European financial regulator faces up to criticisms of its plans for ESG label rules, with concerns focusing on the EU's Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR).
Industry calls for clarity over terminology and exclusion of fossil fuels.
Asset managers are exercising greater caution by downgrading their Article 9 funds in lieu of clear guidance.
Eight principles for workplace reporting seek to avoid “negative impact” on the bottom line of investee companies.
Council’s position on revised directive will damage portfolios as well as environment, says WWF.
Gaps and inconsistencies found in banks’ climate policies, while nature risks and governance “not a board priority”.
Plans to introduce minimum investment thresholds could create two-tier Article 8 classification.
Emma Johnson, Partner at law firm Ashurst, explains the implications of European states’ planned withdrawal for energy investors.
Compromises may see value chains and finance sub-sectors excluded from human rights and environmental responsibilities.
Following MEP backing for CSRD, disclosure requirements for the largest companies will go live from 2024.
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