Coal-based blast furnaces have been core units in steel production for more than 100 years. Now, the industry is looking for ways to cut CO₂ emissions to align with net zero targets from regulators and customers. flow’s Desirée Buchholz reports on how German steel- and technology company Salzgitter AG is leading the way towards decarbonising steel manufacturing

Carbon pricing is essential to combat climate change as it incentivises companies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. flow’s Desirée Buchholz looks at how regulatory initiatives in the EU could impact global investment flows – and the role voluntary carbon markets play in reaching net-zero commitments

With Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) growing in importance globally, flow explores an initiative that is supporting women from low-income backgrounds in India – where CSR has been a priority for the past 10 years

Since its launch in 2020, the broadcast channel ExpeditionFinance has been exploring the future of the financial industry. Deutsche Bank host Jürgen Schmitt reflects on a journey which has taken him from Australia to Turkey, to Singapore and the US – and one which is far from over

US renewable energy company Pattern Energy is transforming the energy supply for three million Americans with its SunZia project. With insights from the company’s Project Finance and Corporate Development Director Carlyne Mickle and Deutsche Bank’s Trust and Agency Services team, flow’s Clarissa Dann tracks progress so far

A different approach to funding is needed to restore biodiversity and keep it intact. Markus Müller, Chief Investment Officer ESG at Deutsche Bank Private Bank, looks at how nature is impacting investor behaviour

Electric vehicles (EV) are a pivotal technology for sustainable mobility. This means affordability for all if the automotive sector is to achieve net zero. flow’s Desirée Buchholz reports on how the newly-formed European battery company ACC aims to lower costs and gain control over supply chains with support from four European banks

What is next for ESG in 2024? From the greater focus on the impact and execution of sustainability targets, to new geopolitical and regulatory priorities, flow explores eight key sustainability themes that corporates should watch out for

Brazil’s wind energy sector is flourishing. flow’s Desirée Buchholz reports on renewable energy provider Statkraft’s part of the story – and how Deutsche Bank is helping the Norwegian company to finance two greenfield wind park projects in the country