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ESG / Sustainability
Vietnam to Launch Pilot Carbon Credit Trading Scheme in June
By Nithya Subramanian | 23/04/2025
The scheme aims to support the country’s 2050 net-zero target, with flexible offset rules, phased implementation, and a dedicated carbon exchange.
ESG / Sustainability
EBA’s ESG Risk Guidelines Present Heavy Burden for Japan Banks
By Thisanka Siripala | 23/04/2025
The JBA said the Japanese banks will struggle to implement the EBA’s ESG risk management and scenario analysis guidelines by the January 2026 implementation date.
ESG / Sustainability
SEBI Set to Commence Review of ESG Disclosure Requirements
By Editors | 22/04/2025
A review due to start next month is expected to ease requirements for smaller listed companies to make sustainability and ESG-related disclosures.
ESG / Sustainability
UNEP FI Publishes Version 3 Guidance for Banks on Climate Target Setting
By Manesh Samtani | 22/04/2025
Version 3 contains new sections covering stakeholder engagement and the role of carbon credits in helping banks achieve their climate targets.
ESG / Sustainability
ACCC Proposes Conditions for Sustainable Finance Collaboration
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/04/2025
ACCC is seeking public input on authorising ASFI and industry participants to collaborate on sustainable finance.
ESG / Sustainability
China Publishes 2025 Plans for Carbon Emissions Trading Market
By Manesh Samtani | 21/04/2025
China released detailed plans for managing the market and expanding it to include the steel, cement, and aluminum smelting industries this year.
ESG / Sustainability
IAIS Updates Guidance on Integrating Climate Risk in Supervision
By Thisanka Siripala | 18/04/2025
The updated Application Paper provides guidance to global insurance regulators on integrating climate-related risks into supervisory practices.
ESG / Sustainability
ASEAN Ministers Endorse Sustainability and Payments Initiatives
By Thisanka Siripala | 17/04/2025
ASEAN ministers endorsed new financing mechanisms and welcomed new cross-border payment initiatives including Nexus.
ESG / Sustainability
Thailand’s SEC Proposes Rule Updates for SRI Funds
By Nithya Subramanian | 17/04/2025
The new rules aim to curb greenwashing, tighten ESG investment standards, and improve transparency for investors.
ESG / Sustainability
Net Zero Banking Alliance Softens Mandate for Members
By ESG Investor | 16/04/2025
A strategic review of NZBA’s framework has introduced more pragmatism, allowing banks more agency to achieve their individual climate targets.
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