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Coal, Covid-19 and the rise of renewables

The pandemic has given a boost to the energy transition, and it is unlikely that this trend will drop off as we move to a recovery, amid the realisation that renewables are much cheaper than 'dirty' energy sources, says Paul Flood

Germany plans 30-year green bond in May

Germany has announced it intends to issue its first 30-year green bond in May, and plans to issue a similar volume in 2021 as in 2020.

NNIP joins Axa IM in ditching State Bank of India green bonds

NN IP's green bond portfolios have joined AXA Investment Managers in selling green bonds issued by State Bank of India (SBI) in protest about reports it is planning to support the construction of a giant coal mine.

CA100+ to 'amplify' efforts in 2021 amid ongoing gaps in climate progress

The Climate Action 100+ (CA100+) engagement initiative has announced plans to ramp-up engagement with target companies in 2021, after its progress report showed significant gaps remain.

Oil and gas majors release joint transition principles

Eight energy companies - BP, Eni, Equinor, Galp, Occidental, Repsol, Royal Dutch Shell and Total - have jointly developed a set of energy transition principles.

Schroder BSC social impact IPO raises £75m, falls short of target

The first-of-its-kind Schroder BSC Social Impact Trust raised £75 million ($102 million) from an initial public offering (IPO) on the London Stock Exchange - but fell short of its £100 million target.

Green bond funds take varied approach to impact reporting

As more green bond funds come to market, institutional investors are calling for more consistency and detail in their impact reports. Graham Cooper explains

Green and sustainability-linked loan round-up: Ahold Delhaize, Canberra Metro, Mapletree ... and more

Lloyd's commits to stop investing in coal, tar sands and Arctic energy exploration

News Round Up: EU Just Transition, Sustaintech Xcelerator