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Putting transition plans to the test: Moody's

Investors face a tough task in scrutinising corporate transition plans - but an increasing number of products promise to help. In the first in a series, Michael Hurley examines Moody's Net Zero Assessment

EU GBS 'not overly costly' for leading utility green bond issuers, says IEEFA

Major European utility sector issuers of green bonds should not find it "overly costly" to switch to issuing EU Green Bond Standard (EU GBS)-compliant bonds to use the landmark legislation to demonstrate their "better management of transition risk", according to a think tank.

Actis sells African renewables business

Companies ready green bonds to tackle faltering decarbonisation, survey says

Green bonds 'lead to more granular engagement'

Green bonds typically lead to more granular discussions about projects than traditional bonds, a conference heard.

Taskforce outlines 12 tools for zero carbon heating investment

An expert taskforce convened by the Coalition for the Energy Efficiency of Buildings (CEEB) has published a report detailing a dozen financial tools to bolster investment in the decarbonisation of UK domestic building heating.

Green bond comment, October 2020: Automotive green bonds drive up corporate issuance

Issuance from car makers has shifted to a higher gear in recent months, and it is a sign that corporates more broadly are tapping the market, says Ahren Lester

CDP announces 179 'A list' leading climate action companies

CDP has named over 170 firms as being global leaders for transparency and action on climate change for 2019.

People Moves: Newton, AMF, LuxSE, Church Commissioners

Newton Investment Management has hired Andrew Parry as head of sustainable investment, as part of the expansion of its responsible investment team.

Green and sustainability loans: the growth accelerates

The green and sustainability-linked loan market grew exponentially last year. The next growth spurt could be driven by emerging markets, Michael Hurley writes