ESG Solutions

Netrality Data Centers Secures $380M Sustainability-Linked Loan to Support Energy-Efficiency

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
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The SLL will fuel data center expansion projects that embody sustainable designs and implement infrastructural measures to support the reduction of power usage effectiveness ("PUE") levels across Netrality's portfolio.

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  • The SLL will fuel data center expansion projects that embody sustainable designs and implement infrastructural measures to support the reduction of power usage effectiveness ("PUE") levels across Netrality's portfolio.
  • The SLL is comprised of a $125 million initial term loan, a $145 million revolving credit facility, and a $110 million delayed draw term loan.
  • "TD Securities was pleased to support Netrality as a Sustainability Structuring Agent on the sustainability-linked credit facility.
  • Andrew Weisberg, Kerrick Seay, and Chiara Eramo of White & Case LLP, represented Netrality Data Centers in the transaction.

SG Analytics Welcomes Martina Macpherson to Advisory Board, Supporting its Vision of Transformative Growth in Sustainable Finance

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023
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SG Analytics, a globally renowned Insights and Analytics powerhouse, proudly announces the appointment of Martina Macpherson to its distinguished Advisory Board.

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  • SG Analytics, a globally renowned Insights and Analytics powerhouse, proudly announces the appointment of Martina Macpherson to its distinguished Advisory Board.
  • In a move that promises to reshape the ESG landscape, Martina will play a pivotal role in supporting SGA's global vision for leadership in sustainable finance.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231108963406/en/
    Martina Macpherson Joins SG Analytics as an Advisory Board Member (Photo: Business Wire)
    Martina Macpherson brings over two decades of expertise in the realm of sustainable finance, earning accolades as an ESG luminary, researcher, innovator, and entrepreneur.
  • Her dedication to sustainable finance and leadership led to her recognition as one of the 'Top 50 Women in Finance' by the World Finance Forum (WFF) in 2022.

1PointFive and TD Announce One of the Finance Industry’s Largest Purchases of Direct Air Capture Carbon Removal Credits

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
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HOUSTON and TORONTO, Nov. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 1PointFive, a carbon capture, utilization and sequestration company, and TD Bank Group (TD), today announced a purchase of carbon dioxide removal (CDR) credits from STRATOS – 1PointFive’s first Direct Air Capture (DAC) plant currently under construction in Texas.

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  • HOUSTON and TORONTO, Nov. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 1PointFive, a carbon capture, utilization and sequestration company, and TD Bank Group (TD), today announced a purchase of carbon dioxide removal (CDR) credits from STRATOS – 1PointFive’s first Direct Air Capture (DAC) plant currently under construction in Texas.
  • This represents one of the largest purchases of DAC CDR credits by a financial institution and demonstrates TD's continuing strategic focus on energy transition.
  • 1PointFive’s CDR credits are expected to provide a practical and high integrity solution for organizations to address their emissions.
  • In addition, TD intends to use a portion of the credits from this transaction to offset its own operational emissions.

1PointFive and TD Announce One of the Finance Industry's Largest Purchases of Direct Air Capture Carbon Removal Credits

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
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HOUSTON and TORONTO, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - 1PointFive, a carbon capture, utilization and sequestration company, and TD Bank Group (TD), today announced a purchase of carbon dioxide removal (CDR) credits from STRATOS – 1PointFive's first Direct Air Capture (DAC) plant currently under construction in Texas.

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  • HOUSTON and TORONTO, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - 1PointFive, a carbon capture, utilization and sequestration company, and TD Bank Group (TD), today announced a purchase of carbon dioxide removal (CDR) credits from STRATOS – 1PointFive's first Direct Air Capture (DAC) plant currently under construction in Texas.
  • This represents one of the largest purchases of DAC CDR credits by a financial institution and demonstrates TD's continuing strategic focus on energy transition.
  • 1PointFive is progressing the development of Carbon Engineering's Direct Air Capture technology, alongside other decarbonization solutions, at an industrial scale to help organizations achieve their net-zero goals.
  • "Carbon removal credits from Direct Air Capture will be measurable, transparent and durable, with the goal of providing a solution for organizations to address their emissions."

Businesses Worldwide Grappling with ESG Reporting Complexity, According to New Survey by Workiva

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023
Legal, Software, Finance, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Accounting, Professional Services, Technology, Business, Senior, PwC, Head, London Business School, Workiva, Organization, Alex Edmans, Knowledge, ESG, ESG Solutions, NYSE, Nursing, Management, Growth

According to the 2023 Global ESG Practitioner Survey , commissioned by Workiva Inc. (NYSE: WK), 71% of ESG practitioners surveyed say three or more internal teams contribute to ESG reporting within their organizations.

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  • According to the 2023 Global ESG Practitioner Survey , commissioned by Workiva Inc. (NYSE: WK), 71% of ESG practitioners surveyed say three or more internal teams contribute to ESG reporting within their organizations.
  • The 2023 Global ESG Practitioner Survey polled more than 900 professionals with knowledge of ESG reporting at their respective organizations.
  • The survey was developed with Alex Edmans, Professor of Finance at London Business School, and builds upon Workiva’s 2022 Global ESG Practitioner Survey , which explored challenges and opportunities in ESG reporting.
  • Despite this disconnect, ESG practitioners overwhelmingly agree that there is value to be found in ESG reporting, with 90% of survey respondents stating that in the next two years having a strong ESG reporting program will give their organizations a competitive advantage.

VelocityEHS Partners with WSP to Strengthen Global ESG Integrations

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Wednesday, August 16, 2023
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CHICAGO, Aug. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- VelocityEHS ®, the global leader in enterprise EHS & ESG software solutions, announces its new partnership with WSP , one of the world's leading professional services consulting firms.

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  • CHICAGO, Aug. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- VelocityEHS ®, the global leader in enterprise EHS & ESG software solutions, announces its new partnership with WSP , one of the world's leading professional services consulting firms.
  • WSP has a global presence with over 68,000 professionals, including advisors, engineers, environmental specialists, scientists, technicians, architects and planners, in addition to other design and program management professionals.
  • And when Velocity solutions are backed by a world-class team of problem solvers like WSP, opportunities turn into competitive advantages,” said John Damgaard, CEO of VelocityEHS.
  • “Like Velocity, WSP has the global presence, personnel, and proven proprietary processes to accelerate time to value.

Nasdaq Features Orbia as an ESG Trendsetter

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Monday, July 24, 2023
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Nasdaq, an American multinational financial services corporation and the U.S. leader in stock trading by volume, has selected and profiled Orbia as an ESG Trendsetter.

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  • Nasdaq, an American multinational financial services corporation and the U.S. leader in stock trading by volume, has selected and profiled Orbia as an ESG Trendsetter.
  • “We were delighted to be recognized by Nasdaq as an ESG Trendsetter, as ESG is intrinsic to who we are,“ said Tania Rabasa Kovacs, Vice President of Sustainability at Orbia.
  • Orbia utilizes Nasdaq’s solutions, including Metrio, for ESG reporting as well as Nasdaq IR Insights to support engagement with shareholders.
  • See the Orbia ESG Trendsetter video and article here .

VelocityEHS Global ESG Solution Wins Product of the Year Award from Environment + Energy Leader

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Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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CHICAGO, July 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- VelocityEHS®, the global leader in enterprise EHS & ESG software solutions, today announced that its ESG Solution was named a Product of the Year by Environment + Energy Leader (E+E Leader).

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  • CHICAGO, July 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- VelocityEHS®, the global leader in enterprise EHS & ESG software solutions, today announced that its ESG Solution was named a Product of the Year by Environment + Energy Leader (E+E Leader).
  • The ESG Solution, part of the VelocityEHS Accelerate® Platform, empowers global enterprises to plan, build, and optimize their ESG programs and develop sustainable business strategies by streamlining data collection and reporting.
  • “This year’s entrants had to surpass an exceptionally high bar to qualify for an award,” said Co-President of E+E Leader Sarah Roberts.
  • The distinguished panel of judges recognized the VelocityEHS solution for its outstanding contributions to ESG reporting.

Workiva Strengthens its Business Reporting Platform by Integrating with CDP to Advance Customers’ ESG Programs

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Monday, May 1, 2023
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Workiva Inc. (NYSE:WK), the world’s leading cloud platform for assured integrated reporting, today announced that CDP, widely regarded as the leading disclosure system for measuring environmental impacts, has been incorporated into the Workiva platform to advance customers’ ESG programs.

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  • Workiva Inc. (NYSE:WK), the world’s leading cloud platform for assured integrated reporting, today announced that CDP, widely regarded as the leading disclosure system for measuring environmental impacts, has been incorporated into the Workiva platform to advance customers’ ESG programs.
  • "Having one single source of truth drives consistency, transparency, and auditability, which ultimately reduces costs and builds trust with stakeholders.
  • The new CDP reporting capability is an extension of our industry-leading ESG reporting solution and leverages Workiva’s unrivaled, integrated reporting platform that connects disparate data sources and supports our customers’ unique reporting needs,” said Paul Volpe, Senior Vice President of Growth and Head of ESG Solutions at Workiva.
  • Not only are organizations tasked with meeting their ESG commitments and science-based targets, leaders are making critical business decisions by evaluating both financial and ESG data together.

New ESG SaaS Solution Helping Organizations Meet Regulatory Compliance Obligations

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Thursday, April 13, 2023
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CORK, Ireland, April 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Compliance and Risks, a leading provider of regulatory intelligence and compliance solutions, has announced the launch of its new enterprise SaaS ESG solution. The solution is designed to help companies achieve ESG compliance and manage the associated risks and opportunities.

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  • With the launch of Compliance and Risks' new ESG solution, companies can now efficiently achieve their ESG compliance goals, resulting in a competitive edge in their respective industries.
  • CORK, Ireland, April 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Compliance and Risks, a leading provider of regulatory intelligence and compliance solutions, has announced the launch of its new enterprise SaaS ESG solution.
  • The solution is designed to help companies achieve ESG compliance and manage the associated risks and opportunities.
  • Compliance and Risks' new ESG solution provides companies with the tools they need to navigate the complex landscape of ESG regulations and reporting requirements.