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The Future of ESG Data Asia conference: Does APAC need ISSB-Lite?

The Asia-Pacific region might require a slimmed down version of the sustainability standards drawn up by the IFRS's International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB), a conference heard.

'Two-speed' CSRD implementation could follow delays, says law firm

Final approval for the EU's landmark Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) could result in "two-speed" implementation and impact access to sustainable finance...

News round-up: NBIM and SEC

NBIM calls for more detail in CSRC ESG disclosures

People Moves: GRI and Soil Capital

The Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) has announced that three members will join its board, Bekeme Masade-Olowola, Jack Ehnes, and Jianzhong Lu for an initial three-year term starting January 1.

Chinese regulator publishes green bond guidelines

China's securities regulator has published guidelines to further boost the country's booming green bond market.

Green bonds, Chinese style

China was the big story in the green bond market in 2016, with $30.5 billion issued in the year, accounting for nearly a third of global issuance. Carole Ross reveals the idiosyncrasies of this unique market and where the opportunities lie for Western investors.