BOB Announces ESG Policy
The ESG Policy aims to reduce Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 75% by 2034 and will act as a guide for all ESG initiatives the bank undertakes
Blackrock CEO Fink Skips Mentioning ESG in Annual Letter
In the Blackrock CEO Larry Fink’s 2025 letter, words like ESG, climate change and sustainability find no mention for the second year in a row
Carbon registry Verra suspends 4 China auditors, including TUV Nord’s China arm
Verra, the global carbon credits registry, has suspended four China-related entities from auditing agriculture and forestry offsetting schemes on its registry.
Standing Committee On Finance Proposes ESG Oversight Body
The Finance Ministry is considering establishing an ESG oversight body to promote sustainable finance and responsible corporate governance in India
From Policy to Practice: A look at Insurance Clients’ ESG Expectations
Sustainability is transforming insurance industry, regulatory landscapes, and strategies, impacting customer expectations and decision-making processes globally
Greenwashing Rampant in the US, Europe
In a major case of greenwashing, ESG funds with sustainability-related names have invested around EUR 38 billion in fossil fuel companies with expansion projects or no Paris-aligned coal phase-out plans
Allianz to Phase Out € 5B Fossil Fuel Bonds
By divesting from these bonds, Allianz aims to prioritize sustainable investments that promote positive environmental outcomes
France Considering Lifting ESG Curbs on Defence Sector Lending
Amidst growing support for increased defence spending, France is considering revamping rules and lifting ESG curbs on lending
Climate Impact Partners, Microsoft, Collaborate for Carbon Removal Project in India
Microsoft plans to acquire 1.5 million tonnes of verified carbon removal credits over 30 years, accounting for 50% of the project’s output
Kerala’s CSR and Sustainability Leap
12 organizations across the start-up, mid-size and large enterprises bagged CSR and sustainability awards for outstanding initiatives and the social impact
75% US Companies to Increase Sustainability-Focused: BDO
The BDO 2025 CFO Sustainability Outlook Survey notes that sustainability is a key driver of business growth and competitive advantage
Target Faces Investor Lawsuit
In the bustling world of retail, Target Corporation, a household name, found itself at the center of a legal storm.
