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EF BRIEFS: IATA, DKB, Singapore Stock Exchange, Suzuki, TerraForm
03 June 2016The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is urging governments to introduce a single global carbon offset mechanism to help tackle aviation emissions.
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GRI releases second set of draft reporting standards
03 June 2016The Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) has released its second set of draft reporting standards for public comment.
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Washington State revisits emissions trading plans
02 June 2016Washington State has published a revised version of its plans to launch a state-wide carbon market and is seeking feedback on the proposals by 22 July.
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Carbon prices are far too low to hit 2°C warming target, says IETA
25 May 2016The price of carbon in major emissions markets is unlikely to exceed €15 ($17) per tonne of carbon dioxide by 2020, less than half the price likely to be needed to limit global warming to 2°C, according to an industry survey.
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Ontario votes in cap-and-trade system
19 May 2016Ontario has passed legislation to introduce a cap-and-trade carbon market in what has been described as "the start of the next chapter" for its shift towards a low-carbon economy.
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Geely green bond receives warm reception from pension funds
19 May 2016Chinese car maker Zhejiang Geely Holding Group has launched a five-year, dollar-denominated green bond, with "strong" support from pension funds.
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EF BRIEFS: Allianz; Electric car subsidy, US Clean Power Plan hearing postponed
18 May 2016Allianz Global Investors has acquired an onshore wind portfolio from the Dutch Infrastructure Fund (DIF).
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Environmental issues becoming more popular with impact investors, report finds
18 May 2016Environmental goals are gaining traction with impact investors, a report by the Global Investing Impact Network (GIIN) has found.
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Platina announces two renewables refinancings
18 May 2016Private equity firm Platina Energy Partners has refinanced a £28 million ($40 million) wind portfolio and a €50 million ($56 million) solar portfolio.
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Alliance Trust's Sustainable Future Managed fund nears £500m
16 May 2016Alliance Trust Investments' flagship multi-asset fund has enjoyed continued strong growth in assets under management, says Peter Michaelis