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Only 42% of Companies Disclosing on CSRD this Year Fully Confident in Meeting Sustainability Reporting Requirements: PwC Survey

Only 42% of Companies Disclosing on CSRD this Year Fully Confident in Meeting Sustainability Reporting Requirements: PwC Survey

Less than half of companies required to report under the EU’s new Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) in the upcoming year are “fully confident” in their ability to meet their sustainability reporting obligations, according to a new survey released by professional services firm PwC, even as most expect CSRD reporting to have a material impact on their companies, in areas…

TNFD Seeks to Strengthen Nature Data Value Chain

Work on ensuring access to high-quality data must be paired with supporting robust analysis, says TNFD’s Director of Data.  The usability of and access to high-quality data is impeding rapid progress by investors wanting to understand and address nature-related risks, impacts and dependencies in their portfolios. As such, the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) is focused on honing the…

Komulainen Embraces Energy Transition with Infra Switch

Responsible investment head leaves Aegon UK to take up the “challenge and opportunity of our lifetime” at Quinbrook. Renewable energy specialist Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners has made a significant new investment, based on a proven track record in climate strategy, sustainability and stewardship.  The global investment manager has hired Hilkka Komulainen as its Global Head of Sustainability and Impact, who joins…

Crypto Trading Academy Review – Is it Legit Or Not?

Crypto Trading Academy Review – Is it Legit Or Not?

Crypto Trading Academy offers expert-led courses, tools, and community support to help traders master cryptocurrency markets at all skill levels. Official Website: Click Here What is Crypto Trading Academy? Crypto Trading Academy is a comprehensive platform designed to educate and empower individuals who want to delve into the world of cryptocurrency trading. It offers courses, tools, and resources tailored for…

Crypto Quantum Leap Review – Is It Worth Your Investment?

Crypto Quantum Leap Review – Is It Worth Your Investment?

Crypto Quantum Leap is a program that helps users understand and profit from cryptocurrency investments through expert strategies and insights. Official Website: Click Here What is Crypto Quantum Leap? Crypto Quantum Leap is a comprehensive online course designed to teach individuals how to successfully navigate the world of cryptocurrency trading and investment. It caters to beginners and intermediate users by…

TotalEnergies Acquires Renewable Energy Developer VSB for $1.7 Billion

TotalEnergies Acquires Renewable Energy Developer VSB for $1.7 Billion

French energy giant TotalEnergies announced on Wednesday an agreement to acquire Germany-based renewable energy project developer VSB Group from global private markets investor Partners Group for total consideration of €1.57 billion (USD$1.7 billion). Founded in 1996, Dresden-headquartered VSB develops wind and solar energy projects across Europe. The company has grown to over 500 employees, with more than 475 MW of…

BlackRock, Temasek Decarbonization Fund Invests in Residential Energy Transition Solutions Provider ConnectDER

BlackRock, Temasek Decarbonization Fund Invests in Residential Energy Transition Solutions Provider ConnectDER

Philadelphia-based ConnectDER announced that it has raised $35 million in a Series D funding round to expand the market and innovation for its at-home electric vehicle charging and solar panel connection technology. The round was led by by BlackRock and Temasek’s decarbonization-focused fund, Decarbonization Partners. Founded in 2011, ConnectDER provides technology enabling households to install solar panels and chargers for…

Carbon Accounting Software Provider Normative Appoints Sebastien Blanc as New CEO

Carbon Accounting Software Provider Normative Appoints Sebastien Blanc as New CEO

Normative, which provides a carbon accounting platform that enables companies to track their carbon footprint through mapping their business activities, announced the appointment of Sebastien Blanc as its new CEO. Blanc takes on the role from Kristian Rönn, who has served as CEO of Normative since co-founding the company in 2014. In a social media post announcing the new appointment,…

Direct Air Capture Provider Heirloom Raises $150 Million to Scale Carbon Removal Technology

Direct Air Capture Provider Heirloom Raises $150 Million to Scale Carbon Removal Technology

Carbon removal technology provider Heirloom announced today that it has raised $150 million in Series B funding, with proceeds from the financing aimed at supporting the rapid scaling of commercial Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology. DAC technology is listed by the IEA as a key carbon removal option in the transition to a net-zero energy system. According to an Intergovernmental…

Apollo Acquires 50% Stake in 2 GW Texas Solar and Storage Portfolio from TotalEnergies for $550 Million

Apollo Acquires 50% Stake in 2 GW Texas Solar and Storage Portfolio from TotalEnergies for $550 Million

Global alternative investment manager Apollo announced today an agreement with French energy giant TotalEnergies to acquire a 50% stake in a Texas-based portfolio, consisting of approximately 2 GW of solar and battery energy storage system assets. The acquisition follows the launch by Apollo last year of Apollo Clean Transition Capital (ACT Capital), an investment strategy with $4 billion in capital,…