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We examine how a wave of decarbonisation-friendly legislation is boosting infrastructure investment in the region.
Infrastructure is not immune to Trump’s policy decisions, but the tailwinds driving demand are stronger than any economic or political cycle, says Barings’ Orhan Sarayli.
A stop-work order from the BOEM halted construction of Empire Wind 1 and marked an important escalation in the Trump administration’s crusade against wind energy development.
New rules established as a result of FERC’s rulemaking process for PJM – a region that includes Northern Virginia – could have implications for co-located data centres across the US.
The UK pension scheme insurer is happy to partner with GPs, wary of renewables and digs deep for opportunities in a competitive market.
As infrastructure investors explore new sectors and regions, the number of red flags they need to look out for during their due diligence will inevitably increase.
Rows over the purpose and conduct of superannuation funds in Australia have existed for as long as the current system has – and recent actions by the treasurer risk opening a new front.
APRA will soon publish a review into how superfunds value unlisted assets, with ASIC supporting the work as it considers systemic risk to the wider financial system.
More attention is being paid to the carbon emitted during an asset’s construction. But reporting issues are still holding back these efforts
Supportive regulation is good for the health of the sustainable infrastructure ecosystem and makes it easier for private equity players to step in, says Infracapital’s Alexia Savva.