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'Scope 4' emissions 'key' to assessing real world transition impact

Calculating the 'Scope 4' avoided emissions is "very important" if you are trying demonstrate the real world impact of your operations and investments, and is especially important when assessing companies that provide climate solutions, an Environmental Finance event heard.

Japanese regulator readies guidance to spur impact investment in start-ups

From Michael Hurley in Tokyo

Ring Capital and EDHEC Business School launch impact seed fund

Green, social bonds 'perform better' than sustainability bonds

A sustainable fixed income investor prefers dedicated green and social bonds over sustainability bonds because they perform better in secondary markets.

CIP closes two funds, bagging €2bn

Pioneer Point grows energy efficiency portfolio with two deals

The Future of ESG Data 2023 conference round-up

Will the standardisation of ESG disclosure really make a difference, and will ESG ratings stand the test of time? These were among the discussion points at the conference, writes Peter Cripps

More Just Transition strategies needed, says Climate Action 100+

The Future of ESG Data conference: Impact estimation models are 'a risky business'

Scope 3 data: imprecise and sometimes plain wrong

Estimates are being used to fill in holes and inaccuracies in corporate disclosures, while there are hopes satellite data will provide clarity, The Future of ESG Data heard