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EU taxonomy hits political headwinds that could delay it until 2020
20 November 2018The EU’s proposed taxonomy on environmentally sustainable activities has been delayed by the European Parliament, and may not enter legislation until 2020, Environmental Finance has learned.
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Sustainable investing assets in US hit $12trn
19 November 2018Sustainable, responsible and impact investing assets have hit $12 trillion in the US, according to the US Forum for Sustainable and Responsible Investment (US SIF) Foundation.
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EU carbon market update, 19 November 2018
19 November 2018Lower auction volumes and colder weather are positive factors for the EU Allowance price this week, but further Brexit uncertainty and options expiry could unsettle the market, says Louis Redshaw.
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BlackRock launches 'low-cost' green bond ETF
19 November 2018BlackRock has launched its second green bond fund, saying it will be the 'lowest-cost' green bond exchange-traded fund (ETF) in the US.
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RMS warns of $13bn California wildfire losses
19 November 2018Total insured losses from the wildfires currently devastating large parts of California will be between $9 billion and $13 billion, predicts RMS.
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UBS-backed platform to help HNWIs support the SDGs
19 November 2018A platform has been launched to make it easier for high net worth individuals (HNWIs) and family offices to put their money into impact investments.
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EIB plans fund to invest in 'circular bio-economy'
19 November 2018The European Investment Bank (EIB) is seeking a fund manager for a new fund that will invest in companies developing innovative bio-economy projects.
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Mirova renewables infra fund makes €250m first close
19 November 2018Mirova has raised €250 million ($286 million) in a first close of a fund that will invest mainly in greenfield renewable energy projects, energy storage and charging infrastructure across Europe.
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France’s AFEP warns EU on oversimplified sustainability taxonomy
19 November 2018The influential French Association of Large Companies (AFEP) has issued a striking warning to the European Commission that its sustainability taxonomy risks presenting an oversimplified solution to a complex problem.
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Green buildings can boost MBS credit quality, says Moody's
16 November 2018Green buildings have the potential to boost the creditworthiness of mortgage-backed securities (MBS), according to Moody's.