ESG

MAS kicks off public consultation for code of conduct of ESG ratings, data products

The proposed code will establish minimum industry standards of transparency in methodologies and data sources.

MAS kicks off public consultation for code of conduct of ESG ratings, data products

The proposed code will establish minimum industry standards of transparency in methodologies and data sources.

Less than 10% of global energy financing went to renewables: study

Of the $2.5t funneled to energy firms, only $178b were for clean energy activities, the report said.

Singapore unveils industry guidelines for sustainable private banking

The industry group sustainability taskforce has also developed a training benchmark.

Citi unveils Sustainable Time Deposit solution in APAC

It will fund environmental and social projects such as water and sanitation infrastructure.

Singapore’s push into ESG investing

Transparent and trustworthy reporting standards made Singapore a regional financial hub. Can it do the same with green investing?

OCBC invests S$25m to reduce carbon footprint in operations

The bank plans to retrofit its buildings with solar panels.

Financing a better future: How FSIs can develop an ESG strategy

An expert from ServiceNow said data is key for ESG integration.

FIs need to set clear net-zero goals else loans, assets deteriorate: Moody’s

Delayed goals and actions would hurt banks’ asset and loan quality in the future.

UOB adopts the Equator Principles to refine sustainability strategy

The bank will apply the principles to assess and manage environmental and social risk projects.

Mizuho, IFC inks MOU to establish carbon facility

It will facilitate the purchase and sale of voluntary carbon credits.

Bank of Singapore factors in ESG in loan quantum assessment

Those secured by a mutual fund with an ESG rating of AAA or AA will have their advance ratio increased by 5 ppt.

Creating a more ESG-compliant business: Here’s what you should know

Effective ESG implementation in a company’s framework is more than just conceiving a vision and aligning it with their goals.