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State leaders from Germany, Canada, global corproations and institutional investors called for standardisation of blended finance in order to speed up financial flows for sustainable development. The company, to be launched later this year, aims to develop specialised blended finance vehicles.

Cover_Sustainability Leadership A-List 2025

As geopolitical uncertainties cloud the horizon, leaders who uphold the values of climate justice, diplomacy and equity in their work are recognised for their contributions in the sustainability sector.

In one of his first interviews as climate minister, Musadik Malik talks glaciers, water politics and the disappearing beauty of a changing world.

Lotilla's replaces Toni Yulo Loyzaga as secretary of the environment agency in the wake of Philippine president Ferdinand Marcos, Jr's cabinet revamp. Green groups say his selection "rings alarm bells" due to his fossil fuel ties.

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The treaty, signed in 1996, expires next year, and there are unresolved issues with regards to water sharing arrangements. Both Bangladesh and India will need to negotiate a more thorough, equitable and climate-resilient deal. By Sk. Tawfique M. Haque

Leading a group of mothers, campaigner Bhavreen Kandhari tells WHO conference that children need a quicker energy transition. By Bhavreen Kandhari

Targeted and cost-effective foreign aid reforms can amplify America’s global influence and safeguard national interests, says non-profit chief. By Steven R Galster

Amid a critical UN meeting on women and with aid cuts causing turmoil, we must remember that investing in women is a priority. By Ellen Johnson Sirleaf

By Reetika Syal and Tarun Arora

By Jon Truby

By Katie Fowler

By Zhang Nan and Li Dianyi

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EB Studio Amid fresh debates about what corporate purpose should be, there is mounting evidence that corporate purpose leads to stronger brand reputation, better talent attraction and more resilience, leading to improved financial performance.

migrant fishermen fishing southeast asia

On International Human Rights Day, Greenpeace releases shocking testimonies from Southeast Asian migrants working on board foreign fishing vessels, plying the remote waters to meet Asia's surging demand for seafood.

In the video, environmental law group ClientEarth compares the oil and gas giant's advertisements on its low-carbon investments to a burger chain claiming that they’re vegan because they’ve got salad on the menu.

Around the world, indigenous people have historically suffered from abuse and rights violations, despite being critical to forest conservation. This tribe in West Kalimantan, Indonesia, just won rights over its land after a 40-year struggle. Are governments waking up to the reality that indigenous groups could lead the battle against climate change?

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Hendrik Rosenthal, sustainability director, CLP Power

In the second episode of 'On the frontlines', power firm CLP's group sustainability director Rosenthal talks to the EB Podcast about the challenges of steering sustainability in a carbon-heavy industry, closing coal plants and the need for pragmatism.

Jessica Cheam, Mervyn Tang and Jocelyn Dove speaking at the Sharpening the ESG focus 2025 event

Trump 2.0 may prove to be a "bump in the road" for climate action, but banks and investors in Asia see growth and opportunity in the region for decarbonisation as climate risks grow.

A researcher lived with camel herders in Inner Mongolia for years to find out how they're coping with both conservation schemes and modernisation. He tells the Eco-Business Podcast about their challenges and lessons for the world.

ADX's chief strategy and transformation officer Matthias Büchler tells the Eco-Business podcast why sustainability is a key growth strategy and how the COP summit shaped ESG reporting for listed companies on the exchange.

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