Recent ESG News

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ESG

Maximise ASX share gains or invest ethically? The SUPER dilemma

Renewable energy companies can't currently match the outsized gains posted by their fossil fuel peers.

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ESG

Own ASX renewable energy shares? Here's why 'the energy transition will be good for us'

Australia looks well positioned.

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ESG

Here's what ESG investors should know about cryptos like Bitcoin

It's estimated that Bitcoin uses as much energy each year as the entire nation of Holland.

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Resources Shares

Buying ASX shares to cash in on the EV and battery metals craze? Read this

Are EVs and battery metals really emissions free? Some experts say not.

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ESG

Own Telstra shares? Here's how the telco plans to use drones to create carbon credits

Atop cutting emissions, companies are also working on removing carbon from the air.

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ESG

Own AGL shares? Here's why the company has been making news this week

Australia has so far lagged much of the developed world in EV adoption.

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ESG

What are the real benefits of ESG investing? Here's what Westpac says

Environmental, social, and governance themes are front of mind for many modern ASX investors.

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Energy Shares

Why are ASX renewable shares struggling in 2022?

Fossil fuel prices have hit decade and even all-time highs this year.

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Travel Shares

Qantas (ASX:QAN) share price lifting amid sustainable fuel deal

Airlines across the world are under pressure to reduce emissions.

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ESG

3 roadblocks for ASX shares trying to become greener : Expert

Hear what this expert has to say about sustainable finance in the region.

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ESG

'A lot of headroom to grow': Is 2022 the year ASX investors turn to ESG shares?

The future looks bright for ESG investing in Australia.

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ESG

Tell him he's dreamin': Are the Fortescue (ASX:FMG) green hydrogen plans realistic?

Green hydrogen could offer a new clean energy alternative.

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Cryptocurrencies

Here's why these deep-pocketed investors are eyeing green Bitcoin

More crypto miners are turning to renewable energy sources.

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Resources Shares

Own BHP shares? Here's what this quiet investigation uncovered

The big miners have pledged to work more closely with Aboriginal landowners.

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Share Market News

What is green shorting and which ASX 200 shares are being targeted?

This ESG investment style is worth knowing about...

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ESG

It's not easy being green: A look at ESG investing in 2022

How investing in ethical and 'green' companies comes with its own set of risks...

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Share Gainers

In the green: the 5 best ASX renewable shares of 2021

These renewable energy shares electrified investor portfolios last year...

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ESG

Own Fortescue (ASX:FMG) shares? The ASX 200 miner just hit a new green milestone

ASX 200 miners are coming under pressure to slash their carbon footprints.

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Energy Shares

Woodside (ASX:WPL) share price ends higher on Wednesday after energy giant vows to fight Pluto legal challenge

Environmentalists want lifetime emissions impacts worked into any new project approvals.

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ESG

Australian Ethical (ASX:AEF) share price sinks on earnings update

ASX investors are increasingly concerned about ESG issues within their portfolios.

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ESG

Is Aussie hydrogen vehicle maker H2X Global listed on the ASX?

Australia's own 'green' vehicle maker, coming to an exchange in 2022...

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ESG

Could carbon credits become the new crypto? This fundie thinks so

Both are big trends of the last decade, but how could investors make money from carbon credits?

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Travel Shares

Could climate issues pose a bigger risk to the Qantas share price than COVID?

Airlines are among the companies coming under increased scrutiny for their emissions.

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Energy Shares

ASX 200 coal shares unfazed by Johnson's 'death knell' amid record prices

Industry insiders expect demand for quality coal to remain 'robust' for decades

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ESG

South 32 (ASX:S32) share price sinks amid increased climate risk scrutiny

Pressure to take into consideration climate change risks is increasing on ASX companies.

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ESG

These ASX 200 shares could be set to face fresh pressure over climate action

The IGCC has found ASX 200 boards generally don't consider climate change a business a risk.

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ESG

ASX 200 companies take note – global carbon credit trades soaring

The world has a long way to go before achieving the emissions Holy Grail of "net-zero".

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Cryptocurrencies

The Bitcoin (CRYPTO:BTC) price is still leaping higher, and so is its energy use

For token that doesn't actually exist, Bitcoin uses tremendous amounts of energy.

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Bank Shares

Own CBA shares? Here's the bank's latest green initiative

Green credentials are increasingly important in the construction sector.

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ESG

ASX renewable shares in focus amid Australia's 2050 net zero pledge

Is it Australia's renewable future now set for a boost?

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Bank Shares

Own ANZ (ASX:ANZ) shares? Here's what the bank's CEO is warning on 'greenwashing'

Ever more investors are investing with ESG principles in mind. But how do you know an investment is really 'green'?

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ESG

Is the ASX one of the worst markets in the world for ESG investing?

Australia's weak emissions targets could cause it to miss out on billions of dollars of climate-friendly investments, according to a…

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Resources Shares

Why the Lithium Australia (ASX:LIT) share price is rocketing 9%

New production news appears to be exciting investors...

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Cryptocurrencies

Why Bitcoin miners are flocking to the US and what this could mean for Australia

Bitcoin enthusiasts are hoping for a greener image.

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Energy Shares

Own AGL shares? Here are the World Energy Markets Observatory's future priorities

Maintaining reliable and affordable electricity supplies is essential during the changeover to low carbon emissions.

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Bank Shares

Own CBA (ASX:CBA) shares? Here's the bank's latest stance on climate pressures

Climate activists want to see lending for fossil fuel projects terminated.

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ETFs

Want to buy ASX shares in hydrogen? Here's how

Can hydrogen replace fossil fuels in the future? Here's a way to invest in a whole bunch of companies involved…

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Broker Notes

Bullish on lithium and batteries? 4 ASX shares this fund manager loves

Here's Regal Investment Fund's take on the renewables sector.

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Growth Shares

3 reasons why the Australian Ethical (ASX:AEF) share price could be a standout idea

Australian Ethical might be a compelling business to consider.

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ETFs

New ESG ETF targets booming ethical shares market

Meet the ASX's newest ethical ETF...

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