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14 March 2025

Redefining SFDR: new product categorisation proposed by the Platform on Sustainable Finance

Cristian Echavarría and Jose Luis Marchante The European sustainable finance landscape continues to develop, and the recent proposal by the EU Platform on Sustainable Finance marks a significant step forward. With a focus on enhancing the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (“SFDR”), the proposal aims to introduce a structured categorisation framework that brings clarity to financial products and aligns with investor expectations.

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04 March 2025

Sustainable finance in 2025: forging ahead with transition finance and technology

2025 is shaping up to be a landmark year for sustainable finance. Amid developing geopolitical dynamics, increased energy demand, decarbonisation imperatives, and the rapid rise of artificial intelligence (“AI”), the future is always in flux. Our sustainability experts have closely analysed these influences, alongside conversations with investors, to discern the key trends that will shape the direction of sustainable finance in the year ahead. These trends fall into three main categories that are expected to impact private market investors and companies alike

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25 February 2025

SFDR reform: short-term confusion, long-term global alignment

Cristian Echavarria Quiroga and Jose Luis Marchante The Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (“SFDR”) is undergoing a significant transformation, with the European Commission introducing a new product categorisation scheme. This reform aims to streamline EU sustainability regulations, bringing them closer in alignment with the UK’s Sustainability Disclosure Requirements (“SDR”). While the immediate impact will be uncertainty and market confusion, the long-term effect is expected to be greater clarity and consistency in sustainable finance disclosures.

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25 February 2025

The rising importance of internal carbon pricing

Douwe Miller, Associate (Amsterdam) Internal carbon pricing is gaining momentum, with over 1,000 companies already implementing the approach. By 2025, this number is expected to double, driven by CSRD disclosures. Carbon pricing is becoming integral to business strategy, directly linking sustainability with value creation.

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12 February 2025

Simpler EU sustainability reporting will drive greater corporate sustainability ambition

The European Commission will release new guidance on streamlined regulation in the next few weeks. If done correctly, this simplification can have real sustainability benefits.

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20 December 2024

The critical role of nature and biodiversity in shaping sustainable business practices

Daan Schipper, Director Northern Europe, and Alessandro Casoli, Head of Advisory and Deputy Head of UK Nature and biodiversity have often been overlooked in the shadow of climate change-related issues, despite humanity’s indispensable reliance on the ecosystem services they provide. Anthropogenic activities have placed immense pressure on nature, with factors such as pollution, land-use changes, and global warming already pushing one-fifth of ecosystems toward collapse, resulting in extreme biodiversity loss that threatens a crisis comparable to climate change (WWF, 2024).

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18 December 2024

Are you ready for the CSRD compliance deadline? The CSRD platform has you covered!

The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (“CSRD”) is ushering in a new era of transparency and accountability for businesses operating within the EU. With the January 2025 compliance deadline rapidly approaching, many companies are finding the process complex, requiring extensive disclosures in line with the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (“ESRS”). The CSRD platform, Holtara’s latest solution, offers a seamless way for businesses to meet these demands.

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12 December 2024

COP29: Reflections and outlook on the next conference in Brazil

Anderson Zuo, Senior Analyst, and Elizabeth Andrews, Client Success Manager The 29th Conference of the Parties (“COP29”), held in Baku, Azerbaijan, marked another pivotal moment in global climate diplomacy. This summit was seen as an opportunity to push for stronger commitments to limit global warming to 1.5°C. While notable advancements in climate financing were achieved, COP29 was also fraught with challenges and familiar divisions, showcasing the complexity of coming to a fair and effective global response to climate change.

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31 October 2024

Understanding COP29: What to expect in 2024

As the world prepares for the 29th Conference of the Parties (“COP29”), set to take place in Baku, Azerbaijan, from November 11 to 22, 2024, it’s essential to understand its significance and the agenda that will shape the discussions. This annual climate summit brings together representatives from nearly 200 countries to coordinate global climate action and negotiate policies to address the climate crisis.