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Is swapping debt to protect nature the key to solving Africa's climate woes?

Corporate Knights

In response, Kenya and other African pioneers are exploring alternative financing mechanisms such as green bonds and debt-for-nature swaps. Despite these efforts, systemic challenges hinder progress, underscoring the complex interplay between sustainability, finance and international cooperation in addressing climate change.

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ICYMI Fifth Third's New Operational Sustainability Goals

3BL Media

Fifth Third has been carbon neutral for these emissions since 2020 with the purchase of 100% renewable power and verified carbon offsets for the remaining emissions. Faillo said, “Fifth Third has aggressive plans and targets for leading the transition to a sustainable future and addressing climate change.

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Fifth Third Sets New Operational Sustainability Targets by 2030

3BL Media

Fifth Third has been carbon neutral for these emissions since 2020 with the purchase of 100% renewable power and verified carbon offsets for the remaining emissions. Faillo said, “Fifth Third has aggressive plans and targets for leading the transition to a sustainable future and addressing climate change.

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This Week’s Fund News: LGIM Broadens Equity Index ESG Range

Chris Hall

The Essential Portfolio Selection (EPS) Quintet Earth UCITS fund is managed by DWS and aims to combine equal exposure to green bonds and low-carbon equities. Carbon offset activities will be managed in partnership with myclimate, a NGO climate protection agency.

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Mitigating social impact in a low-carbon Singapore

Eco-Business

The global fight against climate change is gradually gaining momentum, with countries like Canada, China, Germany, India, Japan, and the EU reaffirming commitment to the Paris Agreement, and more than 80 mayors in the US confirming that they will continue with agreed guidelines.