SEBI Eases ESG Rating Withdrawal Norms, Tightens Disclosure Standards
SEBI revises ESG rating norms for 2025, easing withdrawals and tightening disclosure rules for greater transparency.
Jalaj Initiative Charts New Course for River Conservation and Livelihoods
Government-backed Jalaj project links river conservation with livelihoods, empowering thousands across India’s major river basins.
Endangered Turtle Returns to Ganga After 30 Years in Biodiversity Milestone
Reintroduction effort under Namami Gange restores hope for biodiversity along India’s iconic river.
Ghaziabad Issues India’s 1st Green Municipal Bond, Raises $18M for Water Project
Ghaziabad launches India’s first certified green municipal bond to fund a ₹150 crore sustainable sewage treatment project.
Global Insured Losses from Natural Disasters May Hit $300B, Swiss Re Warns
Swiss Re warns natural disasters could cost insurers up to $300 billion in a peak year amid rising global risks.
India’s Banks Alarmingly Unprepared for Climate Risk, New Report Warns
India’s top banks lag in climate readiness, risking financial stability and missing green finance opportunities.
EBA Launches Climate Risk Dashboard to Track EU Banks’ ESG Exposure
EBA’s new ESG dashboard reveals EU banks’ high exposure to climate risks and low levels of green lending.
Nestlé, ofi Launch Global Cocoa Agroforestry Project to Cut CO2 Emissions
Nestlé and ofi launch major agroforestry partnership to train cocoa farmers and cut carbon emissions across three countries.
USGBC Launches LEED v5 to Boost Building Sustainability and Resilience
New LEED v5 standards help building owners cut emissions, boost occupant health and strengthen climate resilience worldwide.
Ireland, UNDP Launch Global Sustainable Finance Office in Dublin
Ireland and UNDP open global office in Dublin to drive sustainable finance and climate investment worldwide.