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ESG / Sustainability
Japan FSA Forms Subcommittee to Address ESG Data Issues
By Editors | 07/02/2022
The subcommittee was formed to formalise discussions with ESG rating and data providers on addressing issues relating to data quality and reliability.
ESG / Sustainability
PRI Calls for ISSB Prototype to go Further on Materiality
By ESG Investor | 07/02/2022
The PRI also recommends improvements with regard to interoperability, presentation of disclosure requirements and implementation.
ESG / Sustainability
CDSB Consolidates into IFRS Foundation to Support ISSB
By Editors | 06/02/2022
The consolidation includes the transfer of CDSB staff and core intellectual property and technical assets to support the work of the ISSB.
ESG / Sustainability
New IIGCC Net Zero Guidance for Private Equity Investors
By ESG Investor | 04/02/2022
The guidance outlines recommended scope, metrics and targets, and implementation actions investors can use when aligning PE assets with net zero ambitions.
ESG / Sustainability
ISSB Climate Standard Won’t Ignore Impact – IOSCO
By ESG Investor | 03/02/2022
Interoperability between reporting standards and across jurisdictions is key to establishing a global baseline, says IOSCO chair Ashley Alder.
ESG / Sustainability
Japan Considers Removing Quarterly Reporting Requirements
By Editors | 02/02/2022
A summary report setting out key considerations for the removal of quarterly reporting is expected to be released in the coming months.
Capital / Liquidity
APRA Commences Initiative to Modernise Prudential Architecture
By Editors | 02/02/2022
APRA says there will be a need for innovation in regulation and new rules, including to address how crypto-assets are treated for prudential purposes.
AML / KYC
Preparatory Work to Implement Basel III is Progressing: HKMA
By Editors | 01/02/2022
The HKMA will submit legislative amendments in early 2023 to implement the Basel III final reforms, which will take effect from 1 July 2023.
ESG / Sustainability
MAS to Issue New Anti-Greenwashing Rules for ESG Funds
By Manesh Samtani | 31/01/2022
Greenwashing poses a “real and present danger” to industry efforts to advance sustainability considerations in their investment processes.
ESG / Sustainability
EBA Finalises Pillar 3 Disclosure Rules for ESG Risks
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 28/01/2022
Once approved by the European Commission, EU banks will have to start making ESG disclosures in 2023, with full phase-in by June 2024.
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