News about greenwashing on 2022-08-19

ASAHI HAIKUIST NETWORK / David McMurray | The Asahi Shimbun : Breaking News , Japan News and Analysis
This is a selection of images from around the world which appear to have been published in the last few weeks. These are some of the pictures released by the BBC's weekly The Sun submitted to our readers across the continent.
Source: asahi.com
Published on 2022-08-19

Australia HESTA Accused of Greenwashing | Chief Investment Officer
An Australian pension fund has been accused of breaching environmental laws and putting its members at risk due to investments in two major oil and gas producers, a lawyer has claimed. Environmental Defenders Office (EDO) says the fund is responsible for climate change.
Source: ai-cio.com
Published on 2022-08-19

Chevron PR Firm Launches New Sites in Journalism - Starved Regions
Oil giant Chevron is operating a network of local news outlets in Texas and California, according to reports from the US state-owned company Climate Power (Cenova), which runs the company’s oil refinery in San Francisco and Richmond.
Source: ecowatch.com
Published on 2022-08-19

ESG : A sustainable approach in turbulent times | White & Case LLP
Environmental, social and governance, sustainability-linked debt issuances have reached record levels in 2021 before macro-headwinds slowed the global sales of loans. The BBC's weekly The Boss series profiles some of the key financial challenges facing investors.
Source: jdsupra.com
Published on 2022-08-19

EU ESG Fund Industry Is Cutting Down on Posers
The European Union’s latest update on sustainable funds has revealed a lack of sustainability in the financial markets, which could be linked to fossil fuels, coal and tobacco, and other threats to the environment.
Source: etftrends.com
Published on 2022-08-19

Europe securities markets regulator endorses ESG benchmark label to deter greenwashing
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has called for a new EU benchmark label to be introduced in the European Union and other countries in order to protect investors from "greenwashing" and "environmental interference" in financial markets.
Source: pionline.com
Published on 2022-08-19

Fast fashion giant H & M accused of greenwashing in US lawsuit
A plaintiff has filed a legal case against H&M, the UK’s biggest fashion retailer, over the environmental impact of its products and operations, according to reports. Consumers are being tricked into buying environmentally-friendly products.
Source: balkangreenenergynews.com
Published on 2022-08-19

Five minutes with ... Aegon | Money Marketing
A new study shows a clear link between sustainable investing and financial wellbeing, according to the UK’s biggest investment firm. Why? Where do you invest and what does it mean for your finances, asks the BBC's Money Marketing Interactive.
Source: moneymarketing.co.uk
Published on 2022-08-19

Five Ways You Can Green Your Supply Chain
Companies across the world are taking steps to improve their sustainability targets, according to a new report from the British Chamber of Commerce (BALtic) in the US and Canada. But can you improve your supply chain with an eye toward your green commitment?
Source: prnewswire.com
Published on 2022-08-19

Keeping miners honest is tougher than it seems
A group of environmental activists has called for a corporate accountability team to be involved in the fight against greenwashing in South Africa, which could be overstating its efforts and progress, and threatening the future of its business practices.
Source: miningmx.com
Published on 2022-08-19

Mercedes - Benz distances from sustainable ads called out for greenwashing
Mercedes-Benz has denied using English language images to promote its Mexican Earth Day campaign without any approval of the car giant's owners, according to the spokesperson of its car company behind the new advertising claim..
Source: marketing-interactive.com
Published on 2022-08-19

Not A Ripple of Difference
The Greens have asked just one Parliamentary question of the government. So what do they hold themselves to account? The BBC’s Jeremy Corbyn looks at the challenges facing the Green Party in parliament. Why do these politicians do so?
Source: thestandard.org.nz
Published on 2022-08-19

Public Sector Must Play Major Role In Catalyzing Private Cli ...
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has called for a major shift in global funding to tackle climate change, which could cost the world $630bn (£430 billion) per year - the highest level since the start of the century.
Source: menafn.com
Published on 2022-08-19

Telfar Bags , Vegan Leather and an Unexpected Lesson
Beyoncé’s latest tote has become a symbol of the fashion shifts in fashion, according to reports from the New York Fashion Week.The BBC's Chris Stokel-Walker looks at why the luxury goods are expensive.
Source: businessoffashion.com
Published on 2022-08-19

The best luxury hotels in the Maldives
It’s a luxury hotel in the Maldives, where hundreds of guests are expected to leave their homes on Christmas Eve. But what is it like, asks the BBC's Sharm El-Sheikh, to find out what it does.
Source: harpersbazaar.com
Published on 2022-08-19

Viewpoint : New united kingdom government taskforce signals importance of ESG
Pension scheme trustees and other industry participants are being asked to help their employers identify risks and opportunities as a result of social factors in environmental, social and governance investing. The BBC’s Chris Stokel-Walker looks at the challenges.
Source: ipe.com
Published on 2022-08-19