Alarmed by Speed and Scale of Disruption, CEOs are Embracing Sustainability to Build Long-Term Resilience

As the halfway point to achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals approaches and the deadline to meet key milestones of a 1.5C world looms, CEOs are taking action to avoid consequences to environment, society and business growth CEOs are facing an enormously challenging global context, with the vast majority (93%) experiencing 10 or more simultaneous challenges to […]

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Ocean conservation: Seychelles’ marine spatial plan in final stages of completion

(Seychelles News Agency) – The Seychelles Marine Spatial Plan (SMSP) is expected to be implemented this year, with the final works now being completed, according to a top official. The SMSP Initiative is focused on planning for and management of the sustainable and long-term use and health of the Seychelles’ ocean. The SMSP is for […]

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PNC Expands Its Environmental Finance Pledge To $30 Billion

Commitment focuses on green buildings, renewable energy and clean transportation Complementary to PNC’s Community Benefits Plan, which pledges $88 billion in loans, investments and other support for underserved individuals and communities PNC also plans to establish new science-aligned targets for its operational footprint The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. announced the expansion of its environmental […]

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UNGC and Accenture Report: CEOs Embrace Sustainability to Build Long-Term Resilience

As the halfway point to achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals approaches and the deadline to meet key milestones of a 1.5C world looms, CEOs take action to avoid consequences to environment, society and business growth CEOs are facing an enormously challenging global context, with the vast majority (93%) experiencing 10 or more simultaneous challenges to their […]

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Editor’s Choice 60:1 Weed communities are more diverse, but not more abundant, in dense and complex bocage landscapes – The Applied Ecologist

Associate Editor Pieter De Frenne talks us through a new research article by Boinot et al which found that the weed communities in bocage landscapes were functionally more diverse, creating important implications for the management of agricultural bocage landscapes. One of the cornerstones of many national and international agricultural policies, such as the EU Green […]

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SK Hynix Issues Industry’s First Sustainability-Linked Bond at $1 Billion

Semiconductor memory industry’s first issuance of ESG target-linked bond Investor orders boost initial plan to raise $500 million “Successful issuance underlines expectations for a turnaround in semiconductor industry and investors’ trust in SK Hynix’s ESG management.” SK Hynix Inc. announced that it successfully issued a Sustainability-Linked Bond (SLB) with a total amount of USD 1 […]

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Toyota and Lexus Offer Lower Emissions EV Charging Program

Agreement with WattTime will allow Toyota and Lexus customers to identify ideal times to charge electrified vehicles to help reduce impact of CO2 emissions Toyota and Lexus battery-electric vehicle (BEV) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) customers can identify key charging times with less health and environmental impact using WattTime’s technology ECO Charging feature integrated […]

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Islamic Development Bank Announces $4.2 Billion for Pakistan’s Climate Resilience Efforts

Three-year commitment includes $600 million in ordinary capital resources from IsDB The UN and Pakistan co-organized the International Conference on Climate Resilient Pakistan to mobilize international aid to help Pakistan rebuild better after the recent catastrophic floods “Climate change is not only an environmental concern but also a growing threat to sustainable development and poverty […]

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The SBTi Appoints Maria Outters as First Chief Impact Officer

Maria Outters has joined the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) as Chief Impact Officer (CIO), an integral role that will drive the initiative’s strategic engagement worldwide, strengthen governance and accelerate the exponential growth of corporate climate action through science-based targets. With more than 20 years experience leading corporate strategy and sustainability, Maria brings extensive expertise […]

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Moody’s Names Francisco Martinez-Garcia Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer

Moody’s Corporation appointed Francisco Martinez-Garcia as Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer. Mr. Martinez-Garcia will focus on positioning Moody’s as an inclusive workplace that attracts, grows, and retains diverse talent. “Diversity, equity, and inclusion are integral to our business model, and we strive for a workplace where all employees can thrive as their authentic selves,” […]

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