China’s new ESG disclosure standard “of limited use” to investors
The proposed voluntary framework is an early step towards standardised sustainability reporting but is seen as unlikely to have much impact until it is endorsed by…
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Elizabeth Meager
Elizabeth Meager is the policy editor of Capital Monitor. She is dedicated to making sense of regulatory developments and their influence on the flow of sustainable finance and investment. She was previously managing editor of IFLR.
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Russia sanctions: What governments must weigh up
There are various reasons why governments have been wary of imposing sanctions on Russia, and they do not only…
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What makes a sustainable finance hub successful?
Cities the world over are competing fiercely for green capital flows, touting benefits from listing incentives to carbon markets.…
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How government and corporate net-zero plans correlate
Data compiled by Capital Monitor reveals a distinct link between strong government policy on net zero and companies headquartered…
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What the inclusion of gas and nuclear in the EU Taxonomy means
The financial world is split on the real-world impact of natural gas and nuclear being labelled as sustainable activities.…
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New Zealand plays catch-up on climate policy
Climate change minister James Shaw tells Capital Monitor how New Zealand intends to make up for the policy missteps…
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Energy advertising faces rising pressure over ‘climate washing’
Authorities in Europe and the US are increasingly scrutinising advertising and marketing material – most notably from energy companies…
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UK lags behind peers with “pitiful” post-Covid education spend
Britain was already spending less on education than many other wealthy countries before the pandemic further exacerbated the learning…
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Cop26 targets pushed back under threat of being sued
Countries party to the Energy Charter Treaty are under yet more pressure to reform the agreement following the Cop26…
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