Genevieve Redgrave

UK's biodiversity net gain legislation extended

The UK's Biodiversity Net Gain legislation, which created the world's first mandatory biodiversity credit market, has been extended to small development sites.

Climate resolutions hit record in North America, despite ESG backlash

A record-breaking number of climate resolutions has been filed in North America, although it remains to be seen whether investors will support them, given the strength of anti-ESG sentiment in the US.

Nature resolutions hit double figures in North America

Nature-related shareholder resolutions have hit double figures for the first time in North America, and are predicted to gain strong investor support.

NA100 launches engagement guide for eight 'systemically important' sectors

Royal London AM invests £260m in UK regenerative agriculture farmland

Royal London Asset Management has acquired 21,000 acres of farmland in a £260 million joint venture with the South Yorkshire Pensions Authority (SYPA), which will be used for regenerative agriculture projects and nature-based solutions.

France and Brazil launch €1bn Amazon investment plan

The French and Brazilian presidencies have announced a roadmap to raise €1 billion ($1.1 billion) of public and private finance for the protection of the Amazon over the next four years.

PRI launches biodiversity guidance for investors

Tesla and General Motors face deep sea mining shareholder resolutions

Two of the world's largest car makers have been hit with shareholder resolutions related to deep sea mining to extract the minerals needed for electric batteries.

EU rowback on agricultural policy 'irresponsible', say investors

A proposal to water down environmental protections within the EU's Common Agricultural Policy has been deemed "irresponsible" by investors.

Fidelity expects increase in natural capital shareholder resolutions

Fidelity expects an increase in nature and biodiversity-focused shareholder proposals at this year's AGM season, and said it will consider lending its support following the recent publication of its Nature Roadmap.