Rob Langston

Iran conflict means more coal - but also ramping up of electrification, says Lord Turner

While the disruption of energy markets caused by the Iran conflict could result in a temporary return to coal in Asia, it could also ramp up the pace of renewables and electrification, according to the Energy Transitions Commission's Lord Adair Turner.

World Federation of Exchanges launches draft principles for transition equities

The World Federation of Exchanges (WFE) has published draft Transition Equity Principles for stock exchanges globally that set out a framework for identifying companies on credible decarbonisation pathways.

SBTi shifts strategy, from target setting to implementation

The Science-based Targets initiative (SBTi) is planning to move away from helping companies set targets - to helping them implement them, its 2026-2030 strategy document has revealed.

Canada's Investors for Paris Compliance to sunset after reaching 'limits'

An initiative to hold listed companies in Canada accountable to their net-zero promises is to wind down after reaching the limits of what it could achieve.

Macquarie faces shareholder revolt over 'climate back-peddling'

Australia's Macquarie Group faces questions from shareholders about whether its lending and investment activities are aligned with Paris Agreement goals, after accusations of 'back-peddling' of its climate commitments.

Investors may not replace 2030 targets, says Nordea AM

As 2030 approaches, many asset managers and owners may not replace their near-term sustainability targets, as they focus instead on longer-term goals, according to Nordea Asset Management.

Impax AUM fall as it updates on Impax Environmental Markets

Impax Asset Management's assets under management fell by £3.8 billion ($5.1 billion) during the first three months of the year, driven by outflows from institutional investors.

New Asian carbon markets coalition launched

Action for a Resilient Climate (ARC) - a coalition of corporates, financial institutions and government agencies in Asia - has been launched to help mobilise demand and financing for high-integrity carbon credits.

UK's BII and CIP back $300m India renewables platform

A $300 million platform for renewables projects in India has been launched by Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) and the UK government's development finance institution British International Investment (BII).

HSBC launches $4bn credit facility for low-carbon companies in China