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Sustainable Impact Banking Awards – Submission Form

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Sustainable Impact Banking Awards – Submission Form

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How democratising access to ESG expertise can turn intent into action

In order to position sustainability and ESG at the heart of one’s business strategy, actionable insights are required that can only be created through leveraging leading tech and talent. Rio ESG founder Dan Botterill discusses the need to ‘democratise’ access to these essential resources.

White paper: 10 Steps to Net Zero

This white paper serves as a practical guide to carbon reporting and reduction. These insights can be used to progress…

White paper: ESG Themes for 2022

This white paper examines the key ESG issues of 2022 – from inflation and employee well-being to net-zero accountability and…

White paper: Currency conversion and the hidden costs of global trade

The aim of this white paper is to produce a comprehensive picture of the cost of moving money across borders,…

White paper: Climate Scenario Analysis

This white paper examines abrdn’s unique approach to climate-scenario analysis that sets it apart from other asset managers.

A nuanced approach to climate scenario analysis

A climate scenario framework built on honesty, transparency and flexibility is essential for understanding transition risk and delivering net-zero investment goals. Jeremy Lawson, chief economist at abrdn, discusses how and why investors must start putting the probable before the possible.

Is gold a responsible investment?

Demand for gold as an investment has grown at an average annual rate of 15% since 2001, but what impact is an ever-sharper focus on sustainable investing having on this most robust of asset classes? Invesco’s Christopher Mellor discusses the efforts being made to ensure ethical and environmental provenance for those looking to incorporate responsible gold into their investment mix.

Why granular data is essential for climate risk insights

What should market participants prioritise when aiming to develop a clear view of ESG risks and opportunities? Julia Haake of Moody’s ESG Solutions, discusses how attitudes and expectations are changing, and the role ‘comprehensive coverage’ must play in greening the global economy.