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New Hampshire Bill Would Make Use of ESG in Investments a Felony
The bill would punish “knowingly” using ESG factors in investment decisions with up to 20 years in prison. The state’s House of Representatives will hold a public hearing Feb. 1 to receive feedback.
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- Environment, Investing
- Region
- North America
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- ESG, governance, regulations
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Press Release: ArcTern Ventures Announces USD $335 Million Fund III Focused on Global Decarbonization
Primarily focused on the North American and European markets, ArcTern is committed to deploying its funds in ways that maximize the abatement of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions over the lifespan of the fund.
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- Energy, Investing, Technology
- Region
- Global
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Non Banking Financial Company Namdev Finvest Bags $15 Million to Ramp Up Its Offerings For MSMEs
The Jaipur-based startup offers financial solutions in rural India, with a primary focus on MSMEs and green finance options.
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- Investing
- Region
- Asia Pacific
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Aboyeji and Koschitzky-Kimani Launch ‘African YC’ with Support from a $750,000 USAID Grant
With both founders having experienced significant startup successes, they aim to foster the next wave of global businesses from Africa.
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- Investing
- Region
- Sub-Saharan Africa
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Press Release: UNDP And African Leaders Launch Timbuktoo Initiative to Unleash Africa’s Startup Revolution
Promoted by the UNDP, timbuktoo aims to address critical gaps and work with African governments, investors, corporates, and universities, to support the African startup ecosystem.
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- Investing
- Region
- Sub-Saharan Africa
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Young Investors Have Weakened Their Stance on ESG, Study Reveals
Gen Z and millennials are less prepared to give up returns to meet their ideals.
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- Investing
- Region
- Global
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The Emerging African Infrastructure Fund Raises $294 Million for Sustainable Projects in Africa
The EAIF will invest in infrastructure projects focused on the energy transition, low-carbon economies, and energy-efficient smart cities.
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- Environment, Investing
- Region
- Sub-Saharan Africa
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Amidst Ongoing Global Crises, Gates Foundation Announces Largest Budget Ever: $8.6 Billion in 2024 to Save and Improve Lives
Increased funding includes support for health innovations that could save millions more lives by 2030.
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- Health Care, Investing
- Region
- Global
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