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Singapore-backed carbon credits data platform CAD Trust launches 20-member user forum
Launched by IETA, the World Bank and Singapore, CAD Trust is a platform to share information about carbon credits and projects.
June 06, 2023
Environmental, Social and Governance
World Bank touts an ESG Bond it says is 'immune' to greenwashing
The proceeds of the five-year bond will be used to support the World Bank’s sustainable development activities globally.
February 23, 2023
Global Economy
World Bank cuts 2023 forecasts and warns of global recession
The bank said persistent inflation and higher interest rates are among the key reasons.
January 11, 2023
Global Economy
World Bank to warn of global recession risk in economic outlook
“Urgent global and national efforts” are needed
January 08, 2023
Environmental, Social and Governance
Singapore government, IETA, World Bank launch carbon credits data platform
CAD Trust links, aggregates and harmonises all carbon credit data from project registries to facilitate transparent reporting.
December 07, 2022
Sustainability
DBS, Temasek, World Bank and more launch second edition of climate-tech accelerator programme
A total of $250,000 in grants will be awarded to up to five successful applicants.
November 08, 2022
Commodities
Commodities to stay elevated on Ukraine War, World Bank says
“Overall, this amounts to the largest commodity shock we’ve experienced since the 1970s,” says World Bank
April 26, 2022
Sustainability
BlackRock’s Fink urges World Bank, IMF overhaul for green era
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink has called for a "rethink" of the World Bank and IMF's roles as financiers.
July 12, 2021
Global Economy
Global economic recovery delayed by slow vaccine rollouts
The world economy is facing a tougher than expected start to 2021 as coronavirus infections surge
January 25, 2021
Sustainability
DBS, Google, Temasek and other companies launch Sustaintech Xcelerator to boost confidence in nature-based carbon credits
In addition, the Sustaintech Xcelerator will provide mentorship to selected applicants, as well as a grant of $50,000.
December 16, 2020