All ESG/SRI articles – Page 63
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White papers
Investing in Nature: the true engine of our economy – a synthesis
Nature is in decline. With it, we are losing one of our most productive forms of capital and ultimately putting at risk our society, economy, health and way of life.
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Plastics in a transitioning world: The context, shape and opportunities of the transition
We believe the context within which plastics are discussed is rapidly evolving, as the result of numerous mutually-reinforcing forces at play. Government policy specifically aimed at plastics is intensifying, at the same time as consumer opinion is continuing to shift.
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Global Investment Outlook: Is the “E” in ESG Accelerating?
In light of the upcoming 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26), it seemed like an opportune time to focus on Environmental, Social and Governance—particularly the “E” as it relates to climate change. Our investment leaders across equities, fixed income and alternative investments examine the role policymakers, asset managers and end investors can play in creating positive change.
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An Update on Our ESG Scores
ESG scores continue to be impacted by COVID-19 as economies look to emerge from the pandemic through green and sustainable investing. Global Macro Views highlights five country case studies.
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Fixed Income Investment Outlook 4Q 2021
A potential default in China and shifting policy in Europe have been key developments in an environment of volatility and higher yields that is likely to persist into the fourth quarter.
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What 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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Podcast
European Real Estate: Finding & Creating Value Today (Podcast)
Portfolio manager, Rory Allan, joins Streaming Income to discuss the health of European real estate markets today, where the team is currently seeing—and creating—the most value, and how ESG considerations are continuing to change the investment landscape.
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From outside-in to inside-out: Transforming finance for impact
To meet the goals of the Paris Agreement, finance must embrace a holistic approach to managing its impact on the environment. Eric Usher, head of UNEP FI, talks to AIQ about this shift in focus and the importance of public and private sector collaboration.
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Strategic Asset Allocation for a Default Pension Plan
This literature review discusses how to design a default life-cycle asset allocation for a defined contribution (DC) pension scheme. This default option may be the same for all participants, or it could be customised to plan members’ profiles.
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Talking Points: ESG-driven investment strategies in infrastructure
ESG has moved from being a nice-to-have, to being an important part of infrastructure investing and can be used to drive action and outcomes.
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Innovation Builds Deep Water Technology Waves
The next decade will see an urgent and widespread boom in investments in innovation across all economic sectors, according to Stephen Dover and Kim Catechis of the Franklin Templeton Investment Institute.
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Actions and words: An interview with Dale Vince
The prominent climate change campaigner and founder of green energy supplier Ecotricity discusses biogas, the energy crisis and the need for a shake-up in government policy to achieve net zero in a wide-ranging interview with AIQ. Words by Miles Costello.
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The 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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POSCO 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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Research Report
SDG Engagement High Yield Credit: H1 2021 report
Our focus on higher-quality credit in markets with strong engagement potential meant we didn’t benefit from the outsized rally in Covid-ravaged sectors in H1 2021, but the strategy continues to outperform its benchmark since inception
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Take Care, BentallGreenOak’s Annual Philanthropy Report
The continuing ravages of the pandemic have been most acutely felt in the sub-sections of our communities where poverty and insecurity persist. In this intensifying need for social care and relief, BentallGreenOak (BGO) employees dove heart-first into 2021 with a commitment to serving our communities.
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Podcast
High Yield: Why Fundamentals May Be Stronger Than You Think
Barings’ David Mihalick and Chris Sawyer assess the health of the global high yield bond and loan markets against a backdrop of COVID uncertainty, potentially higher rates and an ever-increasing focus on ESG.
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Four Top of Mind ESG Challenges in the Quest for Net Zero
If this moment in time—when the world’s fixation on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues touches every facet of life—feels different, it’s because it is. For all the motivations that should have led to an urgent response on the climate crisis decades ago, one catalyst has energized public and private stakeholders into collective action: obsolescence.
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Conversations 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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Associated 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.