New SPO Framework Aims to Bolster Trust in ESG Debt Market
SPO are a key instrument in the sustainable finance market, validating ESG-labeled financial instruments and strengthening investor confidence.
Vertis mobilizes Rs 900 Crore by Issuing Sustainability-Linked Bond
Vertis has raised Rs 900 crore through a sustainability-linked bond to support its ESG initiatives.
SEBI: AIFs Crucial for ESG Push in Unlisted Firms
AIFs are poised to play a pivotal role in driving the adoption of ESG practices within India’s unlisted companies
India’s Sustainable Debt: Navigating SEBI’s New ESG Framework
SEBI’s expanded ESG framework is poised to transform India’s sustainable debt market.
MSMEs: India’s Green Horizon for a Just Transition
The increasing focus on MSMEs in the sustainability space is gaining significant momentum, largely driven by the growing responsibility on Scope 3 emission compliance.
L&T Lists India’s First ESG Bonds, Secures Rs 500 Crore on NSE
L&T has committed to achieving water and carbon neutrality by 2035 and 2040 as part of their sustainability-linked bond agreement.
SEBI Cracks Down on Purpose-Washing in ESG Bonds
Effective immediately, the new rules prevent purpose-washing and ensure genuine commitment to social and sustainability objectives for ESG bonds
India Unveils Draft Guidelines for VPPAs
The guidelines provide a robust regulatory framework for VPPAs, empowering designated consumers to meet their RCO targets
Sebi Tweaks ERPs Framework
As per SEBI, ERPs must disclose on their website the financial sector regulator or authority under which they conduct ESG ratings for each product
Caught Greenwashing: SEBI Slams Gensol for Misleading Investors
The NSE conducted a surprise inspection of the Gensol EV plant in Chakan, Pune, revealing no manufacturing activity and only 2-3 laborers present
SEBI mandates green credits disclosure
SEBI updates, which include disclosing green credits both at the entity and the value chain level, enhance the transparency, comparability, and reliability of ESG disclosures by Indian companies.
SEBI Tightens Regulatory Framework for ERPs
In a new consultation paper, SEBI has invited proposals that cover ERPs following a subscriber-pays model and an issuer-pays business model
