All ESG articles – Page 5
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PodcastInvesting in the energy transition using a non-specific mandate
Two generalist infrastructure managers, Guillaume Faroux from Vauban Infrastructure Partners and Marcus Ayre from Igneo Infrastructure Partners
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White papersT(r)ough Times: Have European Property Yields Peaked?
With inflation on the way down, we are likely past peak interest rate anxiety and hopefully close to the trough of the European property market cycle. The Barings Real Estate team discusses what this means for opportunities in real estate.
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VideoReal estate produces 40% of greenhouse gas emissions and uses 40% of global natural resources
Urgent action is required, as Emily Hamilton and Joey Aoun explain.
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White papersFour critical elements for asset managers to meet the biodiversity challenge
Our biodiversity system is deteriorating at an alarming rate and its loss is causing damage not only to the natural world but to the wider planet, society, and the global economy.
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White papersUnleashing the power of sustainability integration
IREI’s Q&A interview with Natalie Sinha
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White papersPlastic wrap: combating data gaps and pollution
Welcome to Plastic wrap, our bimonthly review of the science, policy and corporate activity pivotal in creating a circular plastics value chain.
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White papersMethane: Heating up
Methane is the second most important gas contributor to climate change after carbon dioxide, but its warming potential is many times greater. Mikhaila Crosby explains why addressing emissions is a key priority.
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White papersWhere will the pieces fall? Takeaways from 2023 AWIF
This year’s edition of the Amundi World Investment Forum (AWIF) was called “The global shake-up, where will the pieces fall?” and focused on the transformative time we are living in.
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White papersMaking the case for structured credit
Despite a challenging outlook for broader credit fundamentals, structured credit may be well placed to weather the storm, argues Senior Portfolio Manager Andrew Lennox.
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White papersFuture Electrification: a window of opportunity
Our global energy system is undergoing a seismic shift toward massive electrification. It will occur over decades, but attractive equity opportunities exist now as revenue pools shift across the value chain, in our view. With a forward-looking view, and leveraging extensive research, we invest in the transition by focusing on three crucial growth drivers.
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White papersGreening the Grid: A Tipping Point in U.S. Renewable Energy Production
While demand for renewable energy is on the rise, and the grid continues to “green,” procurement, transmission and accounting of renewable resources is expected to evolve.
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Asset Manager NewsGreen Energy Fund KGAL ESPF 4 completes investment phase with EUR 1.3 billion. Successor ESPF 5 increases return forecast.
Independent investment and asset manager KGAL has invested a total of EUR 1.3 billion – of which EUR 750 million is equity – for its KGAL ESPF 4 fund.
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White papersInvesting in real estate impact
From climate change and geopolitical tensions to rising inequality and a shortage of affordable housing, society faces many challenges and investors are seeking ways to be part of the solution.
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White papersExpert insights: car parks, the facilitators of the liveable city
There are several clear trends in the European mobility sector. We see a transition from fossil-fuelled vehicles to electric vehicles (EVs) and an increasing pressure on city infrastructure due to continuing urbanisation and the increasing number of cars.
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White papersDecarbonising real estate: What will it take in challenging conditions?
Real estate asset owners are working towards ambitious net zero targets which call for all buildings to be carbon neutral by 2050. However, challenging economic conditions could slow progress. In this environment, increased integration between asset management and ESG teams is imperative.
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White papersThematic ESG research: impact of natural hazards on rents
Swiss Life Asset Managers presents its new publication “Thematic ESG Research” for the first time. The new research series sheds light on sustainability trends and addresses innovative ESG research issues.
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VideoEnhancing value with asset management
Active asset management is a crucial component of executing successful value-add strategies.
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White papersForging sustainable investments in European leveraged finance and CLOs: Part 1
In the past two years, the proportion of European assets under management with an ESG overlay (as measured by funds that are categorised as Article 8 and 9 under the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation, or SFDR) has risen to nearly 60%.
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Asset Manager NewsIvanhoé Cambridge successfully issues its first sustainability bond, for C$300 million
As part of its sustainable finance program, Ivanhoé Cambridge announces the successful issuance of its first sustainability bond, rated AA (low) by DBRS1, in an amount of C$300 million.
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White papersSustainability and Impact – Implications for Real Estate Investing in Asia Pacific
The terms Sustainability & Impact (S&I) and ESG (“Environmental, Social and Governance”) are often used interchangeably and the considerations are similar.
