ESG News Week In Review: 25 November – 01 December
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CaixaBank Commits €100 Billion to Sustainable Finance by 2027
Ambitious Investment: CaixaBank’s 2025-2027 Sustainability Plan includes a 56% increase in sustainable financing, targeting €100 billion to drive environmental, social, and economic transformation. Decarbonization Goals: The bank aims to cut financed emissions in key sectors by up to 100%, advancing toward carbon neutrality by 2050. Social Impact: Plans to improve financial inclusion and employability, benefiting […]
Eni Partners with Côte d’Ivoire to Restore 155,000 Hectares of Forests
Preservation Focus: Eni and Côte d’Ivoire’s Ministry of Water and Forests aim to conserve remaining forest areas and biodiversity, covering 14 forests across 155,000 hectares. Restoration Commitment: The project plans to restore 130,000 hectares by planting 12 million local trees, integrating agro-forestry practices to benefit local farming communities. Decarbonization Alignment: The initiative supports Côte d’Ivoire’s […]
70% of UK Homeowners Want Their Homes to be More Energy-Efficient: Barclays Report
Five Strategic Recommendations: Barclays’ report outlines a roadmap for the UK Government to decarbonize homes, emphasizing collaboration, tax incentives, data reforms, safety standards, and public education. Retrofitting Challenges: 70% of homeowners want energy-efficient homes, but 35% feel unsure about the right options, highlighting barriers to retrofitting. Government Role: Two-thirds of surveyed homeowners believe the Government […]
Maersk, Lufthansa Cargo Partner to Accelerate Airfreight Decarbonization with SAF
Significant SAF Usage: Lufthansa Cargo will utilize 400 metric tonnes of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) on behalf of Maersk by the end of 2024, reducing CO₂ emissions by at least 1,200 metric tonnes. Decarbonization Goals: The collaboration supports Maersk’s ambition to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040 and Lufthansa Group’s target of halving […]
