In the latest ESG news roundup, China is making significant moves towards carbon neutrality by expanding its carbon trading market to include the steel, cement, and aluminium smelting industries. This expansion aims to cover 60% of the country's emissions and obligates 1,500 firms to address their carbon footprint. Meanwhile, Airbus remains steadfast in its commitment to hydrogen-powered aircraft, unveiling new concepts and an updated roadmap at the Aircraft Summit 2025 despite project delays. On the legal front, UBS, UniCredit, and Nomura face consequences as the EU upholds €371 million in fines for antitrust violations, highlighting the significance of ESG compliance within the financial sector. Finally, Japan introduces turquoise hydrogen as a clean and cost-effective energy source that uses methane pyrolysis technology to reduce carbon emissions. Ebara, a Japanese industrial machinery maker, aims to commercialize this technology by 2026, positioning Japan as a leader in clean energy innovation.