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First investor expectations on deforestation published

The International Investor Group on Climate Change (IIGCC) and the Finance Sector Deforestation Action (FSDA) has published a 'first-of-its-kind' set of expectations for banks on eliminating deforestation.

Federated Hermes skeptical of ESG-linked executive pay

AI and biodiversity top engagement priorities for Federated Hermes

Why should investors care about Biodiversity Net Gain?

While England's Biodiversity Net Gain market is still in its infancy, some forward-thinking investors see it as an opportunity and a risk management priority. Genevieve Redgrave reports

Sustainable Debt Americas 2024: early bird ends on Friday

The early bird rate for Environmental Finance's annual Sustainable Debt Americas conference will end this Friday, so register now to save 20%. Environmental Finance subscribers receive a further 30% discount.

Federated Hermes and Finance Earth outline nature project development plan

Investors call for ramping up of ocean biodiversity data coverage

A group of large global investors has called on ESG data providers to develop better coverage of ocean biodiversity to help manage risks and meet the wider goals of the Global Biodiversity Framework.

Federated Hermes backs built environment healthcare research

UK nature investment fund first close 'soon', says Lord Benyon

The UK government-backed Big Nature Impact Fund (BNIF) is expected to announce its first close from private investors "soon", according to a senior minister.

Biodiversity funds underperform benchmarks in 2023

The growing universe of biodiversity funds generally posted positive returns in 2023, but active funds lagged their benchmarks. Genevieve Redgrave reports.