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Climate Bonds Initiative Launches Public Consultation on New Climate Resilience Criteria
June 2nd, 2025 • The Climate Bonds Initiative has launched a public consultation on new Climate Resilience Process Criteria to certify investments in climate adaptation and resilience. Based on the Climate Bonds Resilience Taxonomy (CBRT), the framework aims to expand sustainable finance and drive global capital toward projects that strengthen climate risk management and adaptive capacity. Consultation ends 27 June 2025.
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Watershed Launches Free Global Emissions Data Platform to Advance Climate Action
June 2nd, 2025 • Watershed has launched Open CEDA, a free global emissions database covering 148 countries and 400 industries. Designed to improve emissions reporting accuracy, it supports better climate action across sectors. Partners like Amazon, PCAF, and WWF back the initiative, highlighting its role in advancing sustainability and reducing data access barriers.
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Forbes Releases 2025 Net Zero Leaders List, Spotlighting Companies Advancing Emissions Reduction Goals
May 30th, 2025 • Forbes has published its 2025 Net Zero Leaders list, recognizing 200 companies making significant progress in reducing or offsetting greenhouse gas emissions. The ranking evaluates efforts across operations, energy use, and supply chains, factoring in climate governance, risk management, and financial resilience to assess readiness for a low-carbon future.
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Sustainability-Linked Loan Fuels Bruntwood's Property Portfolio Plans
May 30th, 2025 • Bruntwood has secured a £140 million sustainability-linked loan to support its £240 million workspace portfolio across Northern England. The extended facility aligns with Bruntwood’s ESG goals, including carbon reduction and renewable energy use, and enables further investment in future-ready workspaces while reinforcing its long-term commitment to net zero targets.
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Singapore Unveils First Decarbonisation Guide to Support Manufacturing Sector's Green Transition
May 29th, 2025 • A new decarbonisation playbook has been launched to guide Singapore’s manufacturers toward net zero. Developed through a cross-sector collaboration, the guide offers practical tools, real-world case studies, and a step-by-step framework. It will also be integrated into education programmes to prepare the future workforce for sustainability challenges.
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Only 15% of UK Small Businesses Have Measured Their Carbon Footprint, Report Finds
May 29th, 2025 • A new report by the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) reveals that most UK small businesses lack awareness and understanding of carbon accounting. Just 15% have measured their carbon footprint. The report calls for clearer guidance, standardized frameworks, and targeted support to help small firms play their part in achieving the UK’s net zero goals.
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Bursa Malaysia and BoardRoom Partner to Promote Sustainability Reporting
May 28th, 2025 • Bursa Malaysia and BoardRoom Group have partnered to promote wider use of the Centralised Sustainability Intelligence (CSI) Solution among Malaysian companies. The collaboration aims to enhance sustainability reporting aligned with global standards, helping businesses strengthen environmental practices and meet evolving disclosure requirements effectively.
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IFC and Nedbank CIB Partner to Expand Green Building Finance in South Africa
May 28th, 2025 • IFC and Nedbank CIB have partnered to boost green building finance in South Africa with a $200 million loan. The initiative targets residential and commercial sectors, with a focus on affordable housing. Certified under IFC’s EDGE standards, the collaboration supports the country’s climate goals and addresses housing and infrastructure needs.
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Root Sustainability Unveils Fast, Scalable LCA Platform for Complex Product Portfolios
May 27th, 2025 • Root Sustainability has launched an automated Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) platform, enabling companies to quickly measure and manage environmental impacts across complex product portfolios. Designed for speed and scale, the SaaS solution helps businesses move beyond compliance and make smarter sustainability decisions in response to evolving global climate regulations.
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Global Solar Leaders Launch Sustainability Initiative
May 27th, 2025 • At the UNGC Global Business Summit in Jakarta, 24 leading solar companies launched the Global Solar Sustainable Alliance (GSSA) to drive ESG progress and sustainability across the solar value chain. The initiative promotes climate action, responsible sourcing, and inclusive growth, aligning with UN goals to accelerate the global energy transition.
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ERA Releases New Version of Sustainability KPI Framework
May 26th, 2025 • The European Rental Association has released Version 3.0 of its Sustainability KPI Framework to help rental companies meet CSRD requirements. The framework includes tailored KPIs for SMEs and large firms, practical tools for implementation, and guidance on materiality, high-risk operations, and sector-specific sustainability priorities.
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Novisto Raises $27M to Expand ESG Platform as EU Regulations Evolve
May 26th, 2025 • Novisto has raised US$27 million in a Series C round led by Inovia Capital, bringing total funding to over $55 million. The sustainability software firm will use the funds to expand in Europe, support CSRD compliance, and scale its ESG platform, which is already trusted by global clients like Sanofi and Emirates.