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The President of #COP28 calls for urgent action on adaptation financing to support vulnerable countries in the face of climate change. Read more about this critical issue in the link.

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India’s Climate Finance Strategy: Rajiv Memani Unpacks Sustainable Investment

In this insightful NDTV Profit discussion, Rajiv Memani, Chairman of EY India and President of CII, delves into India’s journey toward financing climate action. He outlines how domestic and international capital can be mobilized to support green infrastructure, renewable energy, and sustainability programs. Memani emphasizes collaborative engagement between the government, financial institutions, and businesses to create innovative funding structures. He highlights EY India role in advising on climate-linked financing frameworks. This video is a must-watch for anyone following India’s path to meeting climate goals while balancing economic growth. 

Watch the full conversation via this video to explore key strategies. 

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Top ESG ETFs 2025: Invest Smarter with Sustainable Growth #shorts

In this comprehensive analysis, we examine the best ESG ETF choices for 2025 and guide investors through a world where climate danger, social activism, and regulatory forces are transforming the financial markets. As wildfires burn across California, floods disrupt Europe, and Asia bakes under historic heat waves, ESG investing is no longer an ethical choice—it's a strategic necessity. This video dissects the three top ESG ETF choices—iShares ESG Aware MSCI USA ETF (ESGU), Vanguard ESG U.S. Stock ETF (ESGV), and SPDR S&P 500 ESG ETF (EFIV)—in contrast to each other on their screening processes, sector exposures, charges, and real-life impact. Underpinned by evidence from MSCI, Bloomberg, and Sustainalytics, we demonstrate how these ETFs are not only lowering carbon footprints, but also providing competitive returns. Whether you are an experienced investor or just beginning to bring sustainability into your investment portfolio, this book uncovers how the appropriate ESG ETF can translate values into long-term returns. Don't miss this vital map to wiser, greener investing.

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Sustainable Finance: The Essential Role of Climate Reporting in Investment Strategies

As the financial world evolves, there has never been a greater necessity for sustainable investment. An article from Inrate underlines how climate reporting for long-short portfolios and derivatives can no longer do without solid and comprehensive reporting.

𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬:

𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠: The adoption of best practice on climate reporting increases transparency and, hence, responsibility in investment approaches.

𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐤 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: Integration and understanding of climate risks is one of the basic factors to guarantee long-term portfolio sustainability.

𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: Active dialogue by investors and companies should facilitate better climate reporting, hence leading to better-informed decision-making.

Investors have a responsibility regarding their portfolios impact on the environment. By embracing clear climate reporting, we follow already emerging regulations but do our part for a greener tomorrow.

𝐋𝐞𝐭 𝐮𝐬 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐬𝐮𝐜𝐡 𝐩𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐞 𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫!

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Financiamento climático por bancos multilaterais de desenvolvimento atinge recorde histórico em 2023

Joint Report on Multilateral Development Banks’ Climate Finance (Relatório Conjunto de Financiamento Climático dos Bancos Multilaterais de Desenvolvimento) 2023 Setembro 20, 2024 A soma para economias de baixa e média renda foi de US$ 74,7 bilhões, incluindo US$ 24,7 bilhões para adaptação à mudança climática BMDs ofereceram um recorde de US$ 125 bilhões no último ano para ação climática no…

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Episode 73: Understanding Nature Finance with Darren Mckenzie from Global Canopy

Nature forms the foundation of the world’s economy.  Nature-based solutions focused on climate mitigation contribute about USD 170 billion worth of ecosystem services to the global economy. However, the dependencies of the nature of the global economy and the related risks and opportunities to the economy have not received much attention from corporations, investors, and lenders.

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Voluntary Carbon Credit Market: Opportunities, Challenges, and the Path Toward a Low-Carbon Economy

The global voluntary carbon credit market size is anticipated to reach USD 24.00 billion by 2030 and is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 34.6% during the forecast period, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. The voluntary carbon credit market (VCM) refers to the trading of carbon credits on a voluntary basis outside of any legal or regulatory requirements. In this market, companies, individuals, and other entities purchase carbon credits to offset their greenhouse gas emissions and meet self-imposed sustainability goals.

