ESG Investor
A sister publication of Regulation Asia, ESG Investor covers the integration of ESG factors into the investment processes and strategies of asset owners globally.
Articles by ESG Investor
Reporting & Disclosures
ESMA Under Pressure on ESG Fund Labelling Rules
27/01/2023
European financial regulator faces up to criticisms of its plans for ESG label rules, with concerns focusing on the EU’s SFDR.
Sustainable Finance
SEC Complaint Lodged Against SLB For Misleading Claims
23/01/2023
A whistleblower complaint has been filed to the US SEC calling for an investigation sustainability-linked bonds issued by Brazilian meat giant JBS.
Reporting & Disclosures
ISSB “Straying” from Core Purpose with Scope 3 Inclusion
20/01/2023
Despite investors calling for disclosure of all emissions, there are concerns the board is reaching beyond its remit.
Sustainable Finance
EU Commission Launches Net Zero Industry Act
19/01/2023
The act aims to increase funding for clean energy technologies across EU member states, including through a new European Sovereignty Fund.
Sustainable Finance
Taskforce Introduces Framework to Mobilise Investment Capital
18/01/2023
The framework aims to ensure investors are not simply disinvesting from more difficult sectors, particularly in emerging economies.
Reporting & Disclosures
IAASB Begins Work on Global Standards for ESG Assurance
16/01/2023
New globally accepted standards aim to improve investor confidence and “reduce the risk of material misstatements”.
Sustainable Finance
Companies Rally Behind Carbon Credits, Survey Finds
15/01/2023
A survey of more than 500 medium to large businesses across the US, UK and Europe found that 89% of companies view carbon credits as a valuable tool to mitigate CO2 emissions.
Reporting & Disclosures
Increase in Global Adoption of ESG Metrics in Executive Pay
11/01/2023
Last year saw continued growth in the global adoption of ESG metrics in executive incentive plans, according to a Willis Tower Watson report.
Reporting & Disclosures
Nature is Integral to Sustainability Reporting – ISSB
20/12/2022
ISSB disclosure rules will reflect the connection between climate and nature, Chair Emmanuel Faber said at COP15 on Finance and Biodiversity Day.
Nature & Biodiversity
Weak Environmental Crimes Law a Risk to Investors
19/12/2022
European Council’s position on the revised Environmental Crime Directive will damage portfolios as well as the environment, says WWF.
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