EU starts process for penalising countries yet to implement CSRD

ESG Ratings, Green Bond regulations and greenwashing among ESMA priorities

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has identified the EU Green Bonds and ESG Ratings regulations, as well as preparatory work for a database including sustainability-related information, among its priorities for 2025.

US investors urge EU to delay deforestation regulation

The American Chamber of Commerce to the European Union (AmCham EU) has called for a delay to the EU's Deforestation Regulation, saying that it is "extremely concerned" about the potential of companies to meet its upcoming implementation deadline.

Palladium and Respira to launch two funds

Asia needs common sustainability taxonomy, thinktank argues

Green and transition taxonomies in Asia are too diverse, undermining comparability, a thinktank has said as it called for a "unified framework that aligns with international standards".

Corporates looking to 'atone for their sins' on nature, says New Forests

Corporates are looking to "atone for their sins" on nature by investing in nature-positive opportunities and credits, New Forests has said.