Voluntary Carbon Credit Market Report Highlights

Based on project, renewable energy dominated the market and accounted for a revenue share of 39.08% in 2023. Wind and solar farms generate credits by reducing emissions compared to traditional sources. This creates financial incentives for clean energy development, as companies can earn revenue while tackling climate change

Industrial dominated the component segment with more than 32.5% share in 2023. Industries like manufacturing and heavy production are driving growth in the market. These high-emitting sectors purchase credits from renewable projects to offset their footprint, fueling clean energy development while meeting sustainability goals

Private Companies dominated the end use segment. Private companies are a growing force in the voluntary carbon credit market. They purchase credits generated by emissions-reducing projects, like renewable energy, to offset their own footprint. This trend benefits both sides: companies achieve sustainability goals, and green projects gain vital funding

Asia Pacific is expected to witness significant growth in the market owing to factors such as supportive policies and growing environmental concerns

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The VCM is facilitated by a variety of independent certification programs, such as the Verified Carbon Standard, Gold Standard, and Climate Action Reserve, which establish accounting rules, project eligibility criteria, and verification procedures for carbon credit projects. These projects span a range of activities, including renewable energy, forestry, and carbon capture and storage. However, the VCM has faced criticism over the quality and integrity of some carbon credits, leading to calls for greater standardization and transparency.

Governments are increasingly engaging with the VCM, using it to help meet their national climate goals under the Paris Agreement. For instance, Japan's GX League requires companies to offset any emissions they fail to reduce directly, using the VCM as a complementary mechanism. Policymakers see the VCM as a way to mobilize private capital for climate action, particularly in developing countries where the potential for cost-effective emissions reductions is high. At the same time, there are concerns that the VCM could undermine efforts to achieve deep, economy-wide decarbonization if not properly regulated and integrated with broader climate policy. The voluntary carbon credit market represents a growing and evolving landscape, with the potential to play a significant role in the global transition to a low-carbon economy

Gain deeper insights on the market and receive your free copy with TOC now @: Voluntary Carbon Credit Market Analysis Report

We have segmented the global voluntary carbon credit market report based on project, application, end-use, and region.

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Climate-Driven Capital Relocation

Bangkok's capital must move in response to climate change, signifying adaptability, cooperation, and resilience for a sustainable future in the face of rising sea levels.

Climate change is one of the few phenomena that directly and significantly affects both the natural world and human society. Every element of our lives, including the places we live in and the air we breathe, is impacted by it. Bangkok is the most notable example of this, as the city's core faces an existential threat from the sea's unceasing climb in elevation.

Climate projections indicate that flooding is impending, making consideration of a capital relocation necessary. This acts as a somber symbol of how we are all coming to terms with the consequences of the decisions we have made. Pavich Kesavawong's dire forecast that Bangkok will be submerged by the end of the century if we carry on in the same direction serves as a wake-up call to take preventive measures to mitigate the impending issue.

The crux of this dilemma is how to strike a compromise between the need to preserve significant centers of government and business and the irreversible advance of climate change. Relocating to a capital city is a challenging endeavor that involves numerous logistical challenges as well as socio-political, economic, and environmental aspects.

It is critical to comprehend how urbanization and climate resilience are related in order to have a meaningful discussion on capital relocation. Bangkok is a huge, bustling metropolis that is a testament to human ingenuity and adaptation. But as sea levels rise, even the most resilient cities will eventually reach their breaking point.

The recommended courses of action, which include building dikes akin to those found in the Netherlands, emphasize the need for innovative solutions tailored to the unique needs of each site. However, as Mr. Pavich correctly notes, these measures may prove insufficient to halt the oncoming waves. Consequently, thinking about a capital shift becomes a sensible response to a danger to one's life itself.

Relocating to a capital city has a big impact on socioeconomic dynamics, government, and identity. Bangkok, a thriving center of trade and culture, encapsulates the intricacy and ambitions of modern-day Thailand.  Moving its capital would signal a major shift in the direction of the nation, with implications that extended well beyond the realm of urban planning.

Furthermore, even outside of Thailand, the debate over capital relocation is relevant to broader global conversations about climate adaptation and mitigation. The example of Indonesia, which is set to establish Nusantara as its new capital, emphasizes how critical it is to address low-lying coastal cities' vulnerabilities to climate change.

But even in the face of the approaching flood, revolutionary change is possible. Given the potential for capital migration, rethinking urban settings via the prisms of sustainability, equality, and resilience is essential. It presents an opportunity to support inclusive development strategies that prioritize environmental and public health.

Above all, the concept of capital flight underscores the criticality of nations cooperating to confront the existential risks posed by climate change. Bangkok's situation is a microcosm of a worldwide issue that transcends national borders and calls for hitherto unheard-of levels of collective action.

While taking into account the lessons learned from the past and charting a course for the future, policymakers must accept the demands of the present. Moving to a capital city is one way to demonstrate the adaptability and foresight needed to handle an uncertain future. For the legacy to be preserved for future generations, it requires courage, vision, and unrelenting dedication. 

Ultimately, the necessity of climate-driven capital mobility is fundamental to our shared humanity and goes well beyond the domains of geopolitics and economics. It is proof of humankind's capacity to persevere in the face of adversity, forge new paths in the face of uncertainty, and protect the environment for future generations. In response to the call to action, let's embark on a more resilient and long-term course toward a future that can withstand increasing seas.

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Best ESG ETFs 2025: Top Sustainable Investments for High Returns

In this comprehensive analysis, we examine the best ESG ETF choices for 2025 and guide investors through a world where climate danger, social activism, and regulatory forces are transforming the financial markets. As wildfires burn across California, floods disrupt Europe, and Asia bakes under historic heat waves, ESG investing is no longer an ethical choice—it's a strategic necessity. This video dissects the three top ESG ETF choices—iShares ESG Aware MSCI USA ETF (ESGU), Vanguard ESG U.S. Stock ETF (ESGV), and SPDR S&P 500 ESG ETF (EFIV)—in contrast to each other on their screening processes, sector exposures, charges, and real-life impact. Underpinned by evidence from MSCI, Bloomberg, and Sustainalytics, we demonstrate how these ETFs are not only lowering carbon footprints, but also providing competitive returns. Whether you are an experienced investor or just beginning to bring sustainability into your investment portfolio, this book uncovers how the appropriate ESG ETF can translate values into long-term returns. Don't miss this vital map to wiser, greener investing.

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UK Champions Climate Action at UN Security Council

Climate Change's Role in Adding to Global Conflicts

In a significant address at the UN Security Council, Ambassador Barbara Woodward shed light on the intricate relationship between climate change, environmental degradation, biodiversity loss, and global conflicts. The statement emphasized the urgent need for a coordinated international response to these interlinked challenges that threaten international peace and security.  

The Triple Threat: Climate Change, Conflict, and Food Security

Ambassador Woodward pointed out the vicious cycle where climate change and environmental issues contribute to conflicts and food insecurity, further destabilizing regions already under the strain of humanitarian needs. With an eye on the future, she underscored the dire consequences of inaction, both on the environment and global security landscape.   A Tripartite Approach to Mitigating Crisis The UK's statement outlined three strategic approaches to combat these challenges: - Early Action on Food Security: Highlighting initiatives from last year's Global Food Security Summit, the UK's commitment to the Resilience and Adaptation Fund aims to bolster climate adaptation and anticipatory actions. This effort seeks to enhance resilience among the most vulnerable, particularly in conflict-affected regions. - Investment in Sustainable Agriculture: The call for innovation in sustainable, climate-resilient food production was clear. The UK champions scientific advancement accessible to all, especially smallholder farmers, through support for organizations like CGIAR and initiatives like the Gilbert Initiative. - Holistic and Integrated Solutions: Emphasizing the importance of a unified approach, the UK urged support for integrating climate impacts into conflict risk assessments and ensuring climate finance is conflict-sensitive. This comprehensive strategy involves humanitarian, development, peacebuilding, and climate actors working in concert to address these multifaceted issues.  

The Role of the UN and International Community

Woodward's statement recognized the unique position of the UN, particularly its Climate Security advisers, to spearhead efforts in coordinating climate, food security, and peace initiatives. She advocated for the Security Council's support in fostering a coherent response to these global challenges, reflecting the collective concern among UN members.   In Conclusion The UK's stance at the UN Security Council meeting underscores the critical need for global cooperation in addressing the intertwined issues of climate change, environmental degradation, and security. Ambassador Woodward's call to action serves as a clarion call for the international community to adopt an integrated approach to safeguarding peace, security, and sustainability for future generations.   Sources: THX News, Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office & Dame Barbara Woodward DCMG OBE. Read the full article