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'Is sustainability-linked debt the right tool? Maybe for loans'

Whilst sustainability-linked bonds (SLBs) are not the "right tool" for investors to support the transition, a major asset manager argues sustainability-linked loans (SLLs) have more potential.

Eiffel leads €300m Amarenco finance deal

Mirova invests $19m in Kenyan agri-solar logistics project

The race for critical minerals must respect Indigenous rights

Mining the minerals essential for a successful transition necessitates sophisticated investor due diligence, Daisy Nicholls writes

Allianz secures $690m for first close of blended finance EM credit fund

The Allianz Credit Emerging Markets Fund (ACE) has raised more than two-thirds of its $1 billion target at first close and is on track to become one of the largest blended finance funds.

Upsized Shimizu bond a 'paradigm shift' for Japanese 'blue bond' market

The debut JPY20 billion ($126 million) deal from Japanese firm Shimizu is a significant evolution of 'blue' bonds ahead of what could be a "breakout year" for the sustainable water-focused sustainable bond label in Japan.

Sustainalytics SPO exit 'not a surprise'

The warning signs for the business have been flashing for some time, Ahren Lester reports

High Seas Treaty comes into force

The world's first treaty to recognise and protect international waters has entered into force, following decades of tense negotiation.

Passage of US anti-ESG bill 'could be enormously negative' for industry

A bill to limit the ability of US retirement funds to consider sustainability factors in investment decisions "could have an enormously negative impact on pension beneficiaries, investors, and the nation's economy," an expert warned.

Canada climate progress slows under Carney, finds RBC

Canadian climate progress has shown signs of running out of steam as policy uncertainty and difficulties in accessing decarbonisation incentives have taken a toll, according to Royal Bank of Canada (RBC).