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Today’s ESG Updates Engie Maintains Middle East Growth Plans: French utility says ongoing regional conflict linked to the Iran war will not alter its long-term energy investment strategy. Statkraft Reports Higher Q1 Profit: Rising Nordic electricity prices driven by cold weather and lower wind generation boosted earnings at Norway’s largest utility. France Prepares Airline Support
Today’s ESG Updates Engie Expands UK Power Grid Presence with $14B Acquisition: French utility Engie announces the purchase of UK Power Networks, boosting grid investments and supporting the UK’s legally binding net zero target by 2050. EU Seeks G7 Coordination on Maritime Services Ban for Russian Oil: The European Union plans a coordinated ban on
Today’s ESG Updates China’s Coal Power Falls Below 50% for the First Time: Coal generated 49.7% of China’s electricity in H1 2026, while renewables crossed 40% for the first time. NTT Data Secures Clean Power Deal With Engie for Data Centers: NTT Data has signed a long-term renewable energy deal with Engie, which promises to
Today’s ESG Updates Climate Pledges Fall Short: UNEP warns the world is still heading toward ~2.8°C this century unless cuts accelerate fast ahead of COP30 in Belém. Apple Inks 15-year Italy PPA: Engie to build 173 MW from wind and agrivoltaics, 400+ GWh/year; Apple takes 80%. US AGs To Big Tech: Don’t follow EU CSRD/CSDDD
Today’s ESG Updates Intel Challenges €376 Million EU Fine Over Anti-Competitive Practices: The U.S. chipmaker argues EU penalty for blocking rivals is unfair. Apple Blocks Fortnite on iPhones Amid Legal Dispute: Epic Games claims Apple has cut off access to the popular game in the U.S. and EU. CBRE Invests in ENGIE’s 2.4 GW Battery
Today’s ESG Updates Europe’s Summer Heat Sends Power Prices to Winter Highs: Record heat is cutting output from nuclear, gas and solar plants across the continent while driving up cooling demand. NHTSA Opens Probe Into 1.2 Million Teslas Over Suspension Failures: Regulators are investigating reports that a suspension component detached in certain Model 3 and
Today’s ESG Updates US Redirects Offshore Wind Capital to Fossil Fuels: Projects off the east and west coasts have been wound down, with nearly $885 million investment redirected into domestic oil, gas and LNG. EU Expands Big Tech Rules to Cloud and AI: The Commission will assess whether AI services and cloud providers such as
Today’s ESG Updates Cement Giant Posts Record Earnings and Cuts Carbon: Cement manufacturer Heidelberg Materials delivered record profits in 2025, whilst reducing emissions, with €21.5 billion in revenue, €3.4 billion in operating profit, and a 3% cut in CO₂ emissions. Nickel Industries Integrates Climate Risks Into Long-Term Strategy: Nickel Industries published its first climate disclosures
Today’s ESG updates cover the potential impact of the U.S. election outcome on climate policies, Meta’s commitment to a new solar project in Texas to power its data centres, car manufacturers’ push against stricter EU emissions regulations, and BlackRock experiencing significant withdrawals from its ESG funds amid shifting investor sentiment. Presidential election set to impact
Today, we delve into Roland Garros’ sustainability efforts and its impact on the world of tennis As Roland Garros approaches its highly anticipated finals, tennis enthusiasts worldwide eagerly await the thrilling matches that lie ahead. While the focus remains on the exceptional performances of the athletes, it’s time to recognize Roland Garros‘ sustainable efforts that have