The ECB has introduced a climate factor into its collateral framework, applying additional haircuts to corporate bonds exposed to transition risks. The measure treats climate risk...
ICSC successfully issued a €500 million social bond, three times oversubscribed with strong international and ESG investor participation. The bond supports sports, culture, student housing, and...
Milione spa, parent of SAVE spa, secured €80 million EIB financing to boost Venice Airport’s sustainability and efficiency. The deal aligns with its Ardian-Finint ownership restructuring,...
New Zealand is considering adopting IFRS S2 climate reporting standards, with the External Reporting Board proposing a long transition period. Companies would continue using current NZ...
ReLife Recycling, part of ReLife Group, has acquired Palcart’s recycling operations in Verona, strengthening its presence in Northeast Italy and expanding the Oppeano hub. The move...
ANSFISA has approved Italy’s first hydrogen-powered train, the Alstom HMU214, for use on the Brescia–Iseo–Edolo line. Capable of 140 km/h, it uses hydrogen fuel cells and...
KPMG’s Global Survey shows a major gap between ESG awareness and financial integration. While 72% of managers understand sustainability strategies, only 19% use advanced models to...
Italy’s 2026 Climate Livability Index shows coastal cities, led by Ancona, outperform inland areas as global warming intensifies. Adriatic locations benefit from cooling influences, while the...
The EU is considering expanding free ETS emission permits for energy-intensive industries as part of a 2026 review to improve competitiveness against global rivals. The Commission...
Italy leads Europe in digital sustainability reporting tools for SMEs, according to EFRAG’s second mapping of VSME platforms. The ecosystem is innovative but still maturing, with...