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Sitharaman Urges Global Leaders to Address $4 Trillion Annual SDG Financing Gap

August 19, 2024 No Comments

Key Impact Points: What’s Happening Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighted the critical shortage of developmental finance, noting it is hindering developing economies from achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The financing gap is a staggering $4 trillion annually. The Bigger Picture Addressing the third Voice of Global South Summit virtually, Sitharaman

Caribbean Biodiversity Fund Launches $24.7 Million Initiative for Circular Economy Projects to Combat Marine Pollution

August 15, 2024 No Comments

Key Impact Points: A Major Step Toward Marine Pollution Reduction in the Caribbean The Caribbean Biodiversity Fund (CBF) has officially launched its first Call for Proposals under the Advancing Circular Economy (ACE) Facility. This $24.7 million initiative is dedicated to funding innovative projects that apply circular economy principles to combat

Etihad Rail Launches Sustainable Finance Framework to Support Green Bonds and ESG Strategy

August 15, 2024 No Comments

Key Impact Points: Etihad Rail Sets Path for Green Bonds and Sustainable Projects Etihad Rail, the developer and operator of the UAE National Rail Network, has unveiled a Sustainable Finance Framework designed to support its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategy. The framework, launched on Wednesday, outlines how the company

Private Investors Drive Impact with World Bank’s Largest Amazon Reforestation-Linked Bond

August 15, 2024 No Comments

Key Impact Points: A New Era in Sustainable Investment Private investors are increasingly embracing innovative financial models that link returns to measurable development outcomes. In a landmark move, the World Bank priced a 9-year, $225 million Amazon Reforestation-Linked Bond on August 13, 2024. This principal-protected bond offers a unique structure,

Pegasus Capital Advisors Announces Establishment of Blue Green Bank to Enhance Climate Resilience in Barbados and the Caribbean

August 8, 2024 No Comments

Pegasus Capital Advisors, a leading global private markets impact investment manager, has announced two major milestones: the passage of the Blue Green Bank Act and the signing of a funding agreement with the Green Climate Fund (GCF). These achievements mark significant progress in the establishment of the Blue Green Bank

Why Investing in Nature-based Solutions Matters Now

August 8, 2024 No Comments

Embracing Nature-Based Solutions: A Strategic Approach for Businesses The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) defines nature-based solutions as “actions to protect, sustainably manage, and restore natural or modified ecosystems, that address societal challenges effectively and adaptively, simultaneously providing human well-being and biodiversity benefits.” This nature-based approach offers organizations

Green, Social, and Sustainability Bonds 101: Financing a Better Future

August 8, 2024 No Comments

Green bonds and other debt instruments geared toward sustainability are becoming an important part of global fixed income markets. Increasingly, investors seek to align their portfolios with both financial goals and internationally recognized sustainability objectives such as The Paris Agreement or UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG). What Are Green Bonds?

Unpriced Environmental Costs: The Hidden Burden on the Global Economy

August 5, 2024 No Comments

Key Points: Unpriced Environmental Costs: The Hidden Burden on the Global Economy In a world increasingly aware of its ecological footprint, S&P Global Sustainable1, with support from Capitals Coalition, has published new research highlighting the significant unpriced environmental costs generated by publicly listed companies worldwide. These costs, often overlooked, are

Bridging the ESG Gap in the Middle East: Aligning Corporate Initiatives with Employee Priorities

August 5, 2024 No Comments

Key Points: ESG Under the Spotlight The Sustainability Commitment: In today’s rapidly evolving corporate landscape, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) and sustainability are crucial for long-term business success, influencing policies, investments, operations, and employee engagement. As the Middle East transitions from its traditional reliance on fossil fuels, companies are under

HSBC Survey Points to Stalling Global Investor Interest in ESG

August 5, 2024 No Comments

HSBC Survey Reveals Waning Global Investor Interest in ESG Key Points: Investor interest in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors is showing signs of stalling as fund managers increasingly prioritize the challenging political and economic climate, according to a survey published by HSBC Holdings Plc. Analysts led by Wai-Shin Chan,