Downing’s Lewis: ‘My biggest challenge is to prove ESG makes money’
Lewis discusses an abundance of ESG opportunities within private markets, enforcing COP29 commitments and nature as a ‘mega-trend’
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Future of COP called into question as COP29 is blasted as a ‘farce’
‘Fundamental questions about COP’s long-term role remain’, according to commentators
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European Parliament delays deforestation regulation for one year
‘Disappointment’ as traders pushed for delay
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EU green lights ESG ratings regulation for 2026
The UK is also bringing forward ESG ratings regulation
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Dr Samuel Sinclair: Getting the world’s biggest companies ready for biodiversity disclosure
CSRD will require firms to report on biodiversity by 2025/6
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Open letter calls on EU to boost investment plan for green transition
Almost 50 businesses and associations are calling for Commissioner Delegates to prioritise the net-zero transition
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What to expect in SFDR overhaul
Simplicity and precision should be the highest priorities, says CFA Institute’s Chris Fidler
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Asset managers still grappling with communications as anti-greenwashing deadline looms
UKSIF and PwC report flags concerns around SDR definitions, increasing regional divergence and threshold clarity ahead of first deadline
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European Parliament approves CSDDD in ‘major political breakthrough’
‘A crucial step to holding companies accountable for their negative impacts on people and the planet’
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Fidelity International announces Article 9 real estate logistics fund
Second real estate climate impact fund launched by Fidelity
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‘Convenience comes at a cost’: Navigating the green bond landscape
Investors should avoid being drawn into investing in labels that are merely ‘a marketing tool’
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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’