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Northvolt Declares Bankruptcy Amid EV Market Slowdown
Northvolt, once Europe’s EV battery leader, files for bankruptcy, citing EV demand decline, capital costs, and supply chain disruptions. Major automakers are now rethinking electrification plans.
12 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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M&G’s Climate-Focused Funds Earn ‘Sustainability Improvers’ Label in the UK
M&G Investments’ Paris Aligned fund range has received the UK’s ‘Sustainability Improvers’ label, reinforcing its commitment to Net Zero and offering greater transparency for investors.
10 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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Microsoft Signs 30-Year Carbon Removal Deal for Afforestation Project in India
Microsoft has signed a 30-year carbon removal agreement for an afforestation project in India, purchasing 1.5 million tonnes of carbon credits to support its carbon-negative goals by 2030.
09 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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BBVA Partners with BloombergNEF to Strengthen Clean Technology Expertise
BBVA partners with BloombergNEF to boost its expertise in clean technology and energy transition. The bank strengthens its sustainability strategy, raising climate targets and expanding green finance.
06 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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Trump Ends DEI Policies, Declares ‘Our Country Will Be Woke No Longer
Trump announced the end of DEI policies, asserting that hiring should be based on merit rather than identity factors. His decision has been met with praise from Republicans and criticism from Democrats.
05 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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Mercedes-Benz Cuts Jobs, Slows Pay Hikes in Cost-Cutting Drive
Mercedes-Benz will offer buyouts, slow pay hikes, and outsource roles to cut costs, targeting 10% production savings by 2027. Job security is extended until 2034, with no production redundancies.
04 March 2025by OnestopESG
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EU Extends Automaker CO2 Compliance to Three Years, Balancing Industry and Climate Goals
The EU proposes a three-year compliance period for automakers to meet CO2 targets, easing industry pressure but raising concerns over Europe’s EV transition and emissions reduction pace.
04 March 2025by OnestopESG
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GSK Pauses Diversity Programs, Citing Trump Executive Orders
GSK has paused diversity programs for UK staff, citing Trump’s executive orders on DEI policies in the US. The move has sparked concerns from investors and legal experts, as rival AstraZeneca continues its diversity efforts unaffected.
03 March 2025by OnestopESG
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Corporate America Scales Back DEI Programs Amid Political and Legal Shifts
Major U.S. corporations are scaling back DEI programs amid legal challenges and political shifts. Financial institutions and Fortune 500 firms—including BlackRock, Goldman Sachs, and Berkshire Hathaway—are adjusting diversity policies as government regulations evolve.
03 March 2025by OnestopESG
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Apple Shareholders Overwhelmingly Reject Proposal to End DEI Programs
Apple shareholders voted 97% against eliminating DEI programs, reinforcing the company’s commitment to diversity despite legal and political challenges. CEO Tim Cook signaled possible adjustments but affirmed that Apple’s values remain unchanged.
01 March 2025by OnestopESG
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EU Unveils €100 Billion Clean Industrial Deal
The EU’s €100B Clean Industrial Deal accelerates manufacturing decarbonization, lowers energy costs, and strengthens circular economy efforts, positioning Europe as a leader in clean tech.
27 February 2025by OnestopESG
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Mizuho and GenZero Partner to Develop Transition Credits for Coal Phase-Out
Mizuho and GenZero partner to develop transition credits, a financial tool to accelerate coal plant retirements in Asia. This initiative supports clean energy goals and global climate finance efforts.
20 February 2025by OnestopESG
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