Sustainable Investor
EMEA
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UK Urged to Move Away from Single Materiality Mindset
August 23, 2023Respondents to a call for evidence on non-financial reporting flag importance of double materiality, though references to nature are scant.
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Guidance to UK Charities a “Missed Opportunity”
August 17, 2023Trustees reassured on fiduciary duties thanks to “strong and sensible” guidance from Charity Commission.
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“Clearer Vision” Needed for UK Sustainability Disclosure Regime
August 15, 2023Government statement leaves questions unanswered on how the UK Sustainability Disclosure Standards will complement existing and upcoming reporting requirements for issuers and investors.
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USS Overhauls Approach to Scenario Analysis Amid “Significant Limitations”
August 9, 2023UK pension fund’s TCFD report outlines plans to refocus its methodologies to better identify tipping points, including more short-term focus and integration of macro factors.
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UK Taxonomy Can Learn from EU’s Mistakes
August 2, 2023Advisory group urges the government to focus on “drafting efficiency” when developing criteria, while following the science.
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African Alliance Wants Voice in Global ESG Standards
July 28, 2023Alliance plans to increase engagement with the continent’s financial sector, who it says has a critical role in Africa’s response to the climate crisis.
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Fund Managers Failing to Report EU Taxonomy Alignment
July 21, 2023New research suggests lack of alignment disclosure due to “incomplete nature” of taxonomy and “high bar” for determining sustainable activities.
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UK Pensions Reform “Catalyst” for Impact Investment
July 13, 2023Reforms to the pensions industry announced by UK Chancellor Jeremy Hunt this week raises hopes and concerns amongst pension experts.
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Bottom-up Engagement Vital for Sustainable Agriculture
July 10, 2023Just nature transition should be placed “at the heart” of UK agricultural, climate and nature policy engagement, academic report says.
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UK Recognises Investor Need for “Clarity and Consistency”
July 7, 2023More details promised on sector-specific net zero roadmaps to stimulate investment in sustainable infrastructure.
