All ESG/SRI articles – Page 12
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White papersCOP28: So Near and Yet So Far
Though not enough to limit warming to 1.5°C, and weaker than some had hoped, the outcomes of the climate conference are better than many had feared.
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White papersAligning equity multifactor strategies with net zero objectives
Investing in ways that contribute to net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 and beyond is increasingly a concern for most investors, in particular institutional investors. For this reason, we have studied various approaches to aligning our multifactor equity strategies with net zero objectives.
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PodcastOuterblue Talks Green – The rise of responsible investing in Asia
Asia faces distinct and complex challenges when it comes to the energy transition as it looks to balance economic development with the necessity to transition to a low carbon economy.
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White papersReflections on COP28: Opportunities amid Challenges
Investors are warming to opportunities stemming from climate change, and other takeaways from COP28.
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White papersAnswering Clean Tech Questions with Large Language Models
The success of the “net zero transition” relies on the acceleration of the clean technology development to increase renewable energy capacity and low-emission solutions, but also to improve energy efficiency and enable carbon capture. Tracking such technologies and their mineral requirements is becoming increasingly important, but has traditionally required expert knowledge.
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White papersPension plans embracing ESG demand new investment approach
Appetite for responsible investment themes remains strong among pension plans wanting to capture the transition opportunities towards a more sustainable future.
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White papersCOP28: delivering on food, nature and energy
We provide our key takeaways from COP28, covering the historic final communique, significant agreements focused on nature and the food and energy systems, plus the knowledge shared at the Lombard Odier re-NATURE hub alongside the summit.
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White papersIntegrating biodiversity into portfolios: a bespoke framework
Biodiversity losses may have a material effect on some companies, but companies also erode biodiversity through their activities and practices.
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White papersESG Thema – Special COP28: Main outcomes and implications for investors
A significant win for climate diplomacy on the back of strong technological tailwinds, daunting challenges ahead
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White papers2024 Outlook: Renewables - winds of change
If the energy transition is a must-have in the fight against climate change then renewable energy is in the eye of the storm.
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White papers2024 Outlook: Artificial Intelligence - it’s all in the algorithm
A world enhanced by AI is no longer the stuff of science fiction.
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White papersA just transition: 2024 Outlook
Hope comes in many forms but any attempt to tackle the climate crisis will have to work for the world’s haves as well as the have-nots.
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White papersA disruptive festive menu: jellyfish, bean burgers
As we look forward to gathering with friends and family over the holidays, it is worth considering how our festive meals may change in decades to come. Given the environmental, social and technological forces disrupting global food systems, what dishes might we serve up in the future?
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White papers2024 Outlook: Natural capital - the call of the wild
It’s time for investors to embrace the economic potential of protecting and enhancing the world’s natural resources.
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White papersThe Federated Hermes 2024 Outlook
2024 will once again be a year where events define the investment landscape. From geopolitical risk, including conflicts in Europe and the Middle East, to the enormous challenges posed by the need for a just transition, investors face volatility and uncertainty. And this is all taking place against the backdrop of the largest election year in history and markets adjusting to ‘higher for longer’ interest rates.
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White papersEngagement case study: Netflix
After engaging Netflix on environmental and social issues since 2018, we have seen improvement in performance and ambition from the company.
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White papersA tale of two risks: building robust portfolios aligned to net-zero
Building climate-aligned portfolios requires a forward-looking approach to maximise opportunities and reduce risks associated with the climate transition. Instead of focusing solely on historical levels of carbon emissions, our TargetNetZero strategies identify the potential leaders and laggards of the climate transition in all sectors of the economy by evaluating companies’ current policies and commitments to decarbonisation.
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White papersCOP28: Expect Disappointment and You’ll Never Be Disappointed
Four things to look out for amid the pessimism at this year’s climate-change gathering.
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WebinarWebinar | rethink net zero: investing in the transition
Watch the replay of our webinar: rethink net zero: investing in the transition
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White papersNavigating the climate index jungle
The need to understand Climate benchmarks and their personalities
