Companies' ESG scores improve countries' macroeconomic growth, report finds

The University of Oxford report comes as green groups, scientists, politicians, businesses, and economists push for a green recovery to the coronavirus. Read More

ExxonMobil holds out against shareholder rebellion over 'insufficient' climate action

Around a third of investors, including the world's largest asset manager, voted for changes to the oil giant's governance to help drive bolder climate action Read More

How can investors play a role in regenerative agriculture?

Current financial models drive a year-to-year perspective but biodynamics and sound agronomic practices should at a minimum be in five-year cycles. Read More

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

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

Green bonds are growing bigger and broader

The variety of purposes has expanded beyond alternative energy to green building and sustainable-transport projects. And that's just a start. Read More

How financial institutions can overcome barriers to climate alignment

Within the last two years, financial institutions representing $17.2 trillion have committed to align their portfolio emissions with the goals of the Paris Agreement. But there's still more to be done. 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