Pollen Substitute Could Safeguard Honeybees and Global Food Security
Scientists have created a transformative new bee superfood from genetically modified yeast that can uplift declining bee populations and protect global food security.
From Risk to Resilience: North American Investment in Sustainable Finance
North American investors are turning climate risk into opportunity by driving resilient, sustainable, and inclusive growth in finance.
Why time matched carbon free energy is the future of the Greenhouse Gas Protocol
The most widely used and globally recognised framework for measuring emissions, the Greenhouse Gas Protocol, is considering a move towards hourly matching. But some parties are pushing back — Good Energy proves their concerns do not stand up.
CDP - Acting on climate data could deliver up to $21 for every $1 invested
Unlocking the Disclosure Dividend: Acting on climate data could deliver up to $21 for every $1 invested
Greenwashing versus sincere CSR strategy – recognizing the differences
At a time when activist fund campaigns are gaining in popularity, it is worthwhile asking a few questions about the goals of this new kind of shareholder.
Scope 3 Carbon Emissions: Seeing the Full Picture
Global investors are increasingly looking to identify opportunities to mitigate climate risks and support the transition to a world of net-zero emissions. One gap in their knowledge is how to tackle emissions from the value chain of the companies in which they invest. In this blog post, MSCI explain what these emissions are, why they are so important and what action investors can take to manage such risks.
Who will shape a better future? Responsible investing after Covid-19
Covid-19 has affected every aspect of human life, in every corner of the globe. In addition to trying to assess its economic impact, it has also led us to focus more on fundamental issues: the speed of environmental deterioration and the lack of progress in reducing discrimination and inequality.
University of Oxford and Lombard Odier join forces for first professorship of sustainable finance
The multi-year partnership will create the first endowed professorship of sustainable finance at any major global research university.
Investing in Renewable Energy Infrastructure – Leading the Way to Net Zero
Right now, most of our thoughts are consumed by the pandemic. But even though we are amid a global health crisis, over the longer term the greatest challenge we face remains climate change
BNP Paribas accelerates exit from coal in all OECD countries by 2030
French bank BNP Paribas has announced it has expanded its target to end the use of coal by its electricity-producing customers by the end of 2030 to all OECD countries.
Only 35% of European banks’ strategies are aligned with the goals of the Paris Agreement
According to new research by responsible investment organisation ShareAction, the European banking sector has made sluggish progress on tackling the climate crisis in the last three years.
Emerging stronger: Practical action to improve sustainable investment practices and support COVID-19
Mike Tyrrell looks at how to improve sustainable investment practices and support COVID-19.
Energy Impact Partners: A primer on the next three decades of the energy transition - Part 5
Energy Impact Partners research lead, Andy Lubershane, releases a five-part series examining technologies needed to fully decarbonize the energy system, relying on as few technology “moonshots” as possible.
Will coronavirus reduce emissions long term?
This research, published by MSCI, looks at how emissions will be affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
BlackRock launches sustainable investing-focused impact fund
BlackRock has launched a new Global Impact Fund which enables investors to direct finance towards companies that are supporting the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Energy Impact Partners: A primer on the next three decades of the energy transition - Part 4
Energy Impact Partners research lead, Andy Lubershane, releases a five-part series examining technologies needed to fully decarbonize the energy system, relying on as few technology “moonshots” as possible.
Climate Week NYC to go ahead in 2020 as organisers announce new virtual platform
Climate Week NYC will still go ahead in September 2020 with launch of new virtual platform.
COVID -19: The global economic outlook and the implications for sustainable finance
Global co-operation is required for dealing with both a pandemic like COVID-19 and climate change. Environmentalists argue that COVID-19 economic rescue plans must be green to meet requirements for climate action.
La Financière de l’Echiquier: Did you say energy saving?
The climate emergency is no longer a matter of debate.The countdown is under way. The topic is no longer whether to act, but how. In this article.
Energy Impact Partners: A primer on the next three decades of the energy transition - Part 1
Energy Impact Partners research lead, Andy Lubershane, releases a five-part series examining technologies needed to fully decarbonize the energy system, relying on as few technology “moonshots” as possible.