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Nature maturity tool launched

A tool to assess the 'maturity' of a company's performance on nature has been launched by NatureMetrics to help companies develop better nature strategies.

Biodiversity resolution sees investor support at PepsiCo

A resolution urging PepsiCo to carry out a material biodiversity dependency and impact assessment has received support from 18% of shareholders, including some major institutional investors.

US considers 'exploring' sovereign green bonds amid demand perk

Leading financial market advisers to the US Treasury have suggested US sovereign green bonds should be explored further amid the potential to attract new investors and potential pricing perks.

More ESG resolutions expected at Berkshire Hathaway meeting

Verra's VCS approved for best-in-class label

After 'significant changes', Verra's Verified Carbon Standard has been deemed as eligible for the best-in-class 'core carbon principles' (CCPs) label.

EU investigates how to mobilise private capital for low- and middle-income countries

Financing under spotlight in plastic treaty negotiations

After a 'disappointing' end to negotiations on a global plastics treaty, financing the implementation of a future treaty has been named as a key topic requiring progress before negotiations resume later this year.

Businesses urge California to unlock funding for climate disclosure rule

Bond round-up: Unédic, TDC Net, Bank of Cyprus ... and more

Corporates lead green bond issuance across $3trn milestone

Cumulative green bond issuance has crossed $3 trillion after a strong start to 2024 for the oldest sustainable bond instrument, with corporates leading the way with its own $1 trillion milestone passed.