Alternatives – Page 24
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White papersMonitoring corporates against third-party ESG data providers
At Capital Group, using third-party data is only the beginning of how we monitor potential and current investments. All holdings are reviewed against third-party ESG scores to identify potential ESG risks.
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White papersESG Thema #4 - Investing in the Circular Economy : Closing the loop
Circular Economy can be defined as an economic system of trade and production which, at all stages of the product lifecycle, aims to increase the efficiency of resource use and reduce environmental impact while developing the well-being of individuals.(1)
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White papersCryptocurrency – the good, the bad and the ugly
Cryptocurrencies are moving into the mainstream, but present several risks that companies should consider. Joanne Beatty examines the key issues, including the environmental cost of cryptomining.
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White papersCase study: Vestas
Through their cost-effective turbines, manufacturer Vestas have boosted the attractiveness of wind power relative to other energy sources.
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White papersMeasuring a Country’s Carbon Emissions: A Debate with High Stakes
Why some metrics are more accurate, more equitable, and more efficient than others.
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White papersEl Salvador and Bitcoin
Establishing the cryptocurrency as legal tender is a risky move, but also carries some potential benefits.
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White papersNatural Gas: Seven Potential Consequences of Price Surge
In recent weeks natural gas prices have increased sharply, more than doubling in the U.S. and rising roughly ten-fold in Europe and Asia (Figure 1).
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White papersWhat you need to know about polysilicon and its role in solar modules
What is polysilicon, what is its role in solar panels and are there any social and governance concerns around its production? Here is a primer.
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White papersWhat it means to be a sustainable investor
The natural world is in crisis: We are losing biodiversity – the very fabric of life – at an alarming rate. Investors would do a poor job if they did not seek to preserve the fabric that is at the heart of building the future that people want and need.
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White papersThe cost of climate change: Action versus inaction
The present global consensus to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to net zero will require immense investment
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White papersThe Decisive Eye – Non-traditional property types are no longer niche. Are they the future of commercial real estate?
Europe stands on the cusp of significant changes to its private real estate investment universe. DIGITAL and structural trends, catalyzed by the COVID-19 pandemic, are expanding and enhancing the real estate investment universe.
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White papersPOSCO case study
Following engagement on climate change, POSCO strengthened its governance and management framework of climate-related issues. As a co-lead for the company under Climate Action 100+, EOS engaged with POSCO, contributing to the company’s 2050 carbon neutrality commitment and reporting in line with the TCFD’s recommendations.
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White papersExplaining the disconnect between lumber and timber prices
Pundits are wondering “Lumber prices are soaring. Why are timber owners miserable?” They declare “Lumber prices soar, but logs are still dirt cheap” Indeed, lumber prices reached record highs at levels perhaps four times what were previously thought to be “trend” prices.
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White papersConversations with… Hendrik-Jan Boer
Hendrik-Jan Boer talks about the power of companies that have a durable competitive position, do no harm, and can adapt to change—and how they find them.
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White papersAssociated British Foods case study
ABF has evaluated its approach to risk management and subsequently provided increased assurance to investors and increased its communication on the topic. EOS has engaged with the company on risk oversight since 2013 and continues its dialogue on other ESG issues.
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White papersHow to finance climate change resilience
It’s critical to grow the market for solutions to reduce the physical risk of climate change, say Alex Bernhardt and Thibaud Clisson.
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White papersJD.com case study
JD.com published its first ESG report in April 2021 and its second sustainability report in June 2021. It also held its first shareholder meeting in June 2021 with appointment of its first female board director. EOS is pleased with its changes and continues to engage with the company on furthering improvements on ESG issues.
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White papersWhat links climate change, biodiversity loss and gender?
An effective response to the twin problems of climate change and biodiversity loss must also be grounded in improving gender equality.
