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COP29: four key takeaways from Baku COP29: four key takeaways from Baku
Marked by tough negotiations, COP29 closed with agreement to triple finance to developing countries by 2035 and a long-awaited breakthrough on international carbon markets. Yet not all expectations were met. flow’s Desirée Buchholz summarises the key takeaways from Baku
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Salzgitter AG: transitioning to green steel Salzgitter AG: transitioning to green steel
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
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The price of CO₂ The price of CO₂
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
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Eight ESG trends to watch in 2024
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India’s path to net zero
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The price of CO₂
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Iberdrola: pioneering the renewable energy revolution
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COP28 – key takeaways from Dubai
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Empowering women in India through self-employment Empowering women in India through self-employment
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
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Discover the world of finance Discover the world of finance
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
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Greening the night with the SunZia Wind and Transmission projects Greening the night with the SunZia Wind and Transmission projects
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
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Biodiversity: funding our future Biodiversity: funding our future
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
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Powering the European EV transition Powering the European EV transition
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
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Eight ESG trends to watch in 2024 Eight ESG trends to watch in 2024
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
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Harnessing Brazil's clean energy asset Harnessing Brazil's clean energy asset
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
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COP28 – key takeaways from Dubai COP28 – key takeaways from Dubai
COP28 closed with a consensus to transition away from fossil fuels and some good progress on climate finance. Yet, more finance efforts are needed, and the advent of global carbon markets experienced a setback. flow’s Desirée Buchholz summarises the key takeaways from Dubai
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Pepperl+Fuchs: Financing sustainable growth in Vietnam Pepperl+Fuchs: Financing sustainable growth in Vietnam
With Asia-Pacific a major sourcing hub for global supply chains, multinational companies need to ensure that their ESG targets in the region are met. flow’s Desirée Buchholz reports on how German industrial sensor manufacturer Pepperl+Fuchs established a sustainable factory in Vietnam that could serve as an ESG role model
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Putting ESG transformation into action Putting ESG transformation into action
With COP28 approaching, the fight against global warming is back in the headlines. flow’s Desirée Buchholz examines what sustainable business transformation means for German enterprise Melitta Group – and why collaboration with stakeholders such as local coffee farmers and Deutsche Bank is key
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Eight Tokyo takeaways on responsible investment Eight Tokyo takeaways on responsible investment
While the end of the low interest rate era presents a challenge for ESG investments, there is encouraging momentum in Asia and progress on harmonising sustainability reporting. flow summarises the eight main themes of this year’s Principles for Responsible Investment’s (PRI) annual conference in Tokyo based on a Deutsche Bank Research special report
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Sibos 2023: What sustainability really means for financial services Sibos 2023: What sustainability really means for financial services
ESG was high on the agenda at this year’s Sibos, with over 30 sessions dedicated to the topic. flow reports on this year’s big issue debate, which delved into the need to foster sustainable business practices