Taxonomy

The latest ESG movers and shakers: Bugler starts as technical lead for climate risk at KPMG; Singapore announces taxonomy workstream co-leads.

The latest developments in sustainable finance: IOSCO to work on transition plans; Kenya publishes draft green finance taxonomy.

RI speaks to SFAC chair Kathy Bardswick, and Barbara Zvan, who chaired its taxonomy group, to discuss progress and challenges for Canadian sustainable finance as the group concludes its work.

The move could see the East African country become a leader on climate supervision.

The latest developments in sustainable finance: Brazil establishes committee to implement taxonomy; Former MAS director Menon named as Singapore’s climate action ambassador.

Australia launches consultation on assurance for climate reporting; Hesta engagement with Woodside fails; Rio Tinto promises more transparency on climate disclosures.

The latest developments in sustainable finance: NA100 announces 10 new participants; Investors tell UK debt management office to build out yield curve for green gilts.

Morningstar's data also shows that ETF providers cut fees for the product class for the first time since PABs and CTBs were introduced.

The latest developments in sustainable finance: UK launches voluntary code of conduct; Lack of ‘strong language’ on fossil fuels at COP28 ‘poses risk to progress’, say investors.

The latest developments in sustainable finance: UK green taxonomy further delayed to Q1 2024; Switzerland refines voluntary climate scores.