Written question asked by Lord Taylor of Warwick (Non-affiliated) on Tuesday, 18 July 2023, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 1 August 2023. It was answered by Lord Callanan (Conservative) on Wednesday, 26 July 2023 on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.
Fossil Fuels: Investment
- Question
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To ask His Majesty's Government what steps they are taking to encourage investors to support (1) climate resolutions, and (2) sustainable investment practices, particularly in sectors heavily reliant on fossil fuels.
- Answer
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The 2023 Green Finance Strategy set out several actions the Government is taking to support sustainable investment practices. These include a commitment to consult on a UK Green Taxonomy later this year; setting out next steps for transition planning disclosure requirements for the largest UK companies; and providing further detail on the Government's response to using International Sustainability Standards in the UK.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- HL9469
- Session
- 2022-23
- Subjects
- Environment protection Investment Fossil fuels
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- 2023-07-26 15:37:37 +0100
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