Trump Revokes U.S. Climate Endangerment Finding, Eliminates Vehicle Emissions Standards
The repeal removes the scientific and legal foundation of U.S. climate regulation, dismantling federal vehicle tailpipe emissions standards. Policy reversal reshapes regulatory risk for automakers, energy producers, and investors while weakening U.S. alignment with global climate frameworks. Major manufacturers signal continued low emissions transitions despite regulatory rollback, underscoring market and investor pressure beyond policy shifts. […]
Fortescue Launches Battery Electric Rail Fleet Powered by Renewables
Battery electric locomotives with 14.5MWh onboard storage will remove about one million litres of diesel consumption annually. Integrated solar, wind, transmission and battery storage infrastructure under Pilbara Energy Connect enables 24/7 renewable power for heavy-haul rail. Project advances Fortescue’s Real Zero target to eliminate Scope 1 and 2 emissions from Australian iron ore operations by […]
Schroders Capital Names Holly Turner Head of Sustainable Investments
Leadership move strengthens ESG governance and climate integration across private equity, infrastructure, real estate, and private credit portfolios. Signals rising investor demand for measurable sustainability performance in private markets strategies. Appointment positions Schroders Capital to align impact investing with evolving global climate frameworks and disclosure expectations. Leadership shift reflects rising ESG demands in private markets […]
NatWest Eases Fossil Fuel Lending Restrictions, Triggering Investor Backlash
NatWest has lifted several lending restrictions tied to oil and gas exploration, reserve based financing, and transition plan requirements. The shift reflects growing energy security pressures and evolving national policy priorities despite global emissions targets. ShareAction is urging investors to oppose the re election of Chair Richard Haythornethwaite, citing concerns over climate leadership credibility. London […]
Senken, Exomad Green Secure 105,000 Tonnes of Carbon Removal for Aviation Sector Decarbonization
Multi-year agreement delivers 105,000 tonnes of permanent CO₂ removal for aviation between 2026 and 2028. Contracted volumes between the partners now approach $30 million, reflecting growing demand for durable carbon removal. Airlines are shifting from nature-based offsets toward permanent removal to meet stricter net-zero and regulatory expectations. Aviation’s Hard-to-Abate Emissions Drive Durable Removal Demand A […]
