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Banks could be 'bright spot' for UK sustainable bond issuance in 2026

Sustainable bond issuance from banks and financial institutions could be a "bright spot" for the UK sterling-denominated market in 2026 after a relatively "nervous" approach to the instruments to date, according to a senior banker.

It's harder for investors to collaborate, says GMO

The political backdrop is making it harder for investors to collaborate on sustainability initiatives as the risks of leaving them unaddressed worsen, according to GMO.

EuGB 'look-back' correction provides 'comfort' to market

A "correction" to guidance on European Green Bonds (EuGBs) around the use of 'look-back' periods has brought very welcome "comfort" to potential issuers that the instrument is scalable, according to ING.

Natcap partners with ERM to scale nature assessments

Nature analytics firm Natcap has partnered with sustainability consultancy ERM to create more "actionable" assessments, particularly to meet growing investor demand.

Don't further weaken EU Deforestation Regulation, say investors

A coalition of investors has urged the EU not to make further significant changes to its planned anti-deforestation regulation.

NBIM updates nature expectations

Norges Bank Investment Management (NBIM) has updated its nature expectations, which will be used in engagement and investment decision-making.

Fresh agreement between ISSB and CSRD in prospect, says Faber

Companies could embed reports they prepare in line with international sustainability standards within documents they submit to meet EU rules, if negotiations to address outstanding issues are successful, a leading figure said.

EthiFinance launches transition bond, loan SPO methodology

EthiFinance has launched a second-party opinion (SPO) methodology for assessing labelled transition bonds and loans after arguing we enter a "decisive decade" for financing the transition.

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Time is 'running out' to scale CORSIA supply

The Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) still lacks supply, despite improvements to the eligibility process, carbon rating agency BeZero Carbon has warned.