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Exercised by Blue Monday? There are better uses of your energy
January 15, 2021
The future of the energy sector was under scrutiny this week, while biodiversity received some much-needed attention in Paris.
Is Brexit Green?
January 13, 2021
The UK will take a different path from Europe on the regulation of sustainable investments but the extent of divergence is far from clear.
Are You Ready for 2021’s ESG Regulatory and Legislative Changes?
January 13, 2021
Key developments in 2021 are going to drastically impact the ESG investing space.
The ESG Interview: Illuminating the ESG Investing Universe
January 13, 2021
Chris Fidler, Senior Director for Global Industry Standards, outlines the CFA Institute’s plans to ease due diligence efforts of asset owners.

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New Blueprint Emphasises Investor Dialogue at Virtual AGMs
January 18, 2021
With Covid-19 forcing AGMs behind closed doors, ShareAction outlines framework to safeguard investor engagement.
Less Than Half of ESG ETFs Align with UN SDGs
January 18, 2021
UNCTAD-backed ESG Observatory aims to help investors map passive investments against SDGs.
This Week’s Tech and Tool News: Bloomberg, DiginexESG, IQ-EQ, MioTech and More
January 15, 2021
ESG Investor’s weekly round-up of news on technology and tools in the sustainable investing sector.
This Week’s Fund News: Invesco, Nature Capital Investment Alliance, Assenagon, OnePlanetCapital and More
January 15, 2021
ESG Investor’s weekly round-up of new funds designed to meet sustainable investing criteria.
This Week’s People Moves: Aviva Investors, Cardano, NN IP, Aegon, Oddo BHF and More
January 15, 2021
ESG Investor’s weekly round-up of new hires in the sustainable investing sector.
Major Asset Owners Set Ambitious Five-Year Decarbonisation Targets
January 15, 2021
Committing to 16-29% reductions, asset owners will “actively engage” to reduce carbon emissions across industry sectors.
PLSA and IA Join Forces to Improve UK Pension Fund Stewardship
January 14, 2021
Steering group aims to improve understanding between asset owners and investment managers.
Group of Five Urges Adoption of Sustainability Reporting Prototype
January 12, 2021
Harmonised global sustainability reporting framework offers comprehensive “running start” in standardised disclosure.
IFRS Should Incorporate Double Materiality Within Global ESG Reporting Standard
January 12, 2021
Disclosures need to go beyond climate-related data, outlining impact on society and environment, says DWS.
Institutional Investors Call for “Credible” HSBC Plan to Reduce Fossil Fuel Exposure
January 11, 2021
Resolution coordinated by ShareAction asks HSBC to publish strategy for aligning with Paris climate goals.

Fund Solutions

Less Than Half of ESG ETFs Align with UN SDGs
January 18, 2021
UNCTAD-backed ESG Observatory aims to help investors map passive investments against SDGs.
This Week’s Fund News: Invesco, Nature Capital Investment Alliance, Assenagon, OnePlanetCapital and More
January 15, 2021
ESG Investor’s weekly round-up of new funds designed to meet sustainable investing criteria.
Asia-Pacific Investors Look to Increase ESG Appetite – Cerulli
December 23, 2020
China’s ESG integration remains cautious as Australia, Hong Kong and Singapore look at ESG risks and opportunities.
Investable Green Economy Just 5% of Global Equity Market – FTSE Russell
December 18, 2020
Energy management is largest sector, representing one third of total green economy.

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Regulation / Standards

PLSA and IA Join Forces to Improve UK Pension Fund Stewardship
January 14, 2021
Steering group aims to improve understanding between asset owners and investment managers.
Is Brexit Green?
January 13, 2021
The UK will take a different path from Europe on the regulation of sustainable investments but the extent of divergence is far from clear.
Are You Ready for 2021’s ESG Regulatory and Legislative Changes?
January 13, 2021
Key developments in 2021 are going to drastically impact the ESG investing space.
The ESG Interview: Illuminating the ESG Investing Universe
January 13, 2021
Chris Fidler, Senior Director for Global Industry Standards, outlines the CFA Institute’s plans to ease due diligence efforts of asset owners.

Europe

Is Brexit Green?
January 13, 2021
The UK will take a different path from Europe on the regulation of sustainable investments but the extent of divergence is far from clear.
Institutional Investors Call for “Credible” HSBC Plan to Reduce Fossil Fuel Exposure
January 11, 2021
Resolution coordinated by ShareAction asks HSBC to publish strategy for aligning with Paris climate goals.
The ESG Interview: Reducing Emissions Throughout the Product Lifecycle
December 23, 2020
Rockwool Group Sustainability Officer Anthony Abbotts explains how the insulation producer expects to meet its science-based targets and the evolving expectations of investors.

North America

US Democratic Majority Gives Biden More Room for Green Ambitions
January 7, 2021
Clean sweep paves way for “lasting legacy” on sustainability and diversity, including escalation on renewables.
ESG Index Construction Key to Maximising ETF Returns – Sage
December 11, 2020
Exchange-traded funds (ETF) investors need to pay attention to index and third-party ESG data providers.
PRI Calls for US President-Elect Biden to Consider Carbon Pricing
December 3, 2020
The US needs to decarbonise power and energy by 2035 and implement national carbon price, says PRI.
ISS Reveals 78% of Asset Owners Engage with Corporates on ESG Issues
November 26, 2020
Stewardship survey showed asset owners intend to adopt ‘hands-on’ approach – bringing ESG assessments in-house.
Recovery Must be Sustainable and Inclusive, Insist Canadian Pension Funds
November 26, 2020
Eight CEOs demand greater transparency from companies to enable investor insight.

Asia-Pacific

China Issues Final Rules Governing National Carbon Market
January 8, 2021
Provincial authorities to set carbon emissions caps for first time; also charged with verifying greenhouse gas emissions reports.
Asia-Pacific Investors Look to Increase ESG Appetite – Cerulli
December 23, 2020
China’s ESG integration remains cautious as Australia, Hong Kong and Singapore look at ESG risks and opportunities.
China to Ease Access to Domestic Green Finance Market
December 11, 2020
PBOC to enhance green finance standards, and explore introduction of mandatory reporting of environmental risks.
Net-zero 2040 Portfolio Ambition Unveiled by Macquarie Asset Management
December 10, 2020
Australian manager aims to have net-zero plans in place for alternative portfolios by 2022.
Asset Managers and Insurers Must Embed Environmental Risk Processes – MAS
December 9, 2020
Guidelines call for increased engagement with stakeholders, stress testing and risk disclosures.

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