Neuberger Berman Joins Blackstone in Backing Sustainability Software Provider Sphera
Neuberger Berman Capital Solutions makes a growth investment in Sphera, expanding its role in sustainability and risk management software. Blackstone retains majority ownership, continuing a partnership that began with its $1.4 billion acquisition of Sphera in 2021. The deal highlights growing institutional demand for ESG data, life-cycle assessment, and supply chain transparency tools. Chicago — […]
Ghana, Singapore Forge Sustainable Development and Carbon Market Partnership
Ghana and Singapore expand ties with a pioneering carbon credit implementation deal, the first between Africa and Asia. Partnership extends into value-added agriculture, including cocoa and cashew processing, alongside modern agribusiness. Ghana positions itself to leverage green finance, agro-processing corridors, and digital services for job creation and sustainable growth. Ghana and Singapore are strengthening their […]
Diginex, SGS Strengthen Alliance to Scale Sustainable Finance Solutions
Alliance builds on 2022 partnership to expand ESG data assurance and reporting services Focus on scalable, tech-driven tools for financial institutions navigating EU Taxonomy and SFDR rules Joint solutions to help companies meet net-zero targets through transparency and verified ESG data Diginex Limited and SGS have reaffirmed their strategic alliance to deliver technology-enabled sustainable finance […]
Iberdrola España Starts Commissioning of $217M Ciudad Rodrigo Solar Plant
316 MW solar facility will supply clean energy to 155,000 households and cut 75,000 tons of CO₂ annually €200 million investment created 800 jobs, with extensive use of local suppliers Project integrates biodiversity conservation, cultural heritage support, and rural development initiatives Iberdrola España has begun commissioning its Ciudad Rodrigo photovoltaic plant, its second solar facility […]
Protecting Nature Could Unlock Growth and Jobs, Says World Bank Report
90% of the global population faces degraded land, polluted air, or water stress, with severe economic consequences. Smarter management of natural resources could cut pollution by 50% and deliver up to 25x benefits on farm-level nitrogen reforms. Evidence shows investments in restoration and pollution reduction deliver high returns, from crop yields to children’s health. A […]
