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There are many schools of thought about how we transition from our present economic system to one that is no longer fuelled by hydrocarbons and hence damaging to the planet. Many of these transition pathways put the emphasis on existing and developing technologies such as electric vehicles, battery storage, or the greater rollout of proven … Read more
The Elvis movie was one of the big cinematic hits of 2022 – and one of the King’s song titles, A little less conversation, a little more action, please, provides an apt summary of the progress many asset managers need to make in their sustainable investment journeys. This gap between word and deed was one … Read more
A landmark rule recently finalized by the Department of Labor gives retirement plans the green light to use ESG-themed target date funds – at least if they are ok with one of two products on the market. That rule, published in November, overturns a DOL rule from the Trump administration that specifically forbade ESG considerations … Read more
Level 2 of the EU’s Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR), which boosts transparency requirements for asset managers, was introduced this week following months of groups struggling to prepare for the new disclosures. The introduction of Level 2’s regulatory technical standards (RTS) on 1 January 2023 means fund providers will need to supply detailed sustainability-related disclosure … Read more
New Year 2022 for Ecology concept with green city on earth, World environment and sustainable development concept, vector illustration Readers seek out regulatory updates and interviews with ESG figureheads
There’s a considerable gap between how often people invest in sustainability and how highly people rate the importance of investing in sustainability — which begs the question, are advisers asking the wrong questions? Recent research from Morningstar suggests there are plenty more sustainable investors out there waiting to be brought into the fold. In our research … Read more
ESG Clarity readers were most interested in regulation, awards, net zero and human rights in 2022 as revealed by our most read articles from the website for the year. It’s unsurprising to see so many regulatory pieces in the top 10 with fast-paced changes in legislation around the world, and as companies and funds get … Read more
The UK government’s announcement of a further ‘pause’ to delivering the green taxonomy has led to a vocal reaction from several industry groups and wider stakeholders. This is because of considerable delays we have seen already this year to the publication of the consultation on the taxonomy, and the suggestion too in the ministerial statement … Read more
After two years of Covid-19 outbreaks, lockdowns and market volatility, the investment industry started 2022 with a feeling of optimism that, in the words of D:Ream, “things can only get better”. But the optimism quickly faded as Russia invaded Ukraine and rising energy prices spiralled out of control into a crisis. As we move towards … Read more
The Investment Association (IA) has appointed Carol Thomas to a newly-created role of head of sustainability and responsible investment. Thomas will be responsible for leading the IA’s work and engagement on all issues related to sustainability and responsible investment, including the design and implementation of sustainable finance rules in the UK, and championing the industry’s … Read more