Sustainability & ESG

Reporting & Disclosures

SEBI Consults on Regulatory Framework for ESG Disclosures, Ratings

By Manesh Samtani | 24/02/2023

The BRSR framework will be enhanced to require assurance on ESG disclosures. SEBI also proposes mandatory requirements for ESG rating providers.

Sustainable Finance

Hong Kong Budget to Advance Green, Crypto Hub Ambitions

By Manesh Samtani | 23/02/2023

Financial Secretary Paul Chan announced in the government’s 2023-2024 budget that he will establish and lead a task force on virtual asset development.

Reporting & Disclosures

China to Create Framework for Mandatory ESG Disclosures

By Editors | 22/02/2023

Regulators may initially introduce the new ESG disclosure requirements on a “comply or explain” basis before transitioning to a fully mandatory framework.

Sustainable Finance

Malaysia SC Revises Guidelines for SRI Funds

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/02/2023

The revised guidelines incorporate requirements for SRI funds seeking to qualify as an ASEAN Sustainable and Responsible Fund, among other changes.

Sustainable Finance

Bursa Malaysia to Drive Carbon Market Ecosystem Development

By Editors | 21/02/2023

A handbook on generating carbon credits will be developed, as well as a directory of carbon industry service providers to facilitate collaboration.

Reporting & Disclosures

Korean Draft Law to Introduce Fines for Greenwashing

By Editors | 20/02/2023

The Ministry of Environment will fine companies up to KRW 3 million for misleading or false sustainability claims.

Reporting & Disclosures

Shenzhen Bourse Enhances Listed Company Disclosure Guidelines

By Editors | 19/02/2023

Companies in certain industries will have to disclose major pollution accidents, to promote better environmental governance.

Reporting & Disclosures

ISSB Finalises Key Standards; Backs ESRS as Source

By ESG Investor | 18/02/2023

The general reporting standard and climate reporting standard are now expected to be issued at the end of Q2 2023.

Climate Risk

Companies Making Slow Progress on Climate Transition Plans: CDP

By Mark Johnston | 17/02/2023

Japanese companies performed best, with 16 organisations disclosing to all key indicators that denote a “credible” climate transition plan.