Tag: climate
Barclays Exits Net-Zero Alliance Amid Global Retreat
Barclays exits UN-backed NZBA as global banks retreat under political pressure, but keeps its net-zero goals.
Japan Records Hottest Day at 41.2°C Amid Ongoing Heatwave
Japan recorded a new national temperature high of 41.2°C in Hyogo as heatwaves continue across the country. Kyoto hit 40°C for the...
US Renewable Energy Output Hits 28.1% in May, Led by Solar and Wind
Renewable energy sources contributed 28.1% to US electricity generation in May 2025, led by solar and wind power. Solar alone surp...
Turkey and Bulgaria Struggle to Contain Wildfires Amid Heatwave
Turkey and Bulgaria are battling deadly wildfires as a record-breaking Mediterranean heatwave continues. With evacuations, rising ...
Microsoft Backs Large-Scale Carbon Offset Project in India
Microsoft is investing in its first carbon offsetting project in India, supporting the planting of 11.6 million trees in Madhya Pr...
What Made Summer 2025 America’s Season of Flash Floods
Flash floods have surged across the U.S. in summer 2025 due to excessive rainfall, weakened jet streams, high atmospheric water va...
Esg Assurance Maturity Gap Widens In 2025 Report
Only 24% of firms lead in ESG assurance as most stay committed to CSRD goals despite regulatory uncertainties.
Canada Wildfires Scorch Area Equal to Size of Croatia in 2025
Canada's wildfires in 2025 have already burned over 13.6 million acres, equal to the size of Croatia. Officials warn of worsening ...
Three Dead, Over 1,000 Evacuated as South Korea Sees Heaviest Rainfall in 120 Ye...
South Korea’s South Chungcheong province experienced the heaviest hourly rainfall in 120 years, killing three and displacing over ...
IUCN Congress 2025 to Drive Global Climate and Conservation Policy
The IUCN World Conservation Congress 2025 in Abu Dhabi will bring together over 10,000 global stakeholders to advance nature conse...
China Leads Global Renewables Expansion in 2025
China is building 510 GW of solar and wind projects in 2025, accounting for three-quarters of global renewable capacity under cons...
Canada Reports CO2 Emissions Drop in 2023 Despite Growth
Canada’s CO2 emissions declined by 1% in 2023 to 694 megatonnes, despite population and economic growth. Key contributors include ...
Extreme Heat Drives Higher Wildfire Risks Globally
Extreme heat and climate change are increasing the risk and intensity of wildfires globally, with rising temperatures drying lands...
ISSB Begins Update Of Sector-Focused SASB Standards
ISSB releases exposure drafts to update SASB standards for 9 key sectors, inviting comments until November 30.
Ambienta Raises €500M For Small Cap ESG Strategy
Ambienta closes €500M fund to back Europe’s small cap sustainability firms, exceeding its €450M target amid strong demand.
Slovenia Issues €1B Bond Linked To Climate Targets
Slovenia raises €1B via its first sustainability-linked bond, tying interest rate to 2030 climate targets.
IFRS Foundation Launches Free ISSB Training Modules
IFRS Foundation offers free e-learning to help firms implement ISSB standards and boost sustainability reporting.
SEC Withdraws Key ESG And Shareholder Proposal Rules
SEC halts ESG disclosure and shareholder reform rules, signaling retreat from Biden-era climate regulations.
Quinbrook Appoints Brian Restall As Global CEO
Quinbrook names Brian Restall as first Global CEO, strengthening leadership for energy transition growth.
New York Unveils Historic $1B Sustainability Plan
New York unveils $1B plan for sustainability, clean energy, agriculture, and public infrastructure improvements.
Global Companies Raise Climate Goals Amid Policy Slowdown
Global companies are increasing climate goals despite policy challenges, with stronger emissions reduction targets.
