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UN Climate Chief Simon Stiell Urges Immediate Climate Finance Action at COP29 in Baku
At the opening of COP29 in Baku, UN Climate Chief Simon Stiell calls for urgent climate finance commitments and international cooperation to tackle the escalating global climate crisis.
13 November 2024by OnestopESG
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Shell Wins Appeal on Emission Reduction Mandate
Shell wins an appeal overturning a 2021 Dutch ruling mandating a 45% emissions cut by 2030. The court noted Shell’s climate responsibility but found specific reduction targets unsupported by evidence.
13 November 2024by OnestopESG
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COP29 Begins with Consensus on Article 6.4 Carbon Credit Standards
COP29 kicks off with early success, reaching consensus on Article 6.4 carbon credit standards. This aims to boost carbon credit demand and reduce national climate action costs by $250 billion annually.
13 November 2024by OnestopESG
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UAE Sets Ambitious 47% Emissions Reduction Target by 2035
The UAE pledges a 47% emissions cut by 2035, targeting key sectors ahead of COP29. Critics question fossil fuel investments and the plan’s feasibility amid rising climate challenges.
11 November 2024by OnestopESG
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Azerbaijan to Unveil Global Green Investment Rulebook at COP29
At COP29, Azerbaijan will introduce a unified green investment rulebook developed with over 100 countries to streamline global green finance standards and improve clarity for investors.
06 November 2024by Sakshi Sharma
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ESMA Outlines 2024 Corporate Reporting Guidelines with Focus on Sustainability and Compliance
ESMA's 2024 reporting guidelines focus on sustainability, emphasizing double materiality, financial integration, and taxonomy compliance for over 50,000 affected companies.
03 November 2024by Sourav Das
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BRICS Nations Reach Clean Energy Milestone as Fossil Fuels Drop Below 50%
BRICS nations will reduce fossil fuel capacity to below 50% by the end of 2024, driven by renewable energy expansion, according to Global Energy Monitor. Challenges remain with ongoing fossil fuel projects.
24 October 2024by Sourav Das
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COP29 President Reveals Final Texts for Nine Climate Pledges and Declarations
Azerbaijan’s Mukhtar Babayev, COP29 president, unveils final climate-focused pledges aimed at accelerating global climate action, just weeks before the UN summit.
23 October 2024by Sourav Das
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ICC Launches New Principles to Tackle Greenwashing in Trade Finance
The ICC has launched new principles for sustainable trade finance to combat greenwashing, providing clear guidelines. Stakeholders can contribute feedback during an open consultation before the final release.
22 October 2024by Sourav Das
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Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund Invests $19.4 Billion in Green Projects
Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund has committed $19.4 billion to green projects, aiming to enhance sustainability and align with global goals while reshaping the nation's economy.
15 October 2024by Sourav Das
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Macquarie Group Unveils £20 Billion Commitment to UK Infrastructure, Focusing on EV Charging Expansion
Macquarie Group announces a £20 billion investment in UK infrastructure, focusing on EV charging with 650 fast-charging points and renewable energy initiatives to support economic growth.
15 October 2024by Sourav Das
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Urgent Call to Action: UNEP FI Urges Governments to Address Systemic Climate Risk
UNEP FI urges governments to urgently tackle systemic climate risks, emphasizing the need for robust regulations and collaboration to protect economies and promote sustainable finance.
25 September 2024by Sourav Das
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