Michael Hurley

The Inflation Reduction Act: A 'ground-breaking' climate deal

The proposed US bill could have a transformative effect on low-carbon investment, with implications for credit ratings, Michael Hurley writes

Calls grow for EU alignment with ISSB standards

Groups representing the accounting and investment management professions have added their weight to calls for proposed EU corporate sustainability disclosure standards to align with a global baseline also in development.

Supply chain emissions tracking is 'growing' data opportunity

Data for the measurement of greenhouse gas emissions in companies' supply chains is an area ripe for investment, according to a climate-focused private equity investor.

EU disclosure standards risk overcomplication, supervisors warn

Draft standards for European corporate disclosures on sustainability issues are overcomplicated, may disincentivise disclosures and risk divergence from global requirements, EU supervisors argue.

FfB guide aims to demystify biodiversity measurement

The Finance for Biodiversity Pledge (FfB) says a guide on biodiversity measurement tools can help its financial institution members navigate an increasingly complicated space.

Australian regulator survey finds climate risk gaps

ISSB consultation draws 1,300 responses

Impact fund draws Bank of America, JP Morgan backing

Rise of ESG external assurance belies data inconsistency

Credit Suisse launches ESG direct indexing product