News about greenwashing on 2022-06-28
Greenwashing : A new climate battleground
The world’s biggest oil and gas companies are advertising and lobbying for more drilling and burning of fossil fuels, according to a new report published by the French Financial Times and the British Broadcasting Corporation (BFI) .
Source: jordantimes.com
Published on 2022-06-28
Greenwashing : a new climate misinformation battleground
Scientists have warned that climate change is a threat to global warming, but they say it is not the only way to tackle the spread of these myths in the world of greenhouse gases, according to scientists at the University of Oxford.
Source: japantimes.co.jp
Published on 2022-06-28
A regenerative farmer reservations on carbon trading
Farmers are being urged not to sell their carbon certificates because of climate change, according to a new report from the BBC's weekly The Economist . Why is the practice so controversial and why does it really work?
Source: fwi.co.uk
Published on 2022-06-28
Asian bankers with ESG job titles under pressure to sell products they dont fully understand
Vivien Teu, chief executive of Deutsche Bank, has warned that a lack of clarity over the definition of E, S and G is threatening sustainability in the finance sector, as it tries to increase the number of jobs created in Asia.
Source: eco-business.com
Published on 2022-06-28
Bellona Europa Launches Taxonomy CDA Event Series
The EU’s new climate change strategy has been published by a group of environmental activists, including Bellona Europa, in the wake of the publication of an act aimed at protecting fossil fuels from greenhouse gases and renewable energy.
Source: bellona.org
Published on 2022-06-28
Bio - FlexGen : Green Hydrogen And Bioenergy For A Circular Future
A selection of images from across the world appears to have been submitted to BBC News ahead of the deadline for a new journalism exhibition in New York. Please find out what you need to know about us. BBC Scotland's News website
Source: fuelcellsworks.com
Published on 2022-06-28
China Warns of Moral Hazard Risks as Green Financing Booms
The governor of China’s central bank has warned against environmental hazards as it expands its use of green monetary policy to drive the country's energy transition.A transcript of a rare interview has been released by the state broadcaster.
Source: bnnbloomberg.ca
Published on 2022-06-28
Chinese central bank warns of moral hazard risks as green financing booms
China’s central bank has warned it needs strict supervision over its use of green monetary policy tools in a bid to tackle the rising costs of investment in the country's green economy, it has been claimed. However, there are calls for information disclosure.
Source: taipeitimes.com
Published on 2022-06-28
Dig the new breed of law firm
Technology is being driven by a new sense of purpose, according to the latest analysis from British Financial Research Center (CB Insights), which reveals that environmental, social and governance is the new key to financial performance and investor confidence.
Source: lawgazette.co.uk
Published on 2022-06-28
Ethical fund transparency and trust paramount
Australian investors are being warned that they are not fully responsible for their investments, according to a leading advisory group.The regulator says it is time for more consistency and clearer communication with the industry when it comes to protecting the environment.
Source: brisbanetimes.com.au
Published on 2022-06-28
Facing up to the ethics of sustainability
Businesses across the world are increasingly struggling to maintain their sustainability ambitions, according to the Institute of Chartered Accountancy (ICAEW), which is based in London. But why do accountants struggle to achieve a sustainable business model?
Source: icaew.com
Published on 2022-06-28
Fashion brands pause use of sustainability index tool over greenwashing claims
H&M has become the latest fashion retailer to stop using its product-labelling tool to raise awareness of its environmental impact. But what does this mean for shoppers and their environment?BBC News looks at the impact of the product.
Source: theguardian.com
Published on 2022-06-28
Future Returns : Single - Family Offices Turning More to Private Markets
Financial growth is likely to be at a higher level than previously thought, according to UBS, the world’s largest financial institution. But what does this mean for wealthy families, and their investors? The BBC's James Jeffrey explains.
Source: marketwatch.com
Published on 2022-06-28
Going green with sovereign bonds - The Hindu BusinessLine
Environmental, Social and Governance is one of the biggest challenges facing the global economy. So, is the move to issue sovereign bonds seeking to fill a gap in the market or is it just crowding out present market activities? And does it really happen?
Source: thehindubusinessline.com
Published on 2022-06-28
Google Cloud expands availability and scope of IT sustainability tracking tools for enterprises
A new era of sustainability-driven business transformation is under way, according to the company behind Google’s cloud strategy - which aims to encourage businesses to be more environmentally friendly and more sustainable in their business areas during the pandemic.
Source: computerweekly.com
Published on 2022-06-28
Greenwashing - Increased Compliance Risk for Companies
A new search tool has been launched to find the right lawyer for anyone who wants to work with someone else in the UK. Please help us find out if you want to apply for an inquiry or prosecution against another man or woman.
Source: lexology.com
Published on 2022-06-28
Greenwashing - Increased Compliance Risk for Companies | Hogan Lovells
Environmental protection laws are being tightened across the world amid growing concerns about the impact of climate change on companies and funds, according to a report from the Financial Crimes Commission (Federal Office for Economic and Social Development).
Source: jdsupra.com
Published on 2022-06-28
New Mexico landmark coal transition law faces an uncertain timeline High Country News – Know the West
The Mexican state of New Mexico has signed a bill which would allow coal power to be withdrawn from its smokestacks without abandoning those who have worked or breathed under it, according to the state’s state govnor.
Source: hcn.org
Published on 2022-06-28
Opinion : How China Could Address Its Green Finance Challenges
China’s green finance system is a key part of the country's economy, according to the latest government guidelines published by the Chinese Financial Secretary, Xi Jinping, and the government of China Banking and Insurance Commission (CBI) in Beijing.
Source: caixinglobal.com
Published on 2022-06-28
PR News | Is Travel Sustainable in a Post - Pandemic World ?
The coronavirus pandemic has changed the way tourism and travel is handled, writes the BBC’s Chris Stokel-Walker, chief executive of the British Travel Institute. They describe the impact of lockdown on the global economy, and how they are changing.
Source: odwyerpr.com
Published on 2022-06-28
Prices Triple in Brazil Lopsided Market for Carbon Credits
Brazil’s controversial greenhouse gas credit scheme has been criticised by critics. But what does it mean for the country's biggest carbon market, and why is it almost impossible to meet its climate goals? BBC News looks at some of the issues.
Source: bnnbloomberg.ca
Published on 2022-06-28
Schroders : Why we are against Sainsbury becoming Living Wage - accredited
This is a full transcript of the latest batch of images released by the Incisive Business Media Limited (IP) which appears to have been published in the New London House newspapers. These are the full list of companies registered in England and Wales.
Source: investmentweek.co.uk
Published on 2022-06-28
Scrutiny of ESG investing to intensify in coming months
Australians are being urged to avoid focusing on environmental impact assessments (Environmental Governance Scores) amid a lack of understanding about the impact of greenwashing and climate change in their efforts to tackle the growing debate.
Source: ifa.com.au
Published on 2022-06-28
SEC ESG - Rulemaking Wave Continues with Proposed Rule for Advisers and Funds | Holland & Knight LLP
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has proposed a new environmental, social and governance regulation for advisers and funds. Here's what you need to know about these rules and how they are being regulated by the agency.
Source: jdsupra.com
Published on 2022-06-28
Shorting for ESG : Liquid alternatives and responsible investments
Environmental protection schemes are a key part of the global economy, according to the latest figures from the Institute for Fiscal Studies (Institute of Economics and Financial Advisory) in the US and Canada. These funds could be used to encourage climate-conscious investment.
Source: investmentweek.co.uk
Published on 2022-06-28
Stagecoach Set to Delist After Acquisition by DWS
Shares in Stagecoach have soared amid a sharp rise in the value of shares, as the firm tries to secure its future ahead of its departure from the London Stock Exchange. Financial Times reports that the company is set to close in June.
Source: cmcmarkets.com
Published on 2022-06-28
What do the major ESG funds offer ?
The UK’s biggest equity funds have fallen sharply in the first half of the year, according to the latest figures from the Royal Society of Economics and Financial Crimes (SEC) . But what does this mean for investors?
Source: investorschronicle.co.uk
Published on 2022-06-28
Without further ado …
Climate change is a growing threat to our planet, writes the BBC's Chris Stokel-Walker. Why does it take to reverse the movement that destroys our planeta and seems imminent and inevitable? The climate change crisis has become increasingly dangerous.
Source: delano.lu
Published on 2022-06-28
WPP : Greenpeace is right to protest but we will still work with energy clients
Environmental group Greenpeace has been involved in three incidents at Cannes Lions as the environmental group called for a ban on fossil fuel advertising and sponsorship.WPP has defended its work for major energy companies, saying it will continue to help them with their marketing.
Source: prweek.com
Published on 2022-06-28
Youth for Climate Voices Anti - Greenwashing Concerns
A group representing climate change activists in Luxembourg has taken part in a protest against the introduction of the EU Taxonomy - which aims to encourage fossil fuels to be sustainable within the European Union's tax system.
Source: chronicle.lu
Published on 2022-06-28