New ISSB guide tackles fragmented climate reporting
The IFRS Foundation has published new implementation guidance to help organisations disclose climate-related transition plans in line with its sustainability standard, IFRS S2.
The document,...
UK proposes extended climate-first reporting standards
The UK government has released draft sustainability and climate-related disclosure standards, marking a significant step towards creating a unified sustainability reporting framework for the...
FourTwoThree launches with focus on SME climate impact
FourTwoThree, a smart climate action platform designed to support SMEs in transitioning to more sustainable operations, has officially launched with backing from major financial institutions.
How ESG fund names influence EU investments
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) recently revealed that ESG-related fund names have a measurable influence on investor behaviour.
According to its latest research,...
Singapore draft aims to clarify carbon credit use
Singapore has released new draft guidance to support the credible use of voluntary carbon credits, aiming to bring clarity, confidence and environmental integrity to...
Malaysia unveils Climate Finance Innovation Lab
Malaysia has unveiled its Climate Finance Innovation Lab (CFIL), a major initiative aimed at accelerating the development and deployment of innovative financial solutions for...
Sofri launches upgraded app to promote ESG banking
Sofri, a technology-led financial institution powered by Nigeria’s Links Microfinance Bank, has launched a revamped digital app platform to enhance user experience and embed...
GRI launches digital taxonomy for ESG disclosures
GRI has launched its new Sustainability Taxonomy, a digital tool designed to modernise sustainability reporting by making GRI disclosures machine-readable using XBRL, the global language for business reporting.
ESG finance education shifts toward pragmatism
Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) finance courses are undergoing a global transformation, moving away from idealistic frameworks to a more grounded, risk-focused approach, according...
ESG reporting for SMEs under review as ACMF opens consultation
The ASEAN Capital Markets Forum has opened a public consultation on its ESG disclosure framework tailored for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), in an...













