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BP faces shareholder rebellion over climate action climbdown

BP is to face a growing shareholder backlash at its AGM today over concerns the oil giant is scaling back its climate ambition.

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Call for entries to EF's annual ESG Data Guide

Entries close on Tuesday 6 June 2023.

There is no alternative to carbon markets, says Temasek's GenZero

While scrutiny of the carbon market should be welcomed, criticism of the carbon market is unfair unless an alternative is presented, the CEO of Temasek's GenZero told Environmental Finance.

SEC climate disclosure law 'to be delayed to H2'

The US Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) planned climate disclosure rules are likely to be delayed to the second half of 2023, an Environmental Finance conference heard.

Circular economy 'most exciting' climate investment area, says M&G

Despite a limited number of investable opportunities in the circular economy, it is still the most promising and "exciting" area for investment in climate solutions, M&G has told Environmental Finance.

Robeco flags TNFD areas of improvement

The Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) could improve its recommendations around metrics and nature scenarios, Robeco has said following pilot testing.

Karner: Listed firms can lead us from biodiversity precipice

Investments in listed companies are needed to help steer the planet away from biodiversity crisis, Karner Blue Capital (KBC) has said.

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Allianz turns down 33 insurance customers in 2022 due to sustainability risks

Allianz did not proceed with insurance transactions for 33 customers due to "severe" sustainability risks.