ESG
Man vs. machine: A tale of two sustainability ratings systems
Who can better assess companies' sustainability performance: artificial intelligence or really smart analysts? The race is on. Read More
Early sustainability reporting lessons from COVID-19
Best practices for reporting include sharing numbers that are backed by narrative. Read More
The new normal: Can business focus on driving positive change?
Sponsored: If the pace of innovation and level of commitment to building a sustainable future are any indication of future trends, the 2020s will be the decade of circularity. Read More
The new normal in sustainable investing post-COVID-19
The time has passed for small commitments, hyperbole and delays in embracing sustainable investing. Read More
Downturn signals opportunity for climate-aligned investing
Several frameworks are emerging that sets performance thresholds identifying economic activities that align with the Paris Agreement emissions reduction targets. Read More
Amid plunging stock prices, ESG leaders are holding their own
The pandemic and economic meltdown are highlighting the importance of integrating environmental, social and governance analysis into investment strategies. Read More
HSBC: Companies focused on climate change 'outperformed' as virus spread
Research note suggests businesses with strong ESG credentials are proving more resilient than peers to coronavirus turmoil. But there are regional differences. Read More
Trend: The bots are coming (to ratings and reporting)
Automation and artificial intelligence are being leveraged to both generate and evaluate ESG data. Is that a good thing? Read More
Why do large asset managers vote against most climate-related shareholder proposals?
If the Big Three institutional investors vote "For" a climate proposal, odds are the company that received the proposal will take action to address the issues raised. Read More
4 things you should know about sustainability reporting practices
While disclosure is generally on the rise, this greater transparency does not always produce significant changes in practice. At least not yet. Read More
