Gas, nuclear and the taxonomy: fuelling controversy
The EU is preparing to reveal its decision on whether to include nuclear and gas in its sustainability taxonomy. Michael Hurley presents the state of play
The 10 biggest announcements from COP26
COP26 provoked a blizzard of announcements from countries, companies and investors on how they plan to tackle climate change.
COP26 round-up, 4 November: The end of coal 'in sight' following historic pledges
23 countries made commitments to phase out coal power, including five of the world's top 20 coal power-using countries.
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.
PRI hires AMP Capital deputy chief David Atkin as new head
The UN Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) has announced AMP Capital deputy chief executive David Atkin will replace Fiona Reynolds...
Promises, promises ... asset managers and net zero - part two
The second part of this feature explores the power of engagement and why some investors do not want to sign up to the Net Zero Asset Managers Initiative. Thomas Cox reports
Investors urge US Congress to invest in climate in $3.5trn bill
CDP, Ceres and the Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) have asked the US Congress to include climate-related policies in a proposed $3.5 trillion spending bill.
BHP criticised as confirms oil and gas exit with Woodside deal
Pressure has been building on BHP to exit its fossil fuel assets, but its proposed deal to shift its oil and gas assets to Woodside has been criticised - and considered 'disastrous' for Woodside shareholders and the environment. Ahren Lester reports
PRI delays reporting overhaul to 2023
The Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) has delayed an overhaul of the reporting it requires of its signatories until 2023, after complaints that a pilot exercise demanded too much time to complete and resulted in data gaps and errors.
Fiona Reynolds to join Conexus Financial as CEO
Fiona Reynolds is to take on the role of chief executive of Conexus Financial, after announcing last month that she would be stepping down as chief executive of the Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI).