News about greenwashing on 2022-12-23
Greenwashing alert : Africa red - flags nature buzzwords ...
Nature-based solutions are the “solution for Africa”, according to a leading scientist at the UN Biodiversity Conference in Kunming, in the United Nations, which takes place in Geneva this week. Scientists have told the Daily Maverick that they are not the only thing Africa has going in its favour.
Source: dailymaverick.co.za
Published on 2022-12-23
2022 : In a word , whiplash
In our series of letters from African journalists, I'm going to explain what happened in January - and what's happening in the financial year when I went to Alphaville, the company which became the first publicly listed company ever to have a $3trn valuation.
Source: investmentweek.co.uk
Published on 2022-12-23
ASIC issues infringement notice against super trustee for greenwashing
The Competition and Standards Authority has issued a complaint against two trustees over claims they claimed to prevent investment in super products involved in polluting and carbon-intensive activities which cause environmental and social harm, the regulator has said.
Source: investordaily.com.au
Published on 2022-12-23
Biden dilemma : How do you define green hydrogen ?
Scientists are calling for a new law to encourage hydrogen developers to use offsets while claiming tax credits for the fuel. They want to change the definition of “green” when buying renewable energy certificates or other emissions.
Source: eenews.net
Published on 2022-12-23
BlackRock Pitch for Socially Conscious Investing Antagonizes All Sides
BlackRock’s chief executive Andy Fink has been accused of being a “smoke screen” by Democratic critics of his stance on fossil fuel investments.A former chairman of the company says he is calling for the firm to reverse climate change.
Source: nytimes.com
Published on 2022-12-23
Dr Vandana Shiva : What missing from the climate change debate
A number of foreign offices have been evacuated from their buildings in Greece, according to the latest reports from the International Broadcasting Corporation (ICBC) and Associated Press (AP) in the capital, Athens. These are some of the most important places to be reported.
Source: pressenza.com
Published on 2022-12-23
Editor Pick : Top DeSmog united kingdom Stories of 2022
In our series of letters from African journalists, the BBC’s Jeremy Hunt looks at how the DeSmog UK team handled climate change in the past year, writes the former chief executive of the UK Greenpeace team, Tony Mitchell.
Source: desmog.com
Published on 2022-12-23
Enforcement and litigation risks : united kingdom FCA proposed anti - greenwashing rule and Sustainability Disclosure Requirements | Allen & Overy LLP
Greenwashing is a growing problem in the UK financial services industry, which could lead to the introduction of new rules to tackle the issue, writes the BBC's Chris Stokel-Walker at the COP 26 summit in London on climate change.
Source: jdsupra.com
Published on 2022-12-23
How Volkswagen Transitioned From Climate Cheater To EV Leader
The Dirty Diesel Debacle is a serious corporate scandal that has left Volkswagen facing millions of dollars of fines and damages, according to the BBC's InsideEVs website. Powered by Tesla, the company has been accused of cheating on emissions tests.
Source: insideevs.com
Published on 2022-12-23
How Young People Shaped 2022
In our series of letters from African journalists, we’re looking at the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on students and their experiences in the world of student journalistism. Each year, the BBC’s weekly StudentNation profiles students from across the country.
Source: thenation.com
Published on 2022-12-23
india : G20 Presidency : Can India be the global south voice for climate finance ?
India is to become the first country in the world to be elected as president of the G20 climate summit. The BBC’s Geeta Pandey looks at how India's efforts to help developing countries cope with the impacts of global warming are handled.
Source: economictimes.indiatimes.com
Published on 2022-12-23
Net Zero for Financial Institutions : How to Crush Your Sustainability Goals
Companies are being urged to report on the progress of their efforts to tackle climate change. Here's a look at the impact of the environment on consumer demands and environmental concerns in the industry. Environmentalism is the key to the global economy.
Source: americanbanker.com
Published on 2022-12-23
Pictet Says $14 Billion of Funds to Lose Top ESG Designation
The European Union’s environmental, social and governance classification is to be removed from equity funds, according to a leading investment arm. Environmental, Social and Governance (Environmental Governance) is being listed under stricter European rules.
Source: bnnbloomberg.ca
Published on 2022-12-23
SW SAFETY WINS SILVER IN 12TH ANNUAL BEST IN BIZ AWARDS
Environmentally friendly gloves have been named a Silver winner in Best in Biz Awards, the only independent business awards program judged each year by prominent editors and reporters from top-tier publications in North America. The BBC's weekly The Boss series profiles different business leaders from around the world.
Source: menafn.com
Published on 2022-12-23
The most - viewed IR Magazine articles of 2022
In our series of letters from around the world, we’re looking at the most-viewed articles of 2022 - from Russia’s reclassification and cyber-risk ratings to a global climate change crisis which threatens the future of the economy.
Source: irmagazine.com
Published on 2022-12-23
The Steps Fashion Must Take to Hit Its Sustainability Goals
In our series of letters from African journalists, writer and columnist Ken Patterson looks at the challenges facing the fashion industry during the coronavirus lockdown. Here’s a look at how the industry is coping with the impact of global warming and climate change.
Source: businessoffashion.com
Published on 2022-12-23
Three Ways Leaders Can Promote Sustainability
Climate change is a key issue for the global economy, according to the BBC's weekly The Boss series. This week we speak to climate change protesters in Glasgow, Scottish and Northern Ireland - October 28 and the anniversary of the COP26 summit.
Source: forbes.com
Published on 2022-12-23
Top 10 Blog Posts for the Workplace Privacy , Data Management & Security Report for 2022 | Jackson Lewis P . C .
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed into law the Consumer Privacy Act, which tightens rules on vehicle tracking and fleet management. Here are five things you need to know about the new law ahead of the next few weeks, and why.
Source: jdsupra.com
Published on 2022-12-23
UA Compost Cats invites Tucson to mediate food waste
A community garden in the US state of Arizona is being opened to the public to help tackle food waste from landfills, according to a local environmental organisation which uses composting to reduce the amount of rubbish thrown into the country.
Source: tucsonweekly.com
Published on 2022-12-23
UAE out to prove doubters wrong on sustainability
The United Arab Emirates is set to host the world’s biggest climate change conference in a decade. The BBC's Jonathan Marcus looks at the challenges facing the country and its efforts to tackle the impact of global carbon emissions on the planet.
Source: investmentmonitor.ai
Published on 2022-12-23
UK - based Serco plans to launch space division in Saudi Arabia in 2023
A British company is planning to expand its space services in Saudi Arabia next year, according to a leading Saudi-based contractor which has been serving the European Space Agency for more than 40 years, it has revealed. UAE: Serco - Saudi
Source: arabnews.com
Published on 2022-12-23
Understanding ESG Objectives And Goals In The Era Of Greenwashing
Greenwashing has become increasingly problematic in the investment world. But what is it like to hide the reality of poor environmental, social, and governance? The BBC’s Timothy M. Doyle looks at the challenges facing the practice and why.
Source: zerohedge.com
Published on 2022-12-23
United Nations calls for verification of carbon claims
The UN Secretary General, António Guterres, has called for businesses to report publicly on their net zero promises. Here is the full text of a statement made by the UN's chief executive, Catherine Mckenna, on the issue.
Source: icaew.com
Published on 2022-12-23