ESG
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J.P. Morgan Mansart launches fund focusing on sustainable equities. The J.P. Morgan Mansart iCubed Global Equity Select Fund aims to offer exposure to developed market equities with enhanced sustainability features and low tracking error, tracking the Solactive iCubed Global Sustainability Index….
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BP and JERA form renewable joint venture in offshore wind. The newly established JERA Nex bp boasts a potential generating capacity of 13GW, making it a significant player in the global offshore wind industry….
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Brimstone and Amazon agree on low-carbon cement supply deal. Brimstone’s low-carbon cement has met industry standards in initial tests, prompting Amazon to reserve annual volumes from the company’s upcoming plant as part of a new commercial agreement….
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Florida investigates climate groups for potential antitrust violations. Attorney General James Uthmeier has issued subpoenas to CDP and SBTi to examine alleged coercive practices and deceptive trade operations, questioning if they misrepresented data objectivity and engaged in anticompetitive conduct….
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Lenovo launches TruScale DaaS for Sustainability to reduce emissions. The solution aims to lower IT device costs and carbon footprints, offering lifecycle options such as refurbishment and emissions offsetting, thus aiding organisations in their sustainability goals….
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BBVA achieves record €30 billion in sustainable finance for Q2 2025. The bank’s sustainable finance volumes for H1 2025 reached €63 billion, marking a 48% increase from the previous year. BBVA’s initiatives focus on climate, natural capital, and social projects….
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A U.S. judge allows antitrust lawsuit against asset managers. The case accuses BlackRock, Vanguard, and State Street of conspiring to manipulate coal markets through sustainable investment initiatives, with claims that they pressured coal companies to reduce production to meet climate goals….
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Mars launches initiative to protect peanut crops from climate change. The Mars Protect the Peanut Plan is a new agri-science initiative aimed at safeguarding peanut crops against climate change impacts, including droughts, flooding, pests, and disease, to ensure the reliability of global supply….
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The European Commission launches a consultation on Circular Economy Act. The initiative aims to reduce resource dependence, enhance competitiveness, and address environmental impacts, focusing on creating a single market for secondary raw materials by 2026….
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UK green energy tariffs decline sharply amid cost of living crisis. Green energy deals have dropped from 85% to 18% of the market due to rising costs, with consumers prioritising affordability over sustainability. Suppliers now focus on balancing green credentials with consumer expectations.