All ESG articles – Page 7
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PodcastPAT Cast #16: Bioenergy: A bridge to a green energy future
As we race to decarbonise the planet, finding alternative energy sources is critical. Green hydrogen might be the fuel of the future, but bioenergy is the fuel of today - and the case to invest has never been stronger.
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PodcastClimate Action 1,2,3!
As long-term infrastructure investors, it is vital that we manage the risks and opportunities presented by climate change and the energy transition. Our target is to achieve net zero emissions in our portfolio by 2050.
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PodcastGreen Governance
In late 2022, Finerge, Igneo’s Iberian renewable energy business, completed one of the largest ever refinancings in the renewable sector, a €2.3bn transaction which was certified as a green loan.
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White papersLife sciences real estate: High demand, low supply
Chase McWhorter, Institutional Real Estate, Inc.’s managing director, recently spoke with Olivia Drew, Portfolio Manager – UK Life Sciences
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White papersISA Focus: The value of green
The transition to a lower-carbon built environment is reshaping the definition of quality real estate. We can point to numerous anecdotal examples of green building features driving higher rents and values, as well as better overall performance. However, showing this rigorously and quantitively is challenging.
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White papersWalking the political tightrope in the energy transition
Decarbonisation. Net zero. Sustainability. When it comes to talking the talk, governments and organisations are very good at saying the right thing. Delivering on promises – or walking the walk – is the true litmus test though.
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White papersBeyond renewables: What’s next in greenhouse gas reduction?
In recent years, energy transition has become one of the most important investment themes across asset classes. Under the broad spectrum of energy transition investments, technologies such as wind turbines, solar panels and energy storage tend to attract the most attention, yet those are only a small piece of the decarbonization puzzle.
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White papersHydrogen 101: the uses, the costs and the opportunity
What does the opportunity around hydrogen look like? Our experts at Schroders Greencoat explain in this Q&A.
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VideoPATRIZIA Client Survey 2023
How are real asset investors adapting to the changing economic environment? Earlier this year we heard from over 120 of PATRIZIA’s institutional investors on where they expect to focus in order to unlock the attractive long-term opportunities in the sector.
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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 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 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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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 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.
