Planted Solar secures $12 million to enhance solar project deployment. The California-based firm aims to accelerate solar development with its integrated software and hardware platform, reducing costs and land use. The funding will enhance digital solutions and expand international market presence….

Greenvolt secures €150 million investment from KKR for growth. The capital will support Greenvolt’s expansion, focusing on large-scale battery storage. The transaction, occurring in two phases, aligns with KKR’s acquisition strategy to enhance Greenvolt’s utility-scale capabilities….

Barclays reports £500 million in sustainable finance revenues. The bank’s sustainability presentation outlines progress towards its net zero goals, with significant achievements in emissions reduction across various sectors, although challenges remain in automotive and aviation….

The European Commission adopts a new voluntary sustainability standard. The Voluntary Standard for SMEs (VSME) aims to simplify sustainability reporting for smaller businesses, enabling them to address ESG data requests from financial institutions and large companies, amidst potential changes to the CSRD’s scope….

Australia expands clean energy scheme to target 40 GW by 2030. The government aims to accelerate renewable infrastructure, supporting its 82% renewable electricity goal by 2030. The initiative is set to attract investments worth A$73 billion in storage and solar technologies….

Nuveen secures $785 million for sustainable real estate projects. The C-PACE fund enables insurance investors to finance energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives in commercial real estate, offering a cost-effective alternative to traditional financing methods….

EPA proposes to rescind Greenhouse Gas Endangerment Finding. The move could significantly impact regulations on emissions from carbon-intensive industries. Environmental groups have criticised the proposal, which is likely to face legal challenges, as it removes the EPA’s authority to regulate greenhouse gases….

Ares forms joint venture with Shell subsidiary to boost solar. Tango Holdings will manage 496 megawatts of solar projects across several U.S. states, enhancing renewable energy output and supporting critical infrastructure development as part of a strategic partnership….

European ESG start-ups face challenges in global scalability. Despite Europe’s strong regulatory framework, start-ups struggle with international interoperability. Improvements in scalability and integration are necessary for global success….