Global Energy Investment Projected to Reach Record $3.3 Trillion by 2025 as Clean Technologies Lead the Way

Global Energy Investment Set to Reach Record $3.3 Trillion by 2025

Global energy investment is on track to hit a remarkable $3.3 trillion by 2025, with clean technologies spearheading this growth. However, significant challenges remain, particularly in grid infrastructure and achieving regional equity.

**Institutional Investors Remain Committed to Sustainable Investments**

A recent survey by BNP Paribas reveals that institutional investors are steadfast in their commitment to sustainable investments. The 2025 ESG survey indicates a notable shift towards thematic and impact-driven strategies in response to evolving political and regulatory landscapes.

**AI Analysis Uncovers Greenwashing in Corporate Sustainability**

The rise of sustainability trends in the business sector is largely attributed to the increasing emphasis on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria. While this trend encourages companies to assess their environmental impact and governance practices, it has also led some businesses to exploit marketing tactics to enhance their reputations, raising concerns about greenwashing.

**NARIA Framework: A National Approach to Biodiversity Policy**

CreditNature is urging governments to adopt the NARIA framework, which aims to pioneer high-integrity nature markets and promote global biodiversity actions.

**UK Government Faces Criticism over Nature Protection Commitments**

The Wildlife Trusts and the RSPB have criticized Part 3 of the Labour’s Planning and Infrastructure Bill. They argue that it could jeopardize the UK’s biodiversity goals by weakening protections for essential natural habitats.

**WHO Pandemic Agreement: A Milestone for Global Health Security**

In a significant advancement for global health, 124 WHO member states have adopted a new Pandemic Agreement. This historic accord aims to prevent future outbreaks and ensure equitable access to vital health resources.

**Oxford Researchers Develop Comprehensive Global River Map**

Researchers at Oxford have created an unprecedented global river map designed to enhance flood preparedness and response in the context of climate change.

**Europe’s Electricity Grid Impedes Renewable Energy Growth**

A recent report warns that Europe’s transition to clean energy is being hindered by an outdated power grid system, which is struggling to keep pace with the rapid expansion of renewable sources.

**Green Alliance Urges UK to Act on Methane Emissions**

The Green Alliance has released a report calling for the UK government to urgently intensify its methane reduction efforts. They stress that immediate and bold actions are crucial to mitigate global warming and avert climate tipping points.

**Nature Finance Forum Europe: Key Insights**

The inaugural Nature Finance Forum Europe marked a significant shift in the financial sector, bringing together leaders to integrate nature into economic decision-making and mobilize capital for a nature-positive future.

**UK and Norway Forge Green Energy Partnership**

The UK and Norway have established a new partnership aimed at accelerating clean energy development in the North Sea, balancing climate ambitions with economic challenges.

**Ørsted Pauses Hornsea 4 Wind Farm Plans**

Ørsted’s decision to halt the development of the Hornsea 4 offshore wind project raises concerns about the economic pressures affecting the UK’s renewable energy initiatives.

**UK Environmental Watchdog Raises Alarm Over Planning Bill**

The UK’s environmental watchdog has expressed concerns regarding the Planning and Infrastructure Bill, warning that proposed amendments may weaken nature protections and hinder biodiversity objectives.

**Sustainable Finance Forum in Paris**

Earlier this week in Paris, Climate Action, in collaboration with UNEP FI, convened the nature and sustainable finance community for two dynamic days of discussions, insights, and collaboration.

**New $50 Million Bond Supports Indigenous-Led Amazon Conservation**

A groundbreaking $50 million outcome bond has been launched to align climate finance with Indigenous-led conservation efforts in the Amazon. This initiative is a partnership between Everland and BNP Paribas.

**Dave Bircher Highlights the Importance of Local Knowledge for Resilience**

In anticipation of the Nature Finance Forum Europe, Dave Bircher, Director of Growth at WeForest, emphasized the critical role of local knowledge and leadership in achieving resilient outcomes.

**Addressing Climate Change Risks**

Climate change poses an escalating risk to the global economy, threatening long-term prosperity and exposing vulnerabilities in the financial system. While there is growing recognition of nature-related dependencies, significant steps are still needed to incorporate natural considerations into financial frameworks.

**Energy Security and the Green Transition: Can Both Coexist?**

As Earth Day 2025 approaches, a pressing question emerges: can we enhance climate action without compromising energy security, or are we misframing the issue?

**Landscape Approaches for Nature Restoration**

New landscape approaches are redefining how we finance and implement nature restoration, promoting collaboration with the interconnected systems of nature to create large-scale, bankable solutions that benefit society, the planet, and profit.

**Insights on the Biodiversity Net Gain Compliance Market**

The launch of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) represents a significant transformation in the British planning system. This new legal requirement, which aims to ensure that development leaves nature in a better state, is already producing positive outcomes. With greater ambition, it holds the potential to be truly transformative for biodiversity, as demonstrated by The Wildlife Trusts’ engagement in this initiative.