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India’s Basic Chemicals, Cosmetics & Dyes Export Promotion Council (Chemexcil), under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, has surveyed companies on the Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs), and published the questionnaire online on August 12, 2024. Companies were asked about quantity present in… Read More »India Surveys Industries on Chemicals Listed under Stockholm Convention

Under the Chemical Weapons (Prohibition) Act, the Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) recently released a significant notice requiring pertinent enterprises to submit reports by September 30, 2024, on the estimated production, extraction, refining, and use of designated substances in 2025. Its goal… Read More »A Comprehensive Guide to Japan’s 2025 Designated Substance Reporting Mandates

The EPA wants to add 14 new ecolabels and criteria to government procurement to help with sustainability. The updates concentrate on growing the areas of food service ware, clothes, labs, and healthcare supplies. Regulations.gov will accept public comments on the proposal for a period of… Read More »EPA Unveils 14 New Ecolabels to Enhance Sustainable Federal Procurement

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), the conduct regulator for financial services firms and financial markets in the UK, announced today that it was pushing out requirements for asset managers to comply with some of the new “naming and marketing rules” for sustainability-related investment products to… Read More »FCA Delays Implementation of SDR Sustainable Fund Labeling Rules to April 2025

Boosting Sustainable Finance: UN agencies support Tajikistan in launching a green bond market to mobilize funds for climate goals. Training for Transformation: A new training initiative aims to enhance the capacity of future bond issuers and stakeholders in Tajikistan. Collaborative Efforts: Partnerships focus on building… Read More »UN Supports Tajikistan’s Launch of Green Bond Market to Fund Climate Goals

Europe faces escalating climate risks, with extreme weather events tripling over four decades. Only 25% of climate-related losses in Europe are insured, widening the protection gap. Public-private partnerships and innovative insurance models are key to enhancing resilience. Europe’s climate is changing fast, bringing extreme weather… Read More »Europe Faces Rising Climate Risks: Only 25% of Losses Insured Amid Escalating Extreme Weather

The Treasury Laws Amendment bill, which would mandate large and medium-sized companies to report on climate-related risks and opportunities as well as greenhouse gas emissions across the value chain, was passed by the Australian House of Representatives today. The largest companies would be required to… Read More »Australia Enacts Law to Start Requiring Climate Reports in 2025

Focused on Sustainability: SEB launches a global fund investing solely in sustainable companies, classified as Article 9 under EU regulations. Lower Carbon Intensity: The fund’s carbon intensity is about 50% lower than its benchmark, emphasizing its commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Diverse Investment Strategy:… Read More »SEB Launches New Fund with 50% Lower Carbon Intensity to Drive Sustainable Investments

On Aug. 14, 2024, China’s Maritime Safety Administration issued a “List of Hazardous Materials Banned from or Restricted in Use on Chinese-flagged Seagoing Ships.” It specifies control measures for the regulated materials. In the list, “Chinese-flagged seagoing ships” refer to Chinese-flagged seagoing ships operating either… Read More »China issues list of hazardous materials banned from or restricted in use on Chinese-flagged seagoing ships

The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a historic emergency order on August 6, 2024, outlawing the herbicide DCPA, popularly known as Dacthal, across the country. Aiming to address issues with human health, agriculture, and the chemical industry, this historic move—the first in almost… Read More »U.S. EPA Issues Order Banning DCPA Immediately Nationwide