Sustainable Investor
Regulation
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Leadership Not Incentivised to Tackle Climate Risks
November 13, 202078% of executives across surveyed sectors worry climate risk could lose them their jobs over next five years.
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OECD and UNDP Launch Plan to Align Global Finance with SDG Goals
November 13, 2020New framework aims to leverage US$2.5 trillion annually to meet 2030 target for Sustainable Development Goals.
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UK TCFD Taskforce Unveils Five-Year Plan for Mandatory Climate-Related Disclosures
November 12, 2020Roadmap outlines staggered compliance timetable for UK asset owners and financial institutions.
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Report Calls for Action on Voting Impasse Between Asset Owners and Fund Managers
November 11, 2020Barriers to split voting not “insurmountable”, says UK trustee body, but voting system no longer “fit for purpose”.
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Investment Opportunities and Rule Reversals Expected in Biden Presidency
November 10, 2020New US administration could accelerate renewables investment, whilst building ESG investing framework.
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Aviva Life CEO Says Disclosure is “Not Enough” to Encourage Investment
November 9, 2020Companies challenged to deliver “tangible evidence”; FCA and BoE outline strategies ahead of COP26 at Green Horizon Summit.
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Carney Issues Challenge to Investors on Climate Alignment
November 9, 2020Industry discussion is needed on portfolio metrics ahead of COP26, argues ex-BoE governor.
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SEC Amendments Not in Best Interests of Shareholders, US Academic Cautions
November 6, 2020Although institutional investors often support votes to challenge company policy, it is typically individuals who initiate them.
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EBA Consults on Incorporating ESG into Risk Management and Supervision
November 6, 2020Paper focuses on counterparty risks and climate change impacts for European investment firms and credit institutions.
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ShareAction Presents Responsible Investment Bill to UK Parliamentarians
November 6, 2020Panellists discussing the Bill urge institutional investors to move away from prioritising maximum returns to focus on long-term, broader impact.
