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Europe's fragmented capital markets could mean 2050 targets are missed, says NORD/LB

A new report by Norddeutsche Landesbank (NORD/LB) has called for "swift and far-reaching reforms" of Europe's capital markets, if 2050 net-zero targets are to be met.

Emirates becomes first Middle Eastern bank to issue SLLB

Emirates NBD has issued a Sustainability Linked Loan Bond (SLLB) - believed to be only the fifth issuer to adopt the innovative instrument.

Why London is a logical home for high-integrity carbon markets

By leveraging its robust financial market infrastructure and capacity to foster international partnerships, the UK can play a key role in transforming carbon markets to meet the goals of the Paris Agreement, writes Catherine McGuinness

'Door is now open' for Article 6 transactions, says Standard Chartered

Progress on Article 6 at COP29 should be a catalyst for credit demand, Standard Chartered's carbon market development director has said, but noted that some "unknowns" still remain.

SEC likely to withdraw climate rules, former Commissioner predicts

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) under Donald Trump is likely to withdraw a proposed rule governing climate-related financial disclosures by US companies, a former commissioner has predicted.

IDB Invest and IFC back BBVA Colombia for $100m sustainable bond issuance

Columbia Threadneedle adopts 'sustainability focus' labels for nine funds

NextEnergy Solar Fund sets nature restoration targets

Omnibus regulation being considered to simplify sustainability rules, Commission says

Work to "simplify" sustainability disclosure rules "might result in omnibus amendments ... that seek to amend several acts", a spokesperson for the European Commission said, following reports suggesting such a move sparked concern among commentators.

WollemAI joins forces on farm data