Tag: climate change
Climate change and finance: The transition from TCFD to ISSB standards
After six years of pioneering work in climate-related financial disclosure, the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) has released its final status report. ESG-focused FinTech company Position Green recently explained what firms can learn from the new report.
The ESG reporting transformation: How Regnology assisted Rabobank
Rabobank is the second-largest commercial bank in the Netherlands. Established initially to serve farmers through cooperative structures, it has since expanded to have a significant presence not only in Europe but also in nations with large agricultural sectors.
How will ESG FinTech develop over the next five years?
Climate change is one of the most critical challenges humans need to overcome. Financial institutions play a major role in the world’s shift to a greener future, and many are stepping up to the plate to prioritise sustainability across their operations.
Climate tech investments decline, but show signs of resilience
Climate tech investments witnessed a 40% decline in 2023 due to factors like economic uncertainty and geopolitical conflicts.
Energy analytics startup Amperon raises $20m
Amperon Holdings, a Houston-based energy analytics startup, has successfully secured $20m in Series B funding.
IIGCC’s NZIF 2.0 set to revolutionise investor guidance for climate change
The Institutional Investors Group on Climate Change (IIGCC) is upgrading its NZIF, named NZIF 2.0, to be more interactive and investor-led.
The USA continues to lead the way for ESG FinTech deal...
Key ESG FinTech investment stats in Q2 2023:
• The United States led the way for ESG FinTech deal activity with six transactions in Q2
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Major investors challenge UK’s climate commitment amid global clean energy race
A group of financial institutions managing assets worth £1.5tn have expressed their concerns about the UK’s net zero transition in a letter to Rishi Sunak.
Navigating the Future: Aviation’s Transformation through Insurance
The aviation sector, with its rich tapestry of innovations and challenges, has always mirrored the intricacies of our rapidly evolving world. From major incidents like 9/11 and the subsequent geopolitical challenges, to facing global health crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic and the growing demands of climate action, aviation has consistently proven its resilience.
Are financial institutions overlooking nature-related risks?
Despite the vital role of nature in financial decision-making, a report found the majority of institutions are not giving it due consideration.