"Sustainable Finance" News Archive

LG Electronics issued its first global bond in 17 years, raising USD 800 million with strong global institutional interest despite market volatility.

The evolving discussion on double materiality holds significant implications for accounting standards and finance, with the IFRS set to determine its direction before COP26, shaping the path towards a net-zero economy.

How the EU’s new regulatory reforms simplify ESG reporting and unlock €50 billion in sustainable investments.

JP Morgan Chase Bank, N.A. and Sudrania Fund Services Corporation serve as fund administrators for the trusts.

Eva Goulbourne’s career reflects how multi-sector collaboration, sustainability, and blended finance can drive transformative change in food systems.

The SEC has introduced new rules that aim to standardize climate-related disclosures, emphasizing Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions.

Investors are pressuring fashion brands such as Burberry and Levi’s to improve their buying practices, driven by the recognition that sustainability is crucial for long-term financial success.

Mounting regulatory pressures and demand for science-based reduction targets are compelling businesses to prioritize managing Scope 3 emissions, despite challenges in measurement and reduction due to data limitations and operational complexities.

Amidst the SEC's climate disclosure rule, Investor Relations Officers face heightened responsibility in managing reputation, ESG concerns, and financial communications to maintain stakeholder trust.

Recent guidance from EFRAG aims to streamline a structured assessment process, echoing historical stakeholder engagement practices in assessing sustainability matters through a double-materiality lens.