Key Impact Points Overview The International Day for Clean Air and Blue Skies, celebrated annually on 7 September, focuses this year on the theme ‘Invest in #CleanAirNow’, emphasizing the significant economic, environmental, and health benefits of investing in clean air. Established by the UN General Assembly in 2019, the day
Key Impact Points Overview As the world grapples with the escalating climate crisis, Climate Week NYC 2024 promises to deliver a wide array of events aimed at accelerating global climate action. Set to take place in September 2024, this year’s event will feature ten key themes, ranging from Energy and
Latin America and Caribbean Finance Ministers Adopt Regional Vision for Sustainable Finance Key Impact Points Overview In a significant step towards supporting climate action and sustainable finance, the members of the Regional Climate Change Platform of Economy and Finance Ministries of Latin America and the Caribbean have adopted a new
Key Impact Points Overview Greenwashing has surged in recent years, particularly in the financial sector, where incidents have tripled over the past five years. This trend has captured the attention of regulators, as well as national competition and market authorities, who are pushing for more credible sustainability claims from banks,
Key Impact Points Overview A recent report from BloombergNEF (BNEF) revealed that more than 40% of the world’s electricity was generated from zero-carbon sources for the first time in 2023. Renewable energy technologies such as wind and solar contributed 17% to global electricity generation, while hydroelectric and nuclear power made
In an era where the climate crisis poses one of the most significant challenges to humanity, Marie-Claire Graf stands out as a beacon of hope and innovation. A trailblazing climate activist and negotiator, Graf’s work exemplifies the profound impact that youthful energy and fresh perspectives can bring to global environmental
Key Impact Points Grasping EFRAG’s Draft Sustainability Reporting Standards For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), understanding the European Financial Reporting Advisory Group’s (EFRAG) draft standards for sustainability reporting is essential. These standards, which mimic the stringent regulatory requirements of the financial sector and larger corporations, are more than just a
Key Impact Points: Overview The United Nations is gearing up for the Summit of the Future on September 21-23, 2024, a pivotal gathering aimed at reinforcing global cooperation and accelerating progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The SDG News team will be reporting live from the SDG Media Zone,
Key Impact Points: Why it matters The United States is significantly ramping up its diplomatic and development efforts in the Pacific Islands, a region that has become a critical arena of geopolitical competition between the U.S. and China. This renewed focus was evident at the 53rd Pacific Island Forum (PIF)
Key Impact Points: Why it matters Ørsted’s decision to shut down its last coal-fired power plant is a major milestone in the company’s transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy. Once a coal-intensive energy giant, Ørsted is now a global leader in offshore wind power and renewable energy. This closure
