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How London's new 'super sewer' is redefining infrastructure investing

As pressure on UK infrastructure mounts, the Thames Tideway Tunnel is a case study of how private capital can support resilient infrastructure, urban regeneration and sound returns, says Chris Morgan.

Transition planning 'not a legal trap', lawyers say ahead of UK rules

The expected introduction in the UK of rules requiring the publication of climate transition plans is unlikely to increase legal risks for companies compared with existing company law, according to specialist barristers.

Curbing reach of CSDDD may be part of US trade negotiations, says Chamber of Commerce

US President Donald Trump is concerned at the "extra-territorial" reach of the EU's sustainability due diligence rules, and the US may use trade negotiations with the bloc to try to reduce its scope, according to a senior official at the US Chamber of Commerce.

Judge dismisses challenges against California climate disclosure rules

US investors urge EU to delay deforestation regulation

The American Chamber of Commerce to the European Union (AmCham EU) has called for a delay to the EU's Deforestation Regulation, saying that it is "extremely concerned" about the potential of companies to meet its upcoming implementation deadline.

Copenhagen Infrastructure & Amberside partner on UK solar

Philippines urges European investors to back green bond after COP disappointment

The Philippines has urged European investors to support its forthcoming $500 million green bond debut after the "disappointing" response of developed nations to support climate finance for emerging economies at the COP26 climate conference.

82% of US companies want 'flexible' ESG disclosures

More than 350 US companies want to be allowed to determine what ESG information is "material" to their business...

A champion of green finance, a great man: tributes flood in for Sir Roger Gifford

Export credit agencies, governments could face fossil fuel financing legal challenge

Export credit agencies (ECAs) and the governments that control them could face legal action if they do not take action to reduce the level of fossil fuel-related financing they undertake, according to a legal opinion provided by two lawyers.