Managers of Wealth

SS&C Launches New ESG Reporting Solutions

SS&C’s platform will support compliance with the EU Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation and deliver greater insights and transparency into ESG portfolio risks.

Deutsche Bank warns of huge investments to counter rising seas

To counter the impact of persistently rising sea levels, large investments will be needed, but also pose implications for portfolios, according to Deutsche Bank.

Global carbon trading efforts multiply as EU price reaches record

The European Union is pressing ahead with plans to intensify carbon trading and China has launched its own emissions pricing mechanism.

Amundi and Quintet partner to accelerate sustainable investments in emerging markets

Quintet commits €200 million to Amundi Funds Emerging Markets Green Bond in line with broader focus on generating positive real-world impact

Schroder BSC Social Impact Trust plc awarded Fund of the Year in Environmental Finance’s IMPACT Awards 2021

We are pleased to see the Schroder BSC Social Impact Trust recognised with this award.

Climate protection: Federal Councillor Sommaruga chairs talks on international climate goals

The proposals are to be presented at the end of September at the Pre-COP in Milan, which serves to prepare for COP26.

PIMFA launches ESG academy for wealth managers

The Academy simplifies the array of latest information and language around ESG, while also delivering the latest regulatory guidance.

New research shows companies with stand-alone ESG committees have higher sustainability scores

The study conducted by NN IP and Glass Lewis examines the relationship between companies’ performance with regard to environmental, social and governance factors

Carbon neutrality can still damage our biodiversity

It has been noticeable how many articles from politicians have started linking climate change to future projects and risks.

Vital role for private sector in financing climate resilience

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) with its unique private sector mandate stands at the forefront of this effort in close cooperation with other multilateral partners.

Asset Management, a lever for preserving biodiversity

It’s a reality that is no longer up for debate: biodiversity loss represents financial risks that are just as major as those stemming from climate change.

Is It Possible To Eliminate Greenwashing?

This year has seen an uptick in ESG reporting around the world, partly in response to increasing scrutiny on companies’ social and environmental impacts.

HSBC, Barclays confronted by naked Extinction Rebellion protesters

Further demonstrations outside JPMorgan, across the City as part of divestment march

ESG Foundation’s Top 50 ESG ‘Ones To Watch’

Some are CEOs of sustainable start-ups, scholars at ESG think tanks, sustainable investors or outspoken advocates on transparency and accountability, gender parity, sustainable and ethical supply chains.

Swiss Finance's Greenwashing Angst

The Swiss financial center is looking to become a sustainable-investment hub, an aspiration which is particularly image sensitive.

Global green bond market set to break records, surpassing $500bn in 2021

Global green bond issuance is likely to pass the half-a-trillion-dollar mark this year, the Climate Bonds Initiative is forecasting, following a strong first half of the year for the market.

The Summer of Climate Chaos

Now we know exactly who is to blame

ESG momentum will further strengthen GCs’ clout in listed firm governance

As soft law principles are increasingly transposed into prescriptive legislation, our GC panel believes that codified ESG requirements will further raise their boardroom influence.

Covid proves catalyst for ESG investing around world

Rapid acceleration of investor interest in biotech, healthcare, sustainability themes over past year

ESG and climate funds fall short of Paris Agreement goals, report warns

71% of broad ESG funds studied scored negatively on Paris Alignment

Planet SOS