50 shades of green: SFDR reclassified
The proportion of Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) funds classed as green by the EU has risen in the first…
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From EVs to rhinos: Let’s welcome finance innovation
Since the near collapse of the global banking system in the late 2000s, governments have sought to temper capitalism’s worst…
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Impact investors strive to tackle the education funding gap
The world faces a stark skills shortage, particularly in emerging markets, which has been exacerbated by Covid-19. But some institutions…
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The business risks of dismissing ‘woke capitalism’
Despite a rise in recent calls for companies to prioritise profits over ESG, corporate chiefs that ignore sustainability issues in…
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How banks are reporting on the SDGs
A deep dive into the financial and ESG reporting of the world's largest banks reveals how seriously (or otherwise) they…
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What worries banks about the EU’s new ESG reporting proposals
The European Banking Authority's final draft rules on ESG disclosure include important changes that may alleviate concerns lenders have about…
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Private equity firms are making ESG progress, say pension plans
The $5.3trn private equity industry is under growing pressure to use its influence for positive impact. Three European retirement funds…
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Who is closing the ESG skills gap in finance?
With demand for ESG skills outpacing supply, we look at who is supplying bankers and investors with much-needed education.
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