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UK mulling sustainability reporting protections amid US ESG backlash

The UK is considering how it can ensure companies expected to report under its Sustainability Reporting Standards (SRS) rules are not exposed to legal risks linked to anti-ESG policies in the US, a senior official said.

Climate risk 'contagion' from delayed emerging markets transition flagged in UK review

Growing climate-related risks in emerging markets and developing economies raise the prospect of "contagion" threatening global financial stability, according to a 120-page review commissioned by the UK government.

US regulators trail plans to weaken ESG rules

'Comply or explain' transition plan rules could hinder policy objectives, UK told

UK government concerns at increasing the "regulatory burden" on companies could lead it to adopt comply-or-explain transition plan rules rather than a mandatory regime - threatening its own objectives to catalyse green growth, according to a commentator.

Honolulu launches $223m green bond

Two Nepalese banks inaugurate local green bond market

The Nepalese green bond market has been kick-started after two banks in the country issued debut green bonds in recent weeks.

US Labor Department considers rescinding ESG rule for pensions

UK removes zombie renewables projects to attract international capital

Renewables investors are heartened by a promise to shorten grid connection times, writes Jennifer Forrest

Investors need to engage US policymakers to ensure ESG not prohibited, says ex-SEC director

There is heightened need for investors to engage with US policymakers to ensure they do not prohibit consideration of material ESG factors in investments, a former policy director at the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has urged.

US state financial officials call on SEC, DoL to curb ESG investing