FCA Finds Sustainability Loan Market More Credible
FCA says sustainability-linked loans show stronger targets, improved credibility, but challenges in scaling remain
EU Launches Voluntary ESG Standard For SMEs
EU introduces voluntary ESG reporting standard for SMEs to ease data sharing and boost access to green finance.
Anjinho Probes EU Over Green Law Rollback Process
Anjinho questions EU’s bypass of climate, impact, and public review in Omnibus I rollback of green business laws.
EU Grants Two-Year CSRD Relief For Big Companies
EU delays CSRD disclosures for large firms till FY 2027, easing ESG reporting rules under Omnibus I reform package.
EU And EIB Launch €5B Plan To Boost Global Investment
EU and EIB launch €5B guarantee to unlock €10B for clean energy, infrastructure, and SME support globally.
Singapore Seeks Climate Reporting Delay For SMEs
Singapore seeks 1–2 year delay in ISSB climate reporting for smaller SGX firms citing low readiness and resource gaps.
EU Council Scales Back Sustainability Reporting Rules
EU Council eases sustainability rules, cutting burdens for SMEs and narrowing CSRD, CSDDD scopes for large firms.
Singapore Unveils Free ESG Data Platform For SMEs
Singapore launches Gprnt, a free digital platform enabling SMEs to automate ESG emissions reporting using govt data.
EU Exempts 90% Importers From CBAM Rules
EU lawmakers approve CBAM changes exempting 90% of importers while covering 99% of key sector emissions.
EIF And BNP Paribas Unlock €200M Green Leasing Fund
EIF and BNP Paribas sign €200M InvestEU guarantee to boost green leasing for SMEs in four major EU countries.
EU Parliament Backs CBAM Reforms To Ease SME Burden
EU Parliament approves CBAM reforms, exempting 90% of small importers while keeping 99% emissions regulated.
L’Oréal Launches €100M Sustainable Innovation Drive
L’Oréal launches €100M Sustainable Innovation Accelerator to support green technologies and sustainability goals.
Welsh Bank Launches CO2 Automation Scheme for UK SMEs
The Development Bank of Wales has launched Perseus, a UK-first pilot scheme to automate carbon and energy data reporting for SMEs,...
EU Unveils 2025 Plan For Sustainable Product Rules
EU sets 2025–2030 plan to enforce sustainable design, repairability, and transparency for key product sectors.
EU Eases Deforestation Rules To Cut Company Burden
EU eases deforestation law to cut business burden while keeping environmental goals intact and boosting compliance.
BBVA And EIB Unlock €185M For Green Housing In Spain
BBVA and EIB unlock €185M to fund energy-efficient housing in Spain, boosting sustainability and climate resilience.
EU Delays Sustainability Directives to Boost Competitiveness
EU delays CSRD and CSDDD directives to reduce regulatory burden and boost business competitiveness.
Standard Chartered Issues First Social Bond For Growth
Standard Chartered raises €1 billion through its first Social bond to support sustainable development in emerging markets.
IFC $100M Loan to QNB Leasing Boosts Sustainability
IFC’s $100M loan to QNB Leasing boosts sustainable energy, blue finance, and SME growth in Türkiye.
DBS and SMF Partner to Drive Green Manufacturing Shift
DBS and SMF partner to help Singapore’s manufacturers reduce emissions and stay competitive in the green economy.
EU Proposes Major Simplifications In Sustainability Rules
EU proposes major sustainability reporting cuts, exempting 80% of companies from new regulations.
