A selection of the major stories impacting ESG investors, in five easy pieces. In the week the world breached 1.5°C of man-made climate change, one man made the weather. Not-so-quiet quitting – It was tempting to try to put together a sustainable investment blog that omitted any mention of incoming US President Donald Trump. Tempting but next to impossible. After…
Make Sustainability Central to M&A
Tom Otley, Director at Oury Clark, highlights the benefits of ESG due diligence when preparing to sell a business. When planning to sell a business, it’s natural to focus on the most immediate priorities. These might include ensuring that financial records are accurate and up to date, consolidating key contracts with suppliers and customers, and securing a realistic valuation that reflects…
Greater Climate Action Needed in 2025
Former UNEP FI head of risk David Carlin calls for a refocus on reducing carbon emissions at COP30 and doubles down on the concept of carbon markets. Despite international efforts to combat climate change, the EU’s Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S) has confirmed 2024 as the hottest year on record. It is the first calendar year that the average global…
Time to Face our Challenges Head-on
Dr Rory Sullivan, CEO of Chronos Sustainability, considers what a reshaped world means for sustainable finance in 2025. The world will look very different in 2025. We are likely to see the US take a sharp turn away from climate-positive policies. We are also likely to see more trade disputes, more conflict over natural resources and critical minerals, and more…
High-quality VCMs a Priority Ahead of COP30
After COP29’s turning point, Mark Kenber, Executive Director of the Voluntary Carbon Markets Integrity Initiative (VCMI), sees more work ahead to ensure the integrity of carbon credits. While the overall outcomes of COP29, particularly the New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG) on climate finance, fell short of developing nations’ urgent needs, the conference did deliver a crucial signal: the recognition of…
XOCEAN Raises $118 Million to Meet Growing Demand for Blue Economy Data
Ocean data company XOCEAN announced that it has raised €115 million (USD$118 million) in a new funding round. The company said it will use the funds to expand its services globally, and develop new products and services, to address demand for high-quality data solutions across the blue economy. Founded in 2017, Ireland-based XOCEAN provides ocean data to the offshore energy…
Eclipse Earn Review – Is This Trading Platform Legit?
Eclipse Earn is a cryptocurrency platform offering users a secure and easy way to earn rewards through digital asset investments and staking. Official Website: Click Here Eclipse Earn Key Points Platform Cost No cost to create an account Platform Category Web and mobile-oriented platform Platform Type Cryptocurrency Assets Associated Fees No fees What is Eclipse Earn? Eclipse Earn is an…
Nearest Edge Review – Is It A Worthy Trading App?
Nearest Edge is a cutting-edge AI platform delivering real-time insights and solutions, bridging data analysis and decision-making seamlessly. Official Website: Click Here What is Nearest Edge? Nearest Edge is an advanced automated trading platform designed to simplify the trading process for users by leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning algorithms. By analyzing market data in real-time, it aims to…
Finance Phantom Review – Is It A Legit Trading Platform?
Finance Phantom is a sleek, AI-powered financial platform offering trading tools, analytics, and insights for smarter investment decisions. Official Website: Click Here What is Finance Phantom? Finance Phantom is an automated trading platform designed to simplify the trading process by using advanced AI-powered algorithms to analyze market data and execute trades on behalf of its users. The platform claims to…
Pantera Edge Review – Is It A Legit Crypto Trading Platform?
Pantera Edge is a cutting-edge trading platform designed to provide users with advanced tools and strategies for navigating financial markets. Official Website: Click Here What is Pantera Edge? Pantera Edge is an advanced trading platform that utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning algorithms to assist traders in making data-driven decisions across various financial markets. It is designed to cater…