All ESG/SRI articles – Page 64
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White papersFixed 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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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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PodcastEuropean 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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White papersStrategic 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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White papersTalking 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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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 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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Research ReportSDG 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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White papersTake 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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PodcastHigh 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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White papersFour 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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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 papersThe net zero carbon decision
Is a net zero carbon target right for institutional portfolios? If it is, what steps do investors need to take to put them on the path to net zero?
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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.
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White papersGreen revolution re-energises utility stocks
Investment analyst Bobby Chada explains why he thinks green power is still a smart long-term investment.
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White papersA mountain to climb? The European Green Deal and alternative real estate investment
In the summer of 2021, Europe experienced a series of extreme-weather emergencies bringing the reality of climate risk to the continent’s doorstep.
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White papersOffice of the future is iconic, sustainable and well-connected
Working from home became widespread during the Covid-19 pandemic, but according to Bas Jochims, Director Dutch Office & Hotel Investments at Bouwinvest Real Estate Investors there will always be a need for offices that offer distinctive social meeting places with excellent credentials in terms of their sustainability, quality and location.
