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USS to place greater emphasis on physical and transition risk

The Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS), the UK pension scheme for university employees, has taken steps to further integrate climate considerations into its strategic asset allocation.

Lower emissions targets reflect green bond evolution, says Amundi

The lowering of avoided emission targets across Amundi's impact-focused green bond strategies reflects the evolution of the market and the broader range of activities that the label now covers.

19 collaborative engagement initiatives on nature ongoing

19 collaborative investor engagement initiatives on nature and biodiversity-related topics are in progress this year, according to the Finance for Biodiversity Foundation.

ASCOR adds 'below 2°C' benchmark to its sovereign debt assessments

A group of 85 countries will be assessed on whether their emissions pathways and targets are in line with a benchmark of 2°C of warming, under a revised methodology that previously only included a 1.5°C temperature benchmark.

LGFA water sector-focused SLLs targeting 'unique opportunity'

The pioneering water-focused sustainability-linked loan (SLL) programme launched by the New Zealand Local Government Funding Agency (LGFA) is looking to take advantage of major changes in the water sector

UNEP FI plots link between sustainability, credit risk for banks

Banks have been given guidance on how to better manage sustainability risks as part of their core processes for financial risk management, after a survey exposed widespread gaps in their ability to do so.

UBP admits defeat on 'unrealistic' 100% SBTi target

A target set by Union Bancaire Privée (UBP) for 100% of its portfolio to have set science-based targets by the end of 2026 is unlikely to be met, the Swiss bank has admitted.

Philippines' UnionBank readies sustainability bond debut

The Union Bank of the Philippines (UnionBank) is planning to issue its debut sustainability bond backed by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), five years after its inaugural social bond deal.

EAAIF and BII support Blueleaf Energy $75m mezzanine facility

BDO closes books early on sustainability bond following strong demand

Philippine lender BDO Unibank has closed the books on its latest peso-denominated ASEAN sustainability bond ahead of schedule, after attracting strong demand.