US State Attorneys General challenge EU sustainability regulations. Sixteen Attorneys General have urged major US companies to disregard EU sustainability laws, citing potential legal risks in the US. The initiative is part of a broader push against ESG regulations….

Companies must adopt diverse carbon credit strategies for net zero. A balanced carbon credit portfolio should include reductions and removals, adapting to new science and policy. Collaboration and expert guidance can enhance corporate climate strategies effectively….

GAIA Climate Loan Fund raises $600m for climate adaptation projects. The fund, co-founded by MUFG Bank, FinDev Canada, and Green Climate Fund, aims to improve climate resilience in vulnerable markets. Managed by Climate Fund Managers and supported by Pollination, it targets significant CO₂ emissions reduction and job creation….

Crusoe and Blue Energy partner to develop nuclear data centre. The 1.5 GW campus in South Texas will initially use gas-based power, transitioning to nuclear by 2031. The project aims to deliver cost-effective, zero-emissions energy with reduced construction timelines….

Heineken, EDP, and Rondo Energy announce a renewable energy partnership. The agreement involves installing a heat battery powered by renewable energy at Heineken’s Vialonga Brewery in Lisbon, aiming to decarbonise operations and reduce reliance on fossil fuels….

Iberdrola raises €1 billion in hybrid green bond offering. The bond, issued under the new European Green Bond standard, attracted over €8 billion in orders, enabling Iberdrola to issue beyond initial expectations and secure a 3.75% coupon….

Emerald Technology Ventures raises €60 million for water innovation fund. The fund targets solutions for global water challenges, with investments in early- to growth-stage companies focusing on infrastructure, treatment, and digital monitoring. Anchor commitments include Veralto Corporation and Ecolab….

ISSB introduces initiatives to promote global sustainability reporting standards. The ISSB has expanded its Jurisdictional Working Group to facilitate cross-border adoption of its standards, offering a new guide and tool to aid jurisdictions in developing their reporting frameworks….

Bloomberg launches tools to assess low carbon transition risks. Bloomberg introduces new tools to help investors evaluate company exposure to low carbon transition risks, as global investment in low-carbon technologies rises sharply. The tools offer insights into company strategies and climate scenarios….