With COP27 now in full swing, the focus remains on what progress global leaders and international businesses will make in meeting critical climate finance targets. Climate finance represents a significant...
Adjusting stamp duty land tax to incorporate the energy consumption of a property, and making energy performance certificates (EPCs) fit for purpose will support homes across the nation in reaching...
The UK financial regulator, Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), has announced new rules to restrict customers from being impacted by exaggerated claims from ‘environmentally-focused’ investments. Ethical or environmental investing incorporates a...
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) investing has become a hotly debated term. There are ongoing discussions about how front-and-centre ESG should be in its position in different investment strategies but...
Artificial intelligence is transforming the ESG industry, creating new opportunities and potential for businesses and investors through data analysis, reporting and clear, actionable insights. Differentiating between good and bad technology...
Among the reasons influencing the demand for ESG-focused talent are a move to mandatory reporting, an increase in the information companies must disclose, and a requirement for data to be...
Over 800 bonds have raised $245 billion since the beginning of this year. Green bonds have surged, with China leading the way as more investors turn their attention toward sustainable-focused...
The New Social Market Foundation report urges the UK Government to introduce “sustainability-focused” bonds, which would pay more to investors if the UK Government doesn’t achieve its decarbonisation targets. Chile recently...
Last year ended up being a success for oil and gas businesses. After several disruptive years, prices escalated, and oil majors like BP, Shell and Exxon capitalised on these rises...
CFA Society of the UK (CFA UK) has introduced a new qualification that intends to provide investment professionals with a deeper insight into the risks and opportunities associated with climate...