ESGClimate change biggest issue for markets in coming years, say large asset owners Feb 17, 2021Tim HumanLarge asset owners view climate change as the biggest issue for markets over the coming years and half are using climate data on a...Read more
ESGCompanies should disclose plans for net-zero carbon economy, says Fink Jan 26, 2021Tim HumanCompanies should disclose a plan explaining how their business model will operate in a net-zero carbon economy, BlackRock CEO Larry...Read more
ESGTCI goes global with ‘say on climate’ campaign Dec 02, 2020Tim HumanThe Children’s Investment Fund (TCI) has significantly expanded its ‘say on climate’ campaign, with resolutions filed at several US-...Read more
ESGThe week in GRC: Election challenges companies’ political speech policies, and investors demand board racial diversity disclosures Oct 30, 2020Ben Maiden– CNBC reported that Dunkin’ confirmed sale talks with Inspire Brands, the privately held owner of Arby’s and Jimmy John’s. The...Read more
ESGVanguard keeps up ESG focus Sep 16, 2020Ben MaidenVanguard has maintained its focus on ESG issues in terms of engagement and voting, according to its investment stewardship report on...Read more
ESGCeres highlights general counsel role in climate lobbying efforts Aug 20, 2020Ben MaidenGeneral counsel have an important role in ensuring governance tools are in place to align their companies’ direct lobbying – or...Read more
ShareholdersCanadian investors to maintain climate focus amid Covid-19 May 27, 2020Tim HumanCanadian institutional investors plan to maintain their focus on climate change despite the upheaval caused by Covid-19, according to...Read more
ESGPhysical risk said to drive investors’ climate interest Apr 22, 2020Tim HumanThe physical risks stemming from climate change are the reason financial markets are increasingly focused on global warming, according...Read more
ESGTCFD climate reporting initiative passes 1,000 supporters Feb 18, 2020Zsuzsanna SzaboThe number of organizations signed up to the recommendations of the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) has...Read more
ESGSEC urged to tackle companies’ ESG boasts Aug 15, 2019Ben MaidenThe SEC has received the latest request to act on ESG-related disclosures, although agency officials have indicated caution over...Read more