Tag: Environment
How wealth managers can prepare for MiFID II ESG update
With the ESG-focused principles of MiFID II regulation coming into force, wealth management firms need to be prepared for its impact and how they can future-proof their investment processes.
NatWest launches Carbon Planner for UK businesses to their carbon footprint
NatWest has launched Carbon Planner, a free to use digital platform aimed at helping UK businesses manage their future fuel and operational costs, as well as lower their carbon footprint.
PropTech ESG data platform Deepki acquires rival Fabriq
Deepki, which claims to be the only company in the world offering a fully populated ESG data intelligence platform for the real estate sector, has acquired Fabriq.
ESMA publishes findings around ESG ratings
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has published a letter to the European Commission around the findings of a call for evidence on ESG ratings.
Sustainability data platform ESG Book closes Series B
Sustainability data and technology company ESG Book has closed its Series B round on $25m, as it looks to respond to the growing demand of technology enabled ESG data solutions.
MAS releases use case for AI combating greenwashing
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has released the first use case of its NovA!, which aims to combat greenwashing.
Sustainability ratings business EcoVadis becomes latest FinTech unicorn
Sustainability ratings business EcoVadis has raised $500m in a funding round, which makes it the latest sustainability impact unicorn.
Institutional investors spend an average of $1.3m annually related to ESG...
Institutional investors are spending an average of $1.3m annually to collect, analyse and report climate data to inform their investment decisions, according to a study from ERM.
SEC proposes changes to ESG investment practices
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has proposed changes to rules and reporting around environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investment practices.
Enduring Planet scores $5m in debt and equity
Enduring Planet, a FinTech firm aimed at funding climate entrepreneurs, has reportedly raised $5m in a mixture of debt and equity. The round comprised of...