Corporates’ fear of failing on sustainability targets means bar is set low
Comes as investor and regulatory pressure for credible transition plans grows
Regulation
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ESG funds outperformed traditional funds and ETFs in 2023
‘ESG continues to grow and remain relevant, despite the recent backlash’ according to IEEFA report
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CCLA leads investor letter to Amazon expressing concerns over workers’ rights
‘The clock is ticking and it is time for Amazon to set the record straight’
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FCA called to investigate greenwashing at UK high street banks
In light of the FCA’s new anti-greenwashing rule and guidance
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City Week 2024: Regulatory convergence, adaptation planning and COP29
A lot of discussion surrounded the convergence of different global regulations and reporting metrics
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120 investors sign PRI statement calling for ISSB adoption
Over 40% of global listed companies do not disclose their operational carbon emissions
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Supportive policy and regulation could boost UK sustainable finance by £100bn AUM
UKSIF report warns the UK’s position as a world leader in green finance is under threat
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Q&A with Morrison Foerster’s Silva: It could take years before SEC’s climate regulation is back on track
Fredo Silva says the SEC’s reputation would have been damaged ‘no matter what they did’
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Will the FCA’s anti-greenwashing rule be enough to rebuild trust in sustainable investing?
Early signs are the rule will change behaviour, according to the AIC’s Nick Britton
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Pollination Q&A: Deforestation targets ‘must be made a priority’
Dr. Carter Ingram answers PA Future’s questions on frameworks, collaboration and education for Earth Day
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Orchard Street appoints head of responsibility and ESG
To deliver measurable social and environmental impact within its Impact fund
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BNP Paribas launches energy opportunities fund
To address the key ‘meta’ investment themes of the future