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Draft ESG data 'code of conduct' aims for international uptake

The creators of a draft voluntary code of conduct for ESG ratings and data providers have hailed it as a "world-first" for its attempt to set internationally consistent standards for the rapidly growing market.

Bond round-up: Aeroporti di Roma, Airport operator spotlight, SNCF, Chile ... and more

PBAF launches 'first' step-by-step nature dependencies approach

The Partnership for Biodiversity Accounting Financials (PBAF) has launched a five-step approach for financial institutions to assess their ecosystem services dependencies.

Franklin Templeton launches two sustainable ETFs

Franklin Templeton has launched two ETFs, focusing on sustainable food and healthcare.

Heathrow markets first 'in the air' emissions airport SLB

Heathrow Airport is marketing the first airport sustainability-linked bond to include a target tied to Scope 3 emissions generated by flights.

World Bank: nature policy reform needed to scale private finance

Boosting investment in natural capital requires global policy reform to signal the scarcity of natural resources, the World Bank said.

MAS to scale-up climate transition programme

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) is to scale-up its climate transition programme, including by aligning its equity portfolio further with climate indices.

ESG Data Guide 2023 launched

Environmental Finance has launched its latest annual ESG Data Guide, shining a light on the rapid evolution of the ESG data market.

Banks urge EU to relax planned supply chain due diligence rules

A prominent group of European financial institutions has called for proposed rules on due diligence in supply chains to be watered down, in part to allay fears they could lead to lawsuits against banks and investors.

Kraft Heinz bows to Green Century deforestation resolution

Kraft Heinz has committed to eliminating deforestation from its supply chains following a shareholder resolution from Green Century.