Focus on Finance
Green loans for green buildings: guidelines for sustainable finance in the real estate sector
The variety of classifications and certifications for what makes a "green building" around the world has been a barrier to accessing sustainable financing...
Europe needs way to price critical minerals independently of China, group says
Weak prices are making it difficult for Western start-ups to compete with China.
Investment in critical minerals in web of doubt, industry says
Companies are reluctant to invest, uncertain about the demand for electric vehicles and government approaches to zero-carbon goals.
ConocoPhillips, Marathon Oil get second US FTC request over $22.5 billion deal
The request for additional information from oil producer ConocoPhillips is likely to slow the closing of the deal.
‘We can’t wait another year’: disaster-hit nations call for climate aid
Countries on the frontlines of climate change have warned they cannot wait another year for long-sought aid.
Volkswagen may close Brussels factory as low EV demand hits Audi
Volkswagen warned it may close the Brussels site of its luxury brand Audi due to a sharp drop in demand for high-end electric...
Singapore fund eyes high-carbon investments on road to net zero
Singapore's state fund won't rule out fossil fuel investments despite Temasek net zero goals.
Canadian critical mineral shares fall after tighter M&A criteria
Capstone Copper, Hudbay Minerals, Teck Resources, First Quantum Minerals, Ivanhoe Mines, and Cameco Corp were among the top losers.
