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Texas' DEI Ban: The Debate Over Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Texas’ ban on DEI programs in public universities is reshaping the landscape of higher education and workplaces. While critics argue that DEI fosters inclusivity and fairness, supporters claim it promotes race-based favoritism. Now, lawmakers are moving to extend the ban to public schools, intensifying the debate.
24 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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Amazon Unveils Carbon Credit Investment Service to Support Net Zero Goals
Amazon has launched a carbon credit investment service, helping companies in its value chain access high-quality credits for net zero goals. The service will focus on deforestation prevention, forest restoration, and technological carbon removal, ensuring transparency and scientific rigor in the voluntary carbon market.
23 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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Apave Acquires Carbon Accounting Firm Aktio to Boost Decarbonization Expertise
Apave Group acquires carbon accounting firm Aktio, expanding its sustainability and decarbonization services. The newly formed Aktio-Apave will support businesses in carbon footprint measurement, climate strategy, and regulatory compliance.
23 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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San Francisco Pride Loses $300,000 in Sponsorships as Corporations Reevaluate Support
SF Pride loses $300,000 in sponsorships as Comcast, Diageo, and AB InBev withdraw funding, citing budget constraints. NYC Pride faces similar corporate hesitations amid shifting DEI priorities.
23 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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JPMorgan Modifies Diversity Programs, Shifts Focus to "Opportunity"
JPMorgan is restructuring its DEI programs, renaming them "Diversity, Opportunity, and Inclusion (DOI)", and reducing training to align with regulatory and market shifts. The move follows similar changes by Citigroup and Goldman Sachs.
23 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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UK Consumers Demand Action on PFAS, Driving Market Shifts
UK consumer awareness of PFAS ("forever chemicals") is surging, driving demand for PFAS-free products and regulatory action. With 79% willing to pay more for safer alternatives, businesses must adapt quickly to stay ahead.
23 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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Puro.earth Surpasses 1 Million Tonnes of CO₂ Carbon Removal
Puro.earth has surpassed 1 million tonnes of verified CO₂ removal, signaling strong market growth for durable carbon credits. With accelerating demand from major corporations and industries, the company is poised to scale even further.
23 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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World Sindhi Congress Protests Illegal Canals on Indus River at UNHRC Session
The World Sindhi Congress protested at the UNHRC session in Geneva, condemning illegal canals on the Indus River and human rights abuses in Sindh, calling for urgent international intervention.
20 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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Coreshell Raises $24 Million to Scale Low-Cost Silicon EV Batteries
Coreshell raises $24M to scale its low-cost, fast-charging silicon EV batteries, offering higher energy density and reducing reliance on Chinese graphite, while expanding U.S. production.
20 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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SEC Extends Compliance Deadline for Names Rule, Impacting ESG and Thematic Funds
The SEC extends compliance deadlines for its Names Rule, giving ESG and thematic funds until 2026 to align investments with advertised strategies, minimizing operational costs.
20 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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Microsoft and CalSTRS Invest $175M in Just Climate to Scale Natural Climate Solutions
Just Climate secures $175M from Microsoft & CalSTRS to scale natural climate solutions, with an initial investment in NatureMetrics’ biodiversity monitoring tech.
20 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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