Tag: greenwashing
UK Opens Consultation On Transition Finance Rules
UK launches consultation on draft Transition Finance Guidelines to mobilise capital for high-emitting sectors
ESMA And EU Environment Agency Join Forces On Green Finance
ESMA and EU Environment Agency deepen cooperation to strengthen oversight of sustainable finance and green claims.
FCA Finds Sustainability Loan Market More Credible
FCA says sustainability-linked loans show stronger targets, improved credibility, but challenges in scaling remain
23 States Warn SBTi Over Net Zero Antitrust Risks
23 state AGs warn SBTi its net zero rules may breach antitrust laws by restricting fossil fuel financing and insurance.
Shein Fined €1 Million In Italy For Greenwashing Claims
Shein fined €1 million by Italian watchdog for misleading green claims on clothing and vague climate pledges.
Carbon Developers Call for Stronger Oversight Amid Greenwashing Concerns
Carbon developers are calling for stronger complaint handling and stricter oversight in the voluntary carbon market, as greenwashi...
UK Scraps Green Taxonomy From Finance Framework
UK drops plan for Green Taxonomy after mixed feedback, prioritizing reporting standards and transition policies.
Greener, Fairer, Stronger: How ESG Regulations Are Reshaping Business
ESG regulations reshape business by enforcing transparency, sustainability, and accountability across sectors.
ESMA Issues Guidelines To Curb Greenwashing Claims
ESMA issues guidance for issuers, fund managers to ensure ESG claims are accurate, clear, and not misleading.
Luxembourg Stock Exchange Unveils Transition Gateway
LuxSE launches Transition Gateway using NZT data to boost transparency and credibility in climate finance plans.
EU Clarifies Green Claims Law Not Yet Withdrawn
EU Commission confirms Green Claims Directive not withdrawn, amid backlash and confusion over microenterprise scope.
Singapore Issues Draft Guide On Carbon Credit Use
Singapore releases draft guidance to help firms use carbon credits responsibly as part of climate action strategies.
EU Drops Green Claims Rule Amid Political Pressure
EU withdraws Green Claims Directive, sparking concern over fragmented rules and weakened greenwashing safeguards.
EU to Drop Greenwashing Rules Following Political Pushback
The European Commission plans to scrap its Green Claims Directive, which would have required companies to verify environmental cla...
EPP Opposes EU Green Claims Directive Over Burden
EPP urges EU to drop Green Claims Directive, citing high costs, complexity, and unclear benefits for consumers.
SEC Withdraws Key ESG And Shareholder Proposal Rules
SEC halts ESG disclosure and shareholder reform rules, signaling retreat from Biden-era climate regulations.
Banks Increased Fossil Fuel Financing Sharply in 2024
In 2024, global banks increased fossil fuel financing to $869 billion, reversing years of decline and raising concerns over climat...
UK Firms Urged To Clarify ESG Language And Goals
80% of UK firms prioritise ESG, but vague language risks credibility, warns new report by Nottingham University.
Canada Issues Final Guidelines Against Greenwashing
Canada’s Competition Bureau releases strict guidelines to prevent misleading environmental claims by companies.
UPS Faces Shareholder Pushback Over Climate Transparency
UPS shareholders push for transparency on climate goals during the 2025 annual meeting, highlighting legal and reputational risks ...
Iberdrola Issues First EuGB Bond With High Demand
Iberdrola raises €750M with first EuGB green bond, drawing record demand and advancing EU sustainability goals.
