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MSCI launches combined factor and ESG exposure indexes
29 September 2017MSCI has launched a set of indexes that combine environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance with other factors.
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Daiwa launches ETF tracking FTSE Blossom Japan ESG index
28 September 2017Japanese firm Daiwa Asset Management has launched an ETF that will track the FTSE Blossom Japan Index to underlie its environmental, social and governance (ESG)-themed exchange-traded fund (ETF).
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Positive impact principles needed to bridge SDG financing gap, UNEP FI says
27 September 2017Increased focus on the impacts of investments in emerging markets is required to meet the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and bridge a sizable financing gap, according to the UNEP Finance Initiative (FI).
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Insured losses from Hurricane Maria could reach $85 billion, says AIR
26 September 2017Insured losses inflicted by Hurricane Maria will be between $40 billion and $85 billion, according to catastrophe modelling firm AIR Worldwide.
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Actiam's carbon footprint analysis reveals 2.25% emissions reduction
25 September 2017Dutch asset manager Actiam has reduced carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions across its portfolio by 2.25% since 2015, its carbon footprint analysis has shown.
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NY Green Bank plans to roll out model to other US states
25 September 2017The NY Green Bank plans to assist other US states in setting up their own green banks with the help of money from the private sector, according to the Governor of New York.
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Societe Generale expects growth in sovereign green bond issuance - but maybe not this year
21 September 2017French bank Societe Generale's head of sustainable bonds is "entirely convinced" there will be significant growth in sovereign green bonds issued in Europe in the near future.
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Green Bank Network contributes $29bn to clean energy projects
20 September 2017Commitments worth $29 billion have been made since 2015 to fund clean energy projects by a group of six green banks.
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Total pays €237m for stake in renewable energy producer
20 September 2017French oil and gas company Total has purchased a 23% stake in renewables company Eren for €237.5 million ($284 million).
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Impax to acquire sustainable investment firm Pax
18 September 2017UK-based asset manager Impax is to acquire US firm Pax World Management, for an initial sum of $52.5 million, to grow its sustainable investment portfolio.