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Insured losses from Hurricane Maria could reach $85 billion, says AIR
26 September 2017Insured losses inflicted by Hurricane Maria will be between $40 billion and $85 billion, according to catastrophe modelling firm AIR Worldwide.
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Marcel Jeucken leaves PGGM responsible investment team
26 September 2017Marcel Jeucken is to leave his position as managing director of responsible investment at Dutch pension fund PGGM to become an independent advisor.
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Why pressure is mounting for banks to address climate change
26 September 2017Investors are increasingly focusing on how lenders are managing climate risks, says Alexander Erzini Vernoit
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WBCSD helps companies navigate ESG reporting requirements
26 September 2017A free online platform to help companies and investors understand the wide variety of non-financial reporting requirements in place around the world, has been launched by the World Business Council on Sustainable Development (WBCSD).
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EU carbon market weekly update - 25 September 2017
25 September 2017A significant fall in the EUA price is unlikely this week, but the availability of French nuclear plants could have further influence ton the market, says Louis Redshaw.
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Actiam's carbon footprint analysis reveals 2.25% emissions reduction
25 September 2017Dutch asset manager Actiam has reduced carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions across its portfolio by 2.25% since 2015, its carbon footprint analysis has shown.
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Investment consultants pledge to act on ESG guidance
25 September 2017Recent regulatory guidance that environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors should be taken into account by pension funds where they are financially material "puts trustees and their advisers under an obligation to react," according to two leading industry bodies.
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Demonstrating positive impact for mainstream investment strategies
25 September 2017Chris Greenwald explores some innovative approaches to expand SDG-aligned impact investing opportunities to a wider range of asset classes and investors.
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NY Green Bank plans to roll out model to other US states
25 September 2017The NY Green Bank plans to assist other US states in setting up their own green banks with the help of money from the private sector, according to the Governor of New York.
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Winners revealed in voluntary carbon poll
25 September 2017Developments in international policy, new standards and the promise of future demand from the aviation industry are pushing the voluntary carbon market forward, the top firms in Environmental Finance's 2017 rankings say