Despite a late pullback from expected commitments to mandatory social reporting requirements, the new agreement could potentially drive private sector support for SDGs.
Examples of best practice by corporates are becoming more frequent, although indirect influence continues to fly under the radar.
Panellists at the ICGN stewardship forum call for more transition-focused action from companies and targeted engagement by investors.
ESG is an increasing factor in deal flow and value creation, but regional variations persist across markets.
With the timeline now confirmed, investors are nevertheless being advised to stand ready for implementation.
Net Zero Asset Owner Alliance marks five years of decarbonisation progress with call for systemic interventions from governments.
US pension fund’s selection of ESG-tilted Nordea fund to manage US$450 million of equity investments highlights integration and engagement priorities.
Investors admit that challenges with ESG data remain, but quality is rapidly improving as regulation advances.
Investing in reformed consumption and production could be five times more profitable than in renewables, but Scope 3 reporting remains a struggle.
Increased investment and reframing of sector risk assessments will aid transition to a more sustainable global food system.
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