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Regnan eyes Japan, UK for impact investment opportunities

A large number of attractively valued companies in Japan and the UK is prompting Regnan to increase exposure in its global equity impact strategy.

Maynilad readies first Philippines 'blue bond'

Water and waste firm Maynilad Water Services is preparing to raise up to PHP15 billion ($261 million) from its debut 'blue bond' in late May, which will be the first instrument of its type from a Philippine issuer.

UK public spending watchdog highlights risk of biodiversity net gain scheme

A report by the UK's National Audit Office has highlighted risks to the long-term effectiveness of the government's biodiversity 'net gain' scheme in England.

G20 needs to step up on biodiversity and back TNFD, says GFANZ's Ravenel

The G20 needs to take a lead on addressing biodiversity loss, a representative of a major investor coalition has argued.

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Extent of Fed's future focus on climate 'hinges on' US election

The likelihood of a follow-up climate scenario analysis or even a first stress test exercise by the Federal Reserve could hinge largely on the outcome of the US federal election in November, a consultant has predicted.

SDR-aligned ESG data tool next on the agenda for MainStreet

An ESG data platform aligned with the UK Sustainability Disclosure Requirements (SDR) is likely to be the next tool to come from Allfunds' partnership with MainStreet Partners, Environmental Finance understands.

New York State pension fund looks to ramp up climate investments

The New York State Common Retirement Fund has revealed to an Environmental Finance conference that it intends to scale-up its sustainable investments from an existing $22 billion to $40 billion.

'Positive' response to TVO's €600m 'nuclear' green bond

Finnish nuclear power firm Teollisuuden Voima Oyj (TVO) has raised €600 million ($650 million) from its debut green bond, with the transaction more than three-times oversubscribed.

Robeco: 'Greater clarity' on transition finance sought by Asian bond fund tilt

Robeco hopes that integrating a "transition bucket" into its Asian sustainable bond fund will help develop clearer definitions for transition finance in the market, as it also looks to launch further transition-focused funds.