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Tesco's investors asking further questions on nature

Investors of supermarket giant Tesco are asking more questions about its sourcing policies, specifically about how these impact nature.

'Game-changing' zero-deforestation soy finance initiative launched

Three major UK supermarket chains have invested $11 million in a 'green bond'-backed soy farming finance initiative providing financial incentives for Brazilian farmers to commit to cultivating soy without engaging in deforestation or land conversion.

Tesco to consider social targets in SLBs

UK supermarket firm Tesco would consider linking sustainability-linked bonds to social targets, an executive at the company said.

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Tesco sets health target amid shareholder pressure

25% cut in emissions by corporates setting science-based climate targets

Business alliance calls for major changes to UK policy following pandemic

UK-based business alliance The Aldersgate Group has called for a wide range of green-based policy responses to guide the economic rebuild in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Macquarie inks two UK renewables deals

Australian investment bank Macquarie is to finance a solar photovoltaic (PV) energy project undertaken by supermarket chain Tesco, and will also acquire an additional stake in a Welsh offshore wind farm.

Aquaculture precipitating the 'collapse of fish stocks', says NGO

Fishmeal and fish oil (FMFO) used in global aquaculture supply chains, as aquafeed, are precipitating the collapse of fish stock and compromising food security, claims NGO Changing Markets Foundation.

Members of UK taskforce on greening supply chains announced

The members of the UK's Global Resource Initiative (GRI) taskforce have been revealed, as they met for the first time to discuss how the country can green its international supply chain.