Category: CSR/ECO/ESG

Adoption of EU rules on the monitoring, reporting and verification of emissions to implement CORSIA

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The Commission has adopted a Delegated Regulation laying down rules for the monitoring, reporting and verification of aviation emissions for the purpose of implementing the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) within the European Economic Area (EEA).   The adoption of this Delegated Regulation aligns […]

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U.S. Energy Department Cancels $3.7 Billion in Green Energy Projects Initiated Under Biden Administration

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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has rescinded funding for 24 clean energy projects, totaling over $3.7 billion, that were approved during the final months of the Biden administration. This move marks a significant policy shift under the Trump administration, which is scaling back federal support for industrial decarbonization and carbon capture initiatives.(reuters.com, axios.com) Notable […]

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How Do Dry Conditions Affect Carbon Movement in Bamboo Forests? |

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Xiaogai Ge, from the Research Institute of Subtropical Forestry of the Chinese Academy of Forestry, and Mai-He Li, from the Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow, and Landscape Research in Switzerland, discuss their article: Drought Decreases Carbon Flux but Not Transport Speed of Newly Fixed Carbon from Leaves to Sinks in a Giant Bamboo Forest […]

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EBRD Advances Green and Inclusive Lending in Kyrgyz Republic

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Source: Excerpts from an EBRD article by Anton Usov The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is strengthening its support for climate resilience and gender-inclusive entrepreneurship in the Kyrgyz Republic through a new $8 million financial package to FINCA Bank Kyrgyzstan, one of the country’s leading microlenders. The funding is aimed at helping small […]

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Amprion Raises €1 Billion in Green Bonds to Power Germany’s Energy Transition

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Amprion GmbH has successfully secured €1 billion through a green dual-tranche bond offering, reinforcing its financial strength as a key enabler of Germany’s energy transition. Issued under its €9 billion debt programme, the bond will fund sustainable infrastructure that supports the country’s goal of a climate-neutral electricity grid. The offering was split equally into two […]

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EBRD Supports Sustainable and Inclusive Tourism in Türkiye with €25 Million Loan

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The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is strengthening its commitment to Türkiye’s tourism sector through a €25 million loan to Bartu Turizm Yatirimlari, a joint venture between German travel giant TUI Group and Akra Hotels. This initiative aims to support human capital development, expand employment opportunities, and enhance infrastructure in Antalya, which has […]

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China’s Strategic Shift in Overseas Energy Investments: A Move Toward Renewables

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For the first time, China has invested more in solar and wind energy projects abroad than in coal-fired power plants, marking a significant shift in its international energy financing strategy. Between 2022 and 2023, nearly 70% of China’s foreign power investments were directed toward renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind, surpassing fossil fuels […]

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Europe Falling Behind in Africa’s Critical Minerals Race Due to Strict ESG Standards, Researchers Warn

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Europe is losing ground in the global competition to secure access to Africa’s critical minerals, primarily due to its stringent environmental, social, and governance (ESG) requirements, according to two visiting fellows at the European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR). In a recent analysis, the energy researchers argue that the European Union’s “ESG-first” approach is hampering […]

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The potential of second-growth forests for bird diversity in a small holder landscape – The Applied Ecologist

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Mareike Kortmann and co-authors share a summary about their latest study which focusses on the ability of sample coverage to impact diversity measures of bird communities in tropical lowland forests. Tropical old-growth forests are disappearing at an alarming rate, leading to concerning biodiversity loss. But amidst this global decline, some forest areas are also recovering. […]

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