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'Massive' investment in sustainable fibres looming, investor says

The investment in sustainable fibres for fashion and packaging, required to meet climate targets, will result in the industry growing to generate over $1 trillion in revenue annually,...

FCA labelling and disclosure framework 'clear step forward' on greenwashing

Industry experts have welcomed the UK Financial Conduct Authority's (FCA) proposed Sustainability Disclosure Requirements (SDR) and sustainable investment labels - but voiced concern at the potential impact of some of its definitions.

PRI releases 'less ambiguous' reporting framework following criticism

The Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) has released its updated reporting framework, which promises to 'minimise ambiguity' and help signatories manage reporting bureaucracy by aligning with international standards.

WWF reveals sectors with highest biodiversity risk

The food industry has the worst biodiversity impacts and dependencies, analysis by WWF has suggested.

China tipped to strengthen lead in 'green finance readiness' ranking

China is to strengthen its lead on green finance in Asia throughout 2023, driven by rising demand for ESG-focused funds and movements to open up its green bond market to international investors, research has found.

Bond round-up: OPEC Fund, India, Nordic Investment Bank ... and more

France plans €11bn green bond issuance in 2023

France is preparing to raise €11 billion ($12 billion) from sovereign green bonds in 2023, representing a €1 billion boost to the 2022 total from the major issuer

'Greenhushing' in 2023 could be 'as harmful as greenwashing'

'Greenhushing' will become a growing problem in 2023, Apex has warned, after rising pressure from investors and regulators on 'greenwashing' in 2022

SEC reporting proposals 'to boost US corporate GSSS bonds'

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) proposals on climate reporting will help drive greater uptake of green, social, sustainable and sustainability-linked (GSSS) bond in the US...

Four years after Brumadinho - investor mining commission launches

Investors have launched a commission to raise sustainability standards in the mining sector, four years after the Brumadinho mining disaster, which killed 270 people.