance campaigner,...

Row over 'dangerous' TPI benchmark

Shareholder group steps up rare metals engagement

A group of shareholders with a total of €30 billion ($34 billion) in assets said it will this month begin stepping up its engagement with companies involved with potential controversies in the supply chains of rare earths and rare metals.

Investors welcome UK's plans for mandatory transition reporting

Investors and NGOs have given a cautious welcome to the UK's plans to introduce mandatory reporting for financial firms on their transition strategies.

NZAOA protocol leaves 'coal loophole' & misaligned with climate science, say NGOs

ESG 'ratings' term does a disservice to the industry, says FactSet

The terminology used to describe ESG ratings could harm the industry producing them...

ECB market neutrality strategy review 'disappointing'

The European Central Bank (ECB) has been criticised for a lack of urgency in its review of the 'market neutrality' principle...

News round-up: PRI, UNEP FI, DWS and more...

Reclaim Finance's four ways to safeguard financial stability during climate change