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Standards for Financial ESG Products Too Lax

September 8, 2021

There is no doubt that serious efforts are being made in the financial sector to put the global economy onto a more sustainable footing and to slash CO2 emissions in accordance with the Paris climate targets.

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Developing Standards for ESG

September 8, 2021

These instruments are just one example of a wide range of ESG-related hedges - they essentially link cashflows on a conventional derivative like an interest rate swap to the meeting of specified ESG objectives, using a set of KPIs to measure compliance.

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GAM Launches New Sustainable Climate Bond Strategy Investing In Bonds Supporting Enviromental Transition

September 8, 2021

New GAM strategy is one of the first to focus on green and sustainability bonds issued by European financials

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SS&C Launches New ESG Reporting Solutions

September 8, 2021

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

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Deutsche Bank warns of huge investments to counter rising seas

September 7, 2021

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

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Global carbon trading efforts multiply as EU price reaches record

September 7, 2021

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

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Amundi and Quintet partner to accelerate sustainable investments in emerging markets

September 7, 2021

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

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

September 7, 2021

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

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

September 7, 2021

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

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PIMFA launches ESG academy for wealth managers

September 7, 2021

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

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

September 7, 2021

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

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Carbon neutrality can still damage our biodiversity

September 6, 2021

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

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