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Abrdn launches absolute return ESG fund

It is managed by Katy Forbes, Gerry Fowler and Catie Wearmouth of the multi-asset solutions team and charges 1.35 per cent a year for retail investors.

The single biggest economic transformation is underway. An interview with our Senior Managing Partner, Hubert Keller

Basic economics shows that our environment has a value but we have failed to put a price on using it.

J. P. Morgan is counting on a bright future

The need for businesses to embrace Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) issues has never been greater.

Hogan Lovells continues ESG collaborations by partnering with GenderSmart's JEDI Initiative

Its mission is aligned with Hogan Lovells commitment to Diversity & Inclusion and Responsible Business, a strategic priority for the firm.

Climate change: the time for talk is over

Over the course of the summer, we witnessed yet more ‘once in a lifetime’ climatic events that are unfortunately becoming our new norm.

Does Coutts’ B-Corp status signal a more sustainable future for the financial sector?

The financial services industry has started to play its part in mitigating the climate crisis, but experts believe that it can go much further – and faster

EBRD, EU and GCF support green investments in Morocco

The financing, of which a total of €18.75 million will be provided by the EBRD and €6.25 million by the GCF

Macfarlanes supports launch of Octopus Investments’ first sustainable fund operated by FundRock Partners

The fund will strive to back innovative firms whose activities align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals whilst also aiming to deliver long-term growth.

City still divided over the benefits of the green investment boom

Green bond issues have simply replaced brown ones.

What makes a SPECTRUM issuer?

AIM’s three-stage investment process begins with verification.

ESG in the UK: A shift to mandatory corporate responsibility?

This article explores the legislative push towards corporate accountability for ESG issues.

Green bonds: financing the future, but at a higher cost?

Issued by both corporate and governmental entities, green bonds are what is known as ‘use-of-proceeds’ bonds.

More investors adopt ESG as an investment factor

This year, 78% of the factor investors who were surveyed indicated they incorporated ESG in their factor allocations.

A Journey and a Race: Helping Build a Net Zero Economy

We’ve pledged to become net zero for carbon emissions by 2050.

Environmental impact assessment can be automated in digital planning

The prospect of automating the EIAs process comes as developers are set to face new requirements around biodiversity arising from the new Environment Bill, which is currently progressing through the UK parliament.

How financial services can use ESG initiatives to help build a brighter future for all

Emphasis on thinking beyond ESG silos and leaning in on economic and societal developments

EBRD, EU and GCF support climate mitigation and adaptation in Morocco

The EU considers this package to be a concrete help for companies to find and finance the solutions that are best suited to their transition to the green economy in Morocco.

CMA calls time on greenwashing with Green Claims Code

The Green Claims Code follows an investigation which found that 40% of green claims made online could be misleading and therefore fall foul of consumer legislation on misleading advertising, such as the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations.

A first for Guernsey’s insurance ESG framework

This announcement of the first accredited entity under the framework is a testament to our ambition to position ourselves at the forefront of ESG standards.

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