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Apple expands renewable energy capacity in Europe by 650 MW. The company aims to align customer electricity usage for Apple products with renewable sources, contributing to its 2030 carbon neutrality goal by developing solar and wind projects across Europe….
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Fidelity International launches climate-focused global equity ETF. Fidelity International has introduced the Fidelity Global Equity Research Enhanced PAB UCITS ETF, targeting income and capital growth while adhering to Paris Agreement climate goals by limiting carbon emissions exposure. This fund is part of Fidelity’s Research Enhanced ETF range….
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Net Zero Asset Managers initiative resumes with updated commitments. The initiative paused in 2025 due to regulatory changes and political pressure. It now returns with revised guidelines, omitting the 2050 net zero target, to better accommodate diverse market realities….
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Meta and Engie North America sign new solar energy agreements. The agreements include a 600 MW solar project in Texas, boosting their collaboration to over 1.3 GW. This supports Meta’s commitment to renewable energy for its data centres….
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Norges Bank releases its 2030 Climate Action Plan. The plan outlines its updated approach to managing climate-related financial risks and opportunities. It focuses on engagement with portfolio companies to align activities with global net zero emissions targets by 2050….
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Arca signs a 10-year carbon removal agreement with Microsoft. British Columbia-based Arca will use its technology to transform mining waste into rock, permanently sequestering nearly 300,000 tonnes of CO2. The agreement supports Microsoft’s goal to become carbon negative by 2030….
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Net Purpose acquires SDI AOP to unify sustainable investment standards. The acquisition aims to enhance sustainable investing by creating a unified standard that accelerates investments aligned with climate and Sustainable Development Goals, leveraging the expertise of major pension asset managers….
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UK universities plan £500m fossil-free cash investment fund. A coalition of 79 higher education institutions, led by Cambridge, aims to decarbonise short-term investments through a new fund excluding fossil fuel-linked companies, expected to launch by late 2025.
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UK grants FCA powers to regulate ESG ratings providers. The legislation aims to ensure transparency and comparability in ESG ratings, enhancing trust in sustainable finance. A public consultation on detailed rules is expected by year-end.
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Upright launches a tool for real-time double materiality assessment. The tool, available for free, allows companies to conduct a comprehensive double materiality assessment using just their URL, addressing key impacts, risks, and opportunities in minutes….