All posts tagged "ESG"
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416EnforcementUS SEC Charges Brazil’s Vale for “Misleading” ESG Disclosures
Brazilian mining firm Vale regularly misled local governments, communities, and investors about the safety of its Brumadinho dam through its ESG disclosures.
April 29, 2022 -
408Big PictureNew Guidance for Asset Owners on UNGP Roadmap
The BSR report explains how adopting a human rights-based approach to finance can strengthen the impact of ESG practices.
April 28, 2022 -
654ChinaChina Plans to Adopt ISSB Sustainability Reporting Standards
The CSRC is currently asking A-share companies to disclose their ESG information on a voluntary basis, but in time they will be required to adopt international standards.
April 27, 2022 -
692ESG / SustainabilityMalaysia to Enhance Governance at State-backed Investment Firms
Among other things, the PGG recommends that female directors comprise a minimum 30 percent of a GLIC's board.
April 25, 2022 -
416ESG / SustainabilityUK FCA Finalises Rules on Board Diversity Disclosure, Targets
At least 40 percent of the board, and at least one senior position, should be held by women. Disclosures requirements apply for accounting periods starting 1 April 2022.
April 22, 2022 -
473ChinaCSRC Finalises New Rules on Investor Relations Management
The guidelines require listed companies to enhance their investor relations practices, including by providing more ESG information in communications.
April 21, 2022 -
318Asia-PacificBangladesh Bank Issues Revised CSR Reporting Form
The new reporting form introduces a requirement to disclose whether banks and NBFIs are using external agencies, foundations or other third parties to conduct their CSR activities.
April 14, 2022 -
476ESG / SustainabilityEuropean Commission Consults on ESG Ratings Market
The consultation will feed into an impact assessment being prepared this year to evaluate whether a policy initiative on ESG ratings is needed.
April 14, 2022 -
572ESG / SustainabilitySGX Set to List First ETF Based on New Low Carbon Index
The ETF will allow investors to buy just one unit at a time, a feature aimed at attracting investment from younger and newer investors.
April 13, 2022 -
323Australia & NZSmaller Super Funds Face Bigger Sustainability Challenges: APRA
On the whole, assets in small and medium sized super funds are declining. Large super funds can more easily spread their costs over a wider membership base.
April 11, 2022
