Focus on Finance
European firms and banks urged to boost investment in critical minerals
EU has launched an ambitious plan to accelerate production of critical minerals needed for EVs – but "no equity is being invested".
Landmark climate finance deal signed for Mongolia grasslands
Transition fund worth $71m will combine with government spending to protect Mongolia grasslands that store millions of tonnes of carbon.
US to launch carbon offset guidelines to boost integrity
New U.S. guidelines for the use of carbon offsets inside and outside of government meant to build confidence in the market and ensure...
Hedge funds turn bearish in April: Goldman Sachs
Hedge funds continue to short energy companies even as increased tensions in the Middle East have lifted energy prices and generally boosted energy...
Finance firms urge ambitious action on plastic pollution
A group of 160 financial companies urged governments to agree a treaty to end plastic pollution that would help spur private sector action
High interest rates threaten rollout of green economy: Wood Mackenzie report
A new report from global consultancy Wood Mackenzie says if high interest rates persist, it will be harder and more costly for society...
