ESG / SUSTAINABILITY

ESG / Sustainability

IFRS Foundation Issues "Near-Final" Guidance on Climate Reporting

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 25/07/2025

The IFRS Foundation says the examples show how existing accounting standards apply to climate uncertainties, with significant implications for financial institution credit risk models.

ESG / Sustainability

ICJ Ruling Establishes Legal Duty to Protect Climate System

By Manesh Samtani | 25/07/2025

The ruling finds that states have binding obligations to cut emissions, paving the way for reparation claims and increasing legal risks for polluters.

ESG / Sustainability

Pakistan Regulator, IFC Launch Project to Boost Corporate ESG Standards

By Editors | 24/07/2025

The three-year initiative aims to develop regulatory frameworks and build capacity to align Pakistan's corporate sector with international sustainability practices.

ESG / Sustainability

NGFS Urges FIs to Embed Climate Adaptation into Transition Plans

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/07/2025

The NGFS has provided a framework for financial institutions to manage physical climate risks, urging a shift from a mitigation-only focus.

Securities / Derivatives

Bursa Carbon Exchange Set to Host First Renewable Energy Auction

By Nithya Subramanian | 24/07/2025

BCX and UEM Lestra target November 2025 for pilot auction enabling transparent bidding for corporate green electricity contracts.

ESG / Sustainability

Indonesia's OJK Releases Guidebook to Develop National Carbon Market

By Nithya Subramanian | 24/07/2025

The guidebook aims to educate the financial sector on carbon trading principles, mechanisms, and risks, including greenwashing and fraud.

Securities / Derivatives

Bangladesh Stockbrokers Push to Revise DSE Governance Structure

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/07/2025

Bangladesh stockbrokers are seeking reforms to the DSE’s board structure, citing political interference and weakened market oversight under the current framework.

Securities / Derivatives

Capital Markets Malaysia Launches GHG Emissions Calculator for SMEs

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/07/2025

The free GHG emissions calculator will help SMEs measure and report Scope 1 and 2 emissions in line with global standards.

ESG / Sustainability

NGFS Urges Integration of Climate Scenario Analysis into Transition Plans

By Manesh Samtani | 23/07/2025

New NGFS reports highlight synergies between climate scenario analysis and transition planning, offering guidance for financial institutions and supervisors.