Three ways firms can enhance net zero voting policies
IIGCC issues three core principles for asset managers and owners to develop net zero voting polices in latest guidance
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ESG changed my mind on…how commitment to sustainability evolves
In this new series, industry figures reflect on the ever-changing world of ESG
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Political divide dominates Congress’ ESG hearings
ESG Clarity’s summary of what Congress’ ESG hearings mean for asset managers
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Voting transparency pushes progress but too few ESG resolutions backed
ShareAction’s fourth report assessing asset manager voting reveals factors limiting impact
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Vanguard exit has lawyers mapping out Wall Street’s top ESG risk
A bigger problem than Republican attacks is the legal risk of ignoring climate change, lawyers say
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Vanguard exits Net Zero Asset Managers initiative
Firm states confusion around net-zero approach of index fund providers
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Vanguard jumps ship at net-zero initiative
The company, like other large asset managers, has faced pressure from conservatives over ESG stances
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US funds have larger carbon footprints than European peers
American firms are also committing lower initial percentages of AUM to net zero
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US fund groups have larger carbon footprints than European peers
American firms also committing lower initial percentage of AUM to net zero
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HSBC AM to ‘walk away’ from heavy emitters in coal phase-out
Firm to have moved out of coal globally by 2040
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RLAM Q&A: Net-zero initiatives need a clear message for policymakers
Head of engagement says lack of data, inconsistent modelling and uncertain policy remain challenges to decarbonising
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Asset managers publish interim net-zero targets
NGOs say allowing targets to be set on a subset of AUM is roadblock to halving emissions by 2030.