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ECB should consider nature risks in bond purchases and lending, Elderson says

The European Central Bank (ECB) should "broaden" its efforts to reduce climate risks in its lending and bond purchases to include nature risks - including in its €3 trillion ($3.3 trillion) public sector bond portfolio - according to a member of its executive board.

COP28: Clarity needed on biodiversity offsets, says TNC

More clarity is needed from governments on how biodiversity credits and offsets could work alongside each other, The Nature Conservancy (TNC) has urged, ahead of the start of the latest international climate conference (COP28).

Lloyd's launches framework to assist market in transition to net zero

Lloyd's of London has launched its long-awaited draft roadmap for how the re/insurance market will approach the transition to net-zero emissions.

IAIS issues consultation on greenwashing and climate scenario analysis

The International Association of Insurance Supervisors (IAIS) has issued a second consultation on climate risk as part of its goal to promote "a globally consistent approach" in the insurance supervision framework.

Loans round-up: La Trobe University, Gobi, Lukfook and more

SGX: 'Uneven' Singapore climate disclosures a 'reality check'

Climate-related disclosures by Singapore-listed firms remain "uneven" after the recent roll-out of requirements by the Singapore Exchange (SGX), but the stock exchange hopes data from the first round of reporting will spur improvement.

Guidance launched for banks setting nature targets

Guidance has been launched to help banks set portfolio-level targets on nature, and begin reporting in line with the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD).

Altius plans Australian green bond fund relaunch amid sovereign bond excitement

Altius Asset Management (Altius AM) is planning to relaunch its AUD190 million ($125 million) Australian green bond fund in 2024 amid a "step-up" in interest in the market as the Australian government prepares its own green bond debut.

COP28 could unlock investment in carbon capture and storage, Actis says