Are buildings ready for the energy transition? We have no standard way to tell
There is no universal standard for determining real estate’s risk to climate change or climate action. Efforts are under way,…
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The ECB can help fix the energy price crisis: Play the long game
The European Central Bank should support the energy transition and long-term price stability by offering better rates for green lending.
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GFANZ: How does the financial industry reach net zero?
The $130trn financial industry alliance for net zero has been accused of being an empty promise. What would it take…
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How mortgage portfolio standards could heat up building renovation
Portfolio standards have helped boost renewables in the US and cut vehicle fleet emissions in Europe. A push is under…
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Why governments are turning to green banks to accelerate the energy transition
Governments at all levels are establishing green banks to catalyse investment in carbon-cutting solutions. In the US, Joe Biden and…
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Finance sector skills shortage puts ESG in focus
The explosion in sustainable finance is putting a premium on ESG expertise – and the market is scrambling to catch…
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Weekly data: Lenders increasingly wary of backing new coal projects
Data reveals the cost of financing coal projects globally is rocketing, while it is getting cheaper to finance renewables. The…
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EU Taxonomy lays foundations for global energy transition
The EU Taxonomy for green investment has attracted little attention beyond lobby group meeting rooms and sections of the financial…
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