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$1.8 Trillion ESG Market Thrives as U.S. Agencies Drive Demand
The social bond market has surged to $1.8 trillion, driven by U.S. agencies like Ginnie Mae and rising investor interest. Returns are strong, and emerging markets may see growth despite political uncertainty.
25 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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EU Proposes New Sustainable Finance Standard to Help SMEs Access Green Funding
The EU’s new SME sustainable finance standard aims to simplify access to green funding, enabling SMEs to meet sustainability goals while boosting transparency for financial institutions.
24 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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CDP and EFRAG Align Climate Reporting with EU’s ESRS E1 Standard
CDP and EFRAG align climate reporting with EU’s ESRS E1 standard, streamlining disclosures and reducing corporate reporting complexity for sustainability compliance.
20 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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BlackRock Revamps $92B in Funds to Align with New ESG Naming Rules
BlackRock updates 135 funds ($185B AUM) to align with ESMA’s stricter ESG naming rules, ensuring compliance while maintaining investment strategies.
19 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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Tokyo Launches Carbon Credit Trading Platform with Gold Standard to Drive Corporate Decarbonization
Tokyo has launched a new carbon credit trading platform featuring Gold Standard-certified credits, making it easier for businesses to achieve sustainability goals. The initiative includes training programs to guide corporate climate strategies.
18 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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Fossil Fuel Drilling Expands in the Amazon, Sparking Environmental Concerns
Oil drilling is expanding in the Amazon rainforest, driven by economic dependence on fossil fuels. However, pollution, deforestation, and climate risks are fueling opposition and calls for stricter regulations.
17 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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India Needs 600 GW of Clean Energy by 2030 to Avoid Power Crisis
India must install 600 GW of clean energy by 2030 to meet rising electricity demand and avoid coal dependency, a report finds. Faster RE deployment and policy action are urgently needed.
16 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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Senate Republicans Introduce Bill to Shield U.S. Companies from EU Sustainability Regulations
Senate Republicans have introduced a bill to block U.S. companies from complying with the EU’s sustainability due diligence rules, escalating tensions over global ESG regulations.
13 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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EcoVadis Unveils Carbon Data Network to Streamline Scope 3 Emissions Tracking
EcoVadis launches Carbon Data Network, helping companies track Scope 3 emissions with AI-driven, supplier-sourced data. The platform improves data accuracy, transparency, and interoperability.
12 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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United States Withdraws from U.N. Climate Damage Fund, Raising Concerns Over Global Commitments
The U.S. withdraws from the U.N. climate damage fund’s board, putting its $17.5M pledge in question. Critics say the move weakens climate cooperation just as the fund prepares disaster recovery projects.
10 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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U.S. Rejects UN Sustainable Development Goals, Citing Sovereignty Concerns
The Trump administration has rejected the UN Sustainable Development Goals, calling them inconsistent with U.S. sovereignty. This move is part of a broader retreat from global climate efforts.
09 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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Japan’s SSBJ Launches First Sustainability Disclosure Standards Aligned with ISSB Guidelines
Japan’s SSBJ has issued its first sustainability disclosure standards, aligning with ISSB’s global frameworks. The move enhances ESG transparency and ensures Japanese companies remain globally competitive.
06 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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