Category: CSR/ECO/ESG

$1.5 Trillion Asset Owner Coalition Issues New Guidelines to Strengthen Climate Stewardship and Hold Managers Accountable

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A coalition of asset owners managing over $1.5 trillion in assets has unveiled a new set of guidelines to improve alignment between asset owners and managers on climate stewardship. The initiative includes major institutional investors from the UK, Europe, the US, and Australia, such as Scottish Widows, Phoenix, Aegon, Nest, and Australian Ethical Investment. A […]

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€8 Billion EU Wind Energy Investment Powered by BNP Paribas and EIB Partnership

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A significant collaboration between BNP Paribas and the European Investment Bank (EIB) is set to drive €8 billion in investments into wind energy projects across the European Union. This landmark partnership aims to accelerate the growth of wind power, enhance supply chains, and boost grid integration in line with the EU’s renewable energy targets. Strategic […]

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Governor Hochul Announces $150 Million in Clean Energy Grants for New York Public Colleges

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New York State is making a significant commitment to sustainability with Governor Kathy Hochul’s announcement of $150 million in grants to decarbonize public college campuses. These funds, drawn from the state’s $4.2 billion Clean Water, Clean Air, and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act of 2022, will go toward green energy upgrades at State University of […]

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Welcoming our 2025 Associate Editor Mentees! – The Applied Ecologist

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Journal of Applied Ecology offers a two-year mentoring opportunity for early career researchers to gain experience of the Associate Editor role. Each mentee works with one of our Senior Editor and also receives on-going support from the Editorial Office. Mentees have a great opportunity to learn more about the peer review process and publishing more widely through handling […]

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US Approves Major Loan for Sustainable Aviation Fuel Expansion Amid Political Shifts

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The U.S. Department of Energy has approved a critical loan guarantee for Montana Renewables, a subsidiary of Calumet Specialty Products, to significantly expand its sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) refinery in Great Falls, Montana. This approval, finalized under the Biden administration, comes despite concerns that the Trump administration might reconsider such green energy initiatives as part […]

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EU Secures €5 Billion in Green Bonds, Fueling Climate and Policy Initiatives

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The European Commission has raised €11 billion in its second syndicated bond issuance of 2025, which includes €5 billion in NextGenerationEU (NGEU) Green Bonds, marking a significant step toward funding climate projects and vital policy programs. The bond offering was met with strong investor demand, showcasing the continued appeal of EU-backed securities. The issuance was […]

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Gulf Nations Commit $100 Billion to Renewable Energy Push, Targeting 20% Emissions Reduction by 2030

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The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations are making a bold commitment to combat climate change, announcing a $100 billion investment in renewable energy over the next decade. This monumental pledge is part of a strategic effort to reduce carbon emissions by 20% by 2030, signaling a significant shift toward clean energy in a region traditionally […]

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Diversity enhances forest productivity through its effect on the number of trees within forests. |

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Xavier Morin, CEFE, CNRS, University of Montpellier, EPHE, IRD, Montpellier, France, discusses his article: More species, more trees: The role of tree packing in promoting forest productivity The effect of tree species diversity on forest productivity is now well-known. On average, plots with more species (in mixed forests) have a greater net productivity than plots with […]

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What is B Corp Certification? A Concise Answer!

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B Corp Certification is more than just a badge—it’s a commitment to balancing profit with purpose. This certification, awarded by the non-profit organisation B Lab, requires businesses to meet rigorous standards that assess their social and environmental impact. But what does this really mean, and why is it important? The Certification Process: More Than Just […]

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Europe’s Renewable Energy Bottleneck: Why 500GW of Clean Power is Stalled

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Europe is facing a critical gap in its energy infrastructure, with over 500 gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy capacity sitting idle due to insufficient grid connections, according to Andreas Schierenbeck, CEO of Hitachi Energy. As the continent struggles to meet soaring energy demands and achieve its climate goals, Schierenbeck has called for urgent investment in […]

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