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New Zealand revises climate disclosure rules to ease burdens. The government plans to raise reporting thresholds and reduce director liability, addressing concerns over compliance costs and market deterrents. Legislation to implement these changes is expected by 2026….
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Paris court rules against TotalEnergies in greenwashing case. The court found TotalEnergies’ sustainability claims misleading, ordering their removal from its website. The ruling, following a lawsuit by Greenpeace France and others, marks a first against an oil major’s net-zero narrative….
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Mirova achieves €1.2 billion in commitments for MET6 fund. The investment manager aims to reach €2 billion by 2025, focusing on energy transition infrastructure across OECD countries, with significant investments already deployed and a robust pipeline of opportunities….
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Anthesis appoints Dr. Matthew Bell as new Group CEO. Anthesis, a sustainability advisory firm, has named Dr. Matthew Bell as its Group Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Stuart McLachlan. Bell’s appointment aims to enhance the company’s global sustainability strategy….
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AI is widening the value gap at work. A new Perkbox study of 5,000 UK participants finds employees increasingly feel less recognised as AI tools spread. While most employers see the technology as positive, many workers report it diminishes personal credit and sense of accomplishment.
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Jaguar Land Rover cyber attack causes £1.9 billion impact. The Cyber Monitoring Centre classified it as a Category 3 systemic event, affecting over 5,000 UK organisations. The attack led to significant production halts, highlighting vulnerabilities in digital supply chains….
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Airbus, Leonardo and Thales plan joint European space venture. The new entity will consolidate their satellite, systems and services businesses into a single organisation, strengthening Europe’s strategic autonomy in space and enhancing competitiveness against global rivals.
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MPs urge urgent AI upskilling for civil servants. A new report highlights digital skill gaps in government leading to inefficiencies. Upskilling is essential for effective AI use and improved public services, warns the Public Accounts Committee.
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European Parliament rejects compromise on EU sustainability regulations. The vote on the EU Commission’s Omnibus I proposal was narrowly defeated, sending it back for further negotiation. This outcome increases uncertainty for businesses as lawmakers remain divided over the extent of regulatory reductions….
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BNP Paribas launches fund targeting sustainable environmental infrastructure projects. The BNPP Environmental Infrastructure Income Fund aims to capitalise on investments in key sectors like power, water, and transport, focusing on Europe and the US to enhance infrastructure resilience….