European Parliament approves CSDDD in ‘major political breakthrough’
‘A crucial step to holding companies accountable for their negative impacts on people and the planet’
Due Dilligence
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EU members approve delayed CSDDD legislation after compromise
‘An important puzzle piece to the ESG challenges facing large companies around the world’
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Engagement: ‘Be clear about what you can achieve’
Claudia Wearmouth, Columbia Threadneedle global head of responsible investment, discusses managing expectations when it comes to engagement
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EU missed opportunity for ‘transformative change’ as financial firms excluded from CSDDD
Industry reacts to conclusion of political negotiations on the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive
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CCLA reveals companies leading on modern slavery
Latest annual benchmark finds financial companies are lagging
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EU adopts due diligence directive in ‘gamechanger’ for finance
Rules on investor due diligence in final text voted for in parliament yesterday
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Why does ESG matter when raising funds?
LP investors are increasingly scrutinous
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Amati CEO: ‘I don’t want to make money out of other people’s blood’
Paul Jourdan explains the firm’s approach to human rights
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Human rights failings from ICT sector ‘red flag’ for investors
KnowTheChain finds most companies in the sector are not conducting adequate due diligence on forced labour
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German supply chain law ‘causing a stir’ with investors
From 1 January 2023 businesses must take responsibility for ESG risks in their supply chains
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Extra due diligence needed for synthetic ESG ETFs
The current collateral held by the ETF might not meet the expectations of investors
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Funds must show how they meet their ESG objectives
Square Mile’s Mercer says selectors should scrutinise aims, request evidence and case studies, and receive updates