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Preparing for COP26

Envirotec Magazine

She described the UK National Infrastructure Bank as “a really good initiative” in this respect, and said this kind of investment could pave the way, providing the proof of concept that would later secure the participation of private investors. Putting a price on pollution.

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Evolving ESG Demands

Chris Hall

The absence of standardised rules and consistent approaches, combined with a fast-evolving regulatory environment, requires asset managers and banks to be fleet-footed in order to keep up, let alone stay ahead. . China’s central bank undertakes quarterly assessments of 24 major banks on their green finance performance.

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The music industry changes its tune on climate change

Corporate Knights

Late last year, in the wake of COP26, the U.K.’s And many of the major events and award shows are sponsored by Canada’s big banks, which are some of the largest investors in carbon-burning oil and gas projects. “If And they have to do it quickly. We want them to understand the severity of the emergency we’re all facing.”.

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Small businesses contribute a third of UK emissions, but are laggards in the net zero race

Envirotec Magazine

Catherine Lewis La Torre, CEO, British Business Bank commented: “Smaller businesses will generally have lower individual carbon footprints than their larger counterparts, but by broadening their vision and committing to action they can collectively produce a significant overall impact.

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Scottish Green Energy Awards return to Edinburgh in December

Envirotec Magazine

In the year of COP26 , the eyes of the world are on Scotland and The Scottish Green Energy Awards are another opportunity to showcase the critical role and impact the renewable energy industry is playing in our fight against climate change. Best Engagement Award (sponsored by Smartest Energy). Carbon Reduction Award (sponsored by Statkraft).

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Making the UK’s net zero target real: Professional services firm comments on progress

Envirotec Magazine

“With the UK hosting COP26 in Glasgow in 2020, the country’s actions will be under close scrutiny and there will be nowhere to hide if we fall short of doing our part,” said Kiran Sura of PwC. The emissions reductions achieved through the phase-out of coal can only be banked once. It was only in 2014 that the UK achieved the 9.7%

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Billions of dollars being used to fund coal power in Africa and Asia

Envirotec Magazine

From 2016 to 2020, the 38 banks that exclude direct finance for coal-fired power plants have nonetheless provided over USD 52 billion in finance to companies engaged in coal projects (Rainforest Action Network 2021).