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EU Carbon market update, 21 January 2019

FTSE Russell launches Chinese Green Bond Index Series

FTSE Russell has launched a Chinese Green Bond Index Series in response to strong growth in the country's green bond market.

‘Material’ ESG issues should be disclosed, says IOSCO

Issuers of securities should provide “full, accurate, and timely disclosure” of material environmental, social and governance (ESG)-themed information, the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) has said.

Supervising an orderly transition

Why is the Bank of England increasingly focusing on climate change? Sarah Breeden explains its approach to Peter Cripps

RobecoSAM shifts impact strategy focus to SDGs

RobecoSAM has renamed its impact equities strategy to reflect an increased focus on achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Asia Sustainable Finance Initiative launched with Singapore focus

An initiative to increase the supply of sustainable finance from Asian financial institutions will use Singapore as a hub to catalyse regional development.

ERM eyes more acquisitions after SustainAbility deal

Environmental Resources Management (ERM) expects to make further acquisitions this year to build on its purchase of SustainAbility and develop "the world's leading capability in sustainability advisory services".

AP4 phases out high-carbon emitting oil sands

The Fourth Swedish National Pension Fund (AP4) has divested from oil sands on the grounds of new Swedish legislation, and amended its investment policy accordingly.

Merseyside puts £400m in smart sustainability index

Merseyside Pension Fund has committed £400 million ($520 million) to a fund tracking an innovative 'smart sustainability' index.

Eurosif starts strategic review after Micilotta departure

The European Sustainable Investment Forum (Eurosif) has revealed that it is undertaking a review of its strategy, a week after its executive director’s departure was announced.