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WCI carbon market update: 14 September 2021

Engine No. 1 likens ESG ratings to 'emojis'

The investment firm that rose to prominence by dealing ExxonMobil a bloody nose over its climate governance has taken aim at "flawed" ESG ratings, devising its own framework it considers superior.

NN IP: 750 listed companies contribute to SDGs and financial returns

Dutch asset manager NN Investment Partners (NN IP) said it has identified 750 publicly listed companies globally...

VanEck launches sustainability fund for US muni bonds

VanEck has launched a new actively managed municipal bond exchange-traded fund (ETF) focusing on sustainable development, amid soaring demand from investors.

ADB raises $300m from first 'blue' bond

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has raised $300 million from its inaugural 'blue' bond to finance ocean-related sustainable projects

EU carbon market update: 13 September 2021

Carbon prices hit another record high but caution rising, says Tom Lord

UK regulator urged to bring forward asset manager TCFD disclosure obligations

Large asset managers and life insurers in the UK should be required to make climate-related disclosures next year, the country's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has been urged.

SEB's Flensborg receives Swedish knighthood

Green bond pioneer Christopher Flensborg has received a Swedish knighthood for his work in sustainable finance.

McDonald leaves HSBC for MSCI

Melissa McDonald has left HSBC to take on the newly created role at MSCI of global head of ESG and climate indexes.

Transparency will be key to Nature Action 100, says Robeco

Transparency of the outcomes of engagement with companies on their biodiversity impact will be key to ensuring the burgeoning Nature Action 100 improves on its climate counterpart, Peter van der Werf tells Michael Hurley