07/26/2022
Schroders: Sustainable Investment Report Q2 2022
Read about our latest engagement and voting activity, updates to our proprietary sustainability tool - SustainEx - on how we apply ESG considerations to sovereigns, and more.
Planet SOS
07/25/2022
Why climate leaders could offer investors lower risks
Companies who are already reducing their emissions should prove lower risk investments as the pace of regulation picks up.
07/20/2022
Artorius announces the engagement of Rupert Edwards as Specialist Environmental Advisor
He also works as an advisor to the New York based Environmental Defense Fund and has previously acted as a consultant to the World Bank and Vivid Economics.
07/19/2022
“Greenwashing” – does your investment really do what it says on the tin?
Regulatory concern about greenwashing is clear.
07/19/2022
Robeco launches equities strategy focusing on net-zero transition with real-world impact
RobecoSAM Net Zero 2050 Climate Equities uses a dedicated climate transition benchmark
07/18/2022
Mediolanum expands ESG offering with two new thematic funds
Asset manager hands over strategies to Schroders, KBIGI and Pictet as part of its multi-manager approach.
07/15/2022
BNP Paribas client offering and longstanding net-zero transition support recognised internationally
The trusted relationships the Group has built with clients across all its businesses, its investments in technology and innovation
07/14/2022
BNP Paribas and EDF ENR partner on first renewable project bond as a digital asset
Solar–based electricity production is the leading energy transition segment, with several trillions of financing needs in the near future.
07/12/2022
Improving the energy efficiency of UBP’s buildings
The energy consumed in buildings is responsible for about 30% of the CO2 in the atmosphere.
07/06/2022
Commerz Real, Ingka Group and KGAL acquire the remaining 20 percent of the Veja Mate wind farm from Siemens Financial Services
Since commissioning in 2017, a total of 67 wind turbines have been generating sustainable electricity to supply 450,000 households and, according to the operators, avoid around 950,000 tons of carbon dioxide emissions annually.
07/06/2022
Morningstar IM's Coop: Cooling of ESG euphoria presents an opportunity for investors
‘Naive’ initial stage of ESG is over
07/06/2022
abrdn introduces 'MyFolio Sustainable Index' range
Extends MyFolio franchise
07/05/2022
LGIM launches Net Zero Global Corporate Bond Fund
Driven by increased client demand for climate aware solutions, the L&G Net Zero Global Corporate Bond Fund is an active strategy that aims to deliver long-term returns, net zero carbon emissions and improved ESG outcomes.
07/05/2022
Aviva adds to ESG profiling tool
One key piece of feedback received from advisers using the Profiling tool was that it would benefit from being able to generate a client report, for advisers to share with their clients.
07/04/2022
Capturing plastic waste – opportunity not landfill
Finance has a central role to play in making the industry sustainable, and while innovations in plastic production and recycling often grab the headlines, investment must be focussed too on infrastructure.
07/01/2022
ESG fund launches in doubt as anti-greenwash rules hit industry
Despite the absence of clear rules, lawyers advising ESG fund managers have warned that regulators seem to be preparing for a wider crackdown.
06/30/2022
Lombard Odier wins award for sustainable technology
The annual PWM WealthTech Awards are organised by the Financial Times Group, and these awards celebrate the companies that are defining the wealth management digital landscape.
06/28/2022
European fund managers set to go all in on ESG - survey
Against that backdrop, almost 72% of European asset managers were willing to halt all non-ESG product launches, with more than 60% planning to do so by the end of 2024
06/28/2022
Why Sainsbury’s’ AGM is a pivotal moment for ESG
Some investors want the supermarket to become Living Wage-accredited.
06/28/2022
BNP Paribas and ADGM explore key areas of climate action in the lead to COP28 with UAE business leaders
BNP Paribas & ADGM release white paper following roundtable discussion with business leaders in the UAE