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UK taxonomy could need another year to finish, says UKSIF

The UK Treasury could need to delay the publication of its green taxonomy by between six months and 12 months, according to the UK Sustainable Investment Forum (UKSIF).

Credit-focused harmonised ESG reporting tool launch imminent

The launch of a harmonised environmental, social and governance (ESG) reporting tool for the credit market being developed by the UN Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) and two trade associations is expected in the next few weeks.

Loss and damage row 'could derail COP27'

The loss and damage debate has the potential to derail COP27 negotiations, given worsening geopolitical tensions and attempts to pass the burden on to the private sector, Jefferies has warned.

ThomasLloyd hire ADB's Nakhooda as head of impact

Verra slams ICVCM's 'unworkable' Core Carbon Principles

A draft set of governing principles could cause a "rebellion" in the voluntary carbon market (VCM) if ratified, warned Verra - the world's largest verifier of voluntary carbon credits.

Carney: Net Zero Data Public Utility 'essential' to accountability

The development of free platform Net Zero Data Public Utility will be "essential" for developing the accountability and transparency of financial institutions, Mark Carney has said.

GIIN to host 'impact principles'

The Global Impact Investing Network (GIIN) will take over as host of the Secretariat for the Operating Principles for Impact Management (the Impact Principles), from the International Finance Corporation (IFC).

London Stock Exchange launches voluntary carbon market

Assurance key to development of climate reporting, says FCA

Developing a framework for assurance of company disclosures will be important to the next stage of the UK's climate reporting regime, according to a senior regulator.

UK regulators point to rising expectations for company TCFD reports

The regulators overseeing climate-related disclosure rules for UK-listed companies say they are likely to step up enforcement, as they look to address issues they identified in the latest reporting cycle.