Climate Policy & Business
Carbon markets, ESG, climate law, COP talks and corporate transition
Hy24 Secures Acquisition of Hynamics to Enhance Low-Carbon Hydrogen Production
Hy24 finalizes its acquisition of EDF's Hynamics, positioning itself for significant growth in the low-carbon hydrogen market across Europe.
Engie and CMA CGM Collaborate on Biomethane Plant for Sustainable Shipping
Engie and CMA CGM are joining forces to create a biomethane facility in France, advancing the shipping giant's decarbonization goals and boosting renewable fuel supplies.
Understanding the Financial Landscape of Super Pollutants and Climate Impact
The report highlights the urgent need to boost investments in super pollutants, which drive half of global warming, to effectively address climate change.
TROOPS Acquires Efforce to Enhance Sustainable Energy Solutions
TROOPS has announced its acquisition of Efforce, co-founded by Steve Wozniak, to strengthen its digital asset infrastructure and sustainable initiatives.
TNFD Enhances Nature-Related Disclosure Guidance with LEAP 2.0 Update
The TNFD has rolled out LEAP 2.0, elevating its guidance for corporate nature-related reporting and risk management ahead of COP 17.
Legal Outcomes on Climate Accountability: Two Courts, Divergent Paths
Recent rulings from the High Court of Australia and the U.S. Supreme Court highlight the evolving nature of climate accountability in law.
Epyr Secures €15 Million to Drive Electrification of Industrial Heating
Epyr has raised €15 million to scale its thermal energy storage solutions, targeting a significant shift in the industrial heating sector toward low-carbon electricity.
Africa Nature Impact Fund Launches to Support Nature-Based Projects with $100 Million Target
The Africa Nature Impact Fund, backed by Finance Earth and FSD Africa, aims to mobilize $100 million for nature-based projects, supporting both sustainability and local communities.
New Multi-Factor Transition Indices Combine Sustainability and Equity Exposure
Stoxx and Osmosis unveil a new suite of indices that incorporate sustainability directly into factor investing strategies for institutional investors.
Blaze Energy Secures $6.5 Million to Transform Maritime Fuel Solutions
Blaze Energy raises $6.5 million to enhance its technology for alternative fuel use in shipping, addressing emission challenges in the maritime sector.
BII Commits $1.6 Billion to Climate Initiatives in Southeast Asia
British International Investment pledges $1.6 billion for climate finance in Southeast Asia, focusing on renewable energy and sustainability over five years.
Candide Secures $71.5 Million for Climate Justice Initiatives in Underserved Communities
Candide's Afterglow Climate Justice Fund raises $71.5 million to finance clean energy projects in high-risk U.S. communities, boosting job creation and cost savings.
ISEP Introduces Multi-Tiered Accreditation for Carbon Accounting Professionals
ISEP has launched a new multi-tiered register for carbon accounting professionals, enhancing credibility and addressing the growing demand for accurate carbon data.
Pulpex Launches First Commercial Plant for Sustainable Fiber Bottles in Scotland
Pulpex inaugurates its first large-scale fiber bottle manufacturing plant near Glasgow, aiming to meet rising demand for sustainable packaging solutions.
PJM Advances 2.1 GW Interconnection Projects for Engie and LS Power
PJM has fast-tracked interconnections for 2.1 GW of energy projects from Engie and LS Power, set to come online by mid-2029.
Voltus Secures $225 Million to Expand Distributed Energy Resource Platform
Voltus has raised $225 million in Series D funding to enhance its distributed energy resource platform, targeting a 20 GW capacity expansion by 2030.
Discovery of New Giant Waterlily Species Sparked by Social Media
A newfound giant waterlily species, identified through an Instagram photo, highlights the importance of social media in botanical discovery.
Utility Rate Requests Surge to $4.5 Billion in Q3 2026, Reflecting Growing Costs
Investor-owned utilities have filed for a staggering $4.5 billion in rate increases in Q3 2026, a reflection of rising utility costs amid market pressures.
EY's New Climate Resilience Center Aims to Strengthen Regional Adaptation Efforts
EY has launched a Climate Resilience Center in Singapore to assist organizations in tackling climate risks and enhancing resilience across Southeast Asia.
Kerstin Lopatta Resigns as EFRAG Sustainability Reporting Chair Amid Governance Disputes
Kerstin Lopatta has resigned from her role as Chair of the EFRAG Sustainability Reporting Board after five months, citing governance disagreements.