UN SDGs an increasing factor in government funding needs and costs
Financial institutions faced the flak this week, with investors among the casualties.
Eli Kasargod-Staub, Founder of Majority Action, says asset managers’ proxy-voting policies need to demand positive action from investee firms.
Thinking Ahead Institute report highlights key sustainability themes for asset owners this decade.
Pledge to divest over next two years follows mounting pressure from protesters.
Canadian pension fund to eschew “blanket divestment”, emphasising role as “active investor and influencer”.
Asset owners urged to call for more rigid policies, as ShareAction reveals continued flows to fossil fuel giants.
Major investors continue to step up their scrutiny of energy sector’s transition credentials.
Ashley Alder, Chair of IOSCO and CEO of the HK SFC, calls for greater consistency and transparency for ESG ratings and data.
While it remains the world’s largest carbon emitter, China is making significant progress in areas such as alternative energy and electric vehicles.
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