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COP29’s financial focus shows private capital remains key to reaching net zero

COP29 made it clearer than ever: the private sector must play a crucial role if we are to meet the Paris Agreement’s goals. Chris Hayward, Policy Chairman, explains why the time for bold, decisive action is now—or risk falling behind.

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How the UK can help to put Saudi Arabia on an accelerated path to a sustainable future

How the UK's expertise in sustainable finance and global infrastructure financing can help accelerate Saudi Arabia on its path to a sustainable future.

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Harnessing the power of London for global climate action: Reflections on London Climate Action Week 2024

London Climate Action week is a global moment that sees leaders, organisations and communities from across the world descend on London to drive climate action. Here are some highlights from myself and the City of London sustainable finance team.

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Navigating Nature’s Value | Insights into the Biodiversity Credit Market

Nature sustains both economies and livelihoods. Yet despite the alarming risks that society faces from nature loss, nature restoration and conservation projects still face a significant financing gap.

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From oil to soil | highlights from COP28 and opportunities for the UK’s private sector

COP28 welcomed the start of a new era – one of clearer political direction and even more private sector engagement. What does COP28 mean for the UK’s private sector?

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Financing the transition to net zero requires global collaboration

The financial sector plays a vital role in mitigating global warming by financing the transition to a low carbon economy. It is essential that investment in the transition to net zero is global and sees significant flows from developed markets to emerging markets.

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Five themes to watch for at COP28

Unless we can cut global emissions by 45 percent by 2030, it will be impossible to keep the earth’s temperature to only 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels. Government pledges are, on their own, not enough - we need private finance and global corporations to tackle emissions and global biodiversity loss.

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The UK | How high-integrity voluntary carbon markets support climate objectives

In order to unlock the capital urgently required for climate action, we need infrastructure and financial instruments that enable innovation and support the new green economy. We take a look at the vital role of voluntary carbon markets.

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Reflections on London Climate Action Week

London Climate Action Week is now a key milestone in the UK sustainability calendar. Our sustainable finance team has reflected on four topics which dominated conversations across the week.