Impact investing – Page 8
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NewsInvestors call on European Commission to outline clear social impact investment rules
A clear definition of ‘social investment’ is still missing, a gap that hinders social impact investments, investors warn
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NewsPRI in Person: Sparking global debate on sustainable finance values
This year’s PRI in Person began with a song
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NewsSmart Pension discloses 75% emissions reduction target by 2030
The scheme is now two years ahead of its target
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NewsTfL pension fund on track to reduce carbon emissions by 2030
TfL pension fund committed to achieve a 55% reduction in its carbon emissions by 2030
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NewsCEO commitment on mental health lacking, CCLA global benchmark shows
There is a clear economic case for investment in mental health at work, says CCLA stewardship lead
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NewsEIOPA lays down strategic priorities for 2024
The Authority identified six strategic activity areas: sustainable finance, digital transformation, supervision, policy, risks to financial stability, