A new report from S&P Global forecasts a major shift in global energy investments, with the clean technology sector set to surpass fossil fuels by 2025. This transition is driven by the growing urgency to address climate change and reduce CO2 emissions, following the goals set by the 2015 Paris Agreement. The report anticipates a […]
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Schroders has secured a significant sustainable investment mandate worth £5.2 billion ($6.3 billion) from UK wealth management firm St. James’s Place (SJP), marking a strong endorsement of Schroders’ expertise in sustainable, active investment management. Strategic Allocation and Fund Details: The mandate will be allocated to SJP’s Sustainable & Responsible Equity (SRE) fund, which will invest […]
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The U.S. Department of the Treasury, alongside the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), has announced a $6 billion allocation in tax credits through the second round of the § 48C Qualifying Advanced Energy Project Tax Credit Program. This is part of the final phase of the $10 billion funding provision under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), […]
Continue ReadingClara Espinosa del Alba, Biodiversity Research Institute (IMIB, University of Oviedo – CSIC – Principality of Asturias), part of the Vegetation and Biodiversity Lab, discusses her article: Microclimatic variation regulates seed germination phenology in alpine plant communities, in English, Spanish, and Catalan. Background Seeds are essential for plant regeneration, but not only the quantity and […]
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Germany’s renewable energy sector reached a major milestone in 2024, with clean energy sources now accounting for 60% of the country’s power generation. This shift, achieved at “breakneck speed,” has made renewables the cornerstone of Germany’s energy system. The surge in renewables, including wind, solar, and biomass, was driven by a combination of factors, including […]
Continue ReadingLaura Vedovato introduces readers to a range of remote sensing tools, explaining how they can be applied to topical forests to monitor the effectiveness of restoration efforts. Read more in the original Review article. Introduction In recent years, global commitments to forest restoration, like the UN Decade on Restoration and the Global Biodiversity Framework, have […]
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See how the UAE is driving sustainability through its fight against desertification, a programme supported by ESG Pro Synopsis: The prioritisation of the advancement of environmental protection through significant efforts to combat desertification, restore degraded land, and improve water efficiency, all as part of a broader strategy to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050, […]
Continue ReadingLearn how the UAE is promoting sustainability and how its fight against plastic waste contributes to its national strategy, a programme supported by ESG Pro The UAE has been implementing a broad initiative to combat plastic pollution, phasing out single-use plastics, promoting eco-friendly alternatives, and enhancing recycling management, demonstrating its commitment to environmental sustainability. The […]
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The UK government has announced a £7.2 million funding commitment to support developing nations in transitioning towards nature-positive economies. The funding will be allocated to the International Nature Positive Economy Programme, which was unveiled at the CBD COP15 conference in Montreal by Treasury Lords Minister Baroness Penn. The initiative aims to embed nature-based decision-making into […]
Continue ReadingThe World Bank has successfully launched a AUD 1.75 billion (approximately USD 1.088 billion) Sustainable Development Bond for 2025, marking the beginning of its funding program for the year. The five-year bond, maturing on January 10, 2030, is priced with a fixed annual rate of 4.35%, offering a strong investment opportunity to global investors while […]
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