
California’s climate disclosure laws advance amid firm deadlines. The California Air Resources Board has emphasised that companies must prepare for upcoming reporting requirements, with the first public workshop highlighting the importance of meeting these deadlines to ensure compliance….

ESMA issues guidance to prevent greenwashing in sustainability claims. The European Securities and Markets Authority has released a thematic note advising market participants on sustainability-related claims, focusing on ensuring these are accurate, accessible, substantiated, and up to date, to mitigate greenwashing risks….

CapitaLand Investment launches framework to measure green investment value. The Singapore-based firm’s Return on Sustainability framework quantifies financial benefits of eco-friendly spending, integrating environmental and commercial outcomes for informed decision-making and capital allocation….

One-third of global chip production is at drought risk. A new PwC report warns that climate-driven copper disruption could impact 32% of semiconductor capacity by 2035, with supply chains for electronics, cars, and clean energy facing compounding exposure as water-stressed mines falter.

The Aldbrough Hydrogen Pathfinder secures UK planning consent milestone. ERM has facilitated planning consent for the UK’s inaugural hydrogen-to-power project, advancing the country’s clean energy goals and establishing a foundation for a comprehensive low-carbon hydrogen network.

EU Commission simplifies Taxonomy rules to ease company burdens. The new measures reduce reporting requirements and exempt non-material activities, effective from 2026, to streamline sustainability reporting within the EU’s sustainable finance framework….

A new study finds biosolutions could create 604,000 European jobs. The Amsterdam Data Collective report, commissioned by Novonesis, outlines how bio-based technologies could unlock €133 billion in value for the EU and UK by 2035, but warns that policy reform is critical for global competitiveness.

Mars launches $250 million fund for sustainability innovation. The Mars Sustainability Investment Fund aims to support solutions addressing sustainability challenges in agriculture, ingredients, and packaging, while the company progresses towards its goal to halve carbon emissions by 2030….

UK local authorities increase climate projects despite budget constraints. Nearly half report financial hurdles, with £67 billion identified for climate initiatives. A new CDP report highlights the importance of local actions amid projected GDP declines due to climate disruptions.

UK aims for 45,000 jobs with new wind strategy. The Onshore Wind Strategy seeks to reverse stagnation, creating skilled jobs and expanding wind capacity by 2030. It includes measures for faster development, community funding, and industry collaboration.