The report highlights the EU's efforts to meet sustainable aviation fuel targets through various projects. Despite a projected 1.7 Mt production capacity by 2030, challenges include regulatory loopholes, high production costs, limited renewable resources, and dependency on biogenic CO2.

This benchmark series on green hydrogen in aviation explores the UK's and EU's efforts to decarbonise the sector. It covers policy landscapes, innovation, and sustainable growth recommendations, providing essential insights for finance professionals in sustainable finance.

SASHA Coalition advocates for green hydrogen to decarbonise aviation and shipping sectors. It unites industry leaders to promote policy and technological advancements, aiming to address the Green Hydrogen Gap in the UK and EU.

Ernst & Young (EY) is a global professional services organisation offering audit, tax, transaction, and advisory services. EY helps businesses navigate complex challenges, improve performance, and manage risk. Their expertise includes digital transformation, sustainability, and strategic growth.

The report outlines a 1.5°C-aligned transition strategy for decarbonising the aviation sector by 2050. It provides tools and milestones, to guide public and private sector decision-makers in achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions through sustainable aviation fuels, novel propulsion technologies, and efficiency improvements. The strategy emphasises collaboration across the aviation value chain to meet the ambitious climate targets.

The Australian Government's 2024 Sustainable Finance Roadmap outlines a plan to mobilise private capital towards achieving net-zero emissions. It focuses on improving transparency in climate and sustainability reporting, enhancing financial system capabilities, and demonstrating government leadership. Key initiatives include mandatory climate-related financial disclosures, developing a sustainable finance taxonomy, and issuing sovereign green bonds.

The UK official government website, Gov.uk, provides comprehensive information and services. It includes guidance on policies, public services, and regulations, making it a valuable resource for residents, businesses, and visitors. Access key information on taxes, benefits, health, and travel efficiently through this user-friendly platform.

The report outlines key performance indicators (KPIs) for responsible corporate tax conduct, highlighting green and red flags. Key aspects include transparent financial statements, robust tax commitments, public Country-by-Country disclosures, disclosure of uncertain tax positions, and consistent corporate cash taxes paid over five years. It aims to guide investors in assessing tax conduct.

The database of Asian mergers and acquisitions (M&As) in high-emission sectors reveals a steady, not increasing, trend from 2020 to April 2024. This shift of high-emission assets from public to private ownership, totalling USD 5-9 billion annually, raises concerns about reduced transparency and accountability in emissions reporting. While not accelerating, this trend has negative implications for investor stewardship and emissions disclosure.

This practical guidance report provides a principles-based approach that equips corporates with an understanding of the value of nature, identifies key frameworks, and encourages a call to action. It suggests implementing “no regrets” actions for risk mitigation while progressing work on key frameworks. It further recognises that taking actions now will create business value.

The US has a significant opportunity to decarbonise its industrial sector and boost its economy by transitioning to a circular economy. This report explores the economic and environmental benefits of circular solutions in key industries, such as batteries, construction, and electronics. It also analyses current US policies that support a circular economy and provides recommendations for further policy interventions to accelerate this transition.

This report examines the systemic inequity faced by the LGBTQIA+ community in the US, highlighting its significant economic consequences. It provides evidence of the positive link between LGBTQIA+ inclusion and financial performance, and outlines a framework for investors to advance LGBTQIA+ equity through system-level investing.

This report examines the current state of refugee-related investment, a subset of impact investing focused on companies benefiting forcibly displaced people. It discusses the need for sustainable solutions for refugees' economic inclusion, the challenges faced by this nascent field, and recommendations for governments, development partners, and private sector actors to accelerate refugees' social and economic inclusion while benefiting host countries.

Sustainable Markets Initiative (SMI) champions sustainable finance and responsible investing, fostering a green economy through innovative market solutions. Explore insights, tools, and resources on sustainability and impact investing. Ideal for investors, policymakers, and businesses committed to a sustainable future.

Green Finance Institute (GFI) champions sustainable finance solutions, driving the transition to a low-carbon economy. GFI collaborates with financial institutions, policymakers, and businesses to innovate and implement green financial products. Key areas include green mortgages, sustainable infrastructure, and natural capital. Explore cutting-edge research and resources on green finance at GFI.

This guide examines the relationship between climate change and human rights. It highlights the responsibilities of institutional investors to recognise and act on climate-related human rights risks. It also identifies crucial areas of risk for investors and provides an action plan to support investors to integrate the management of climate-related human rights risks into their existing frameworks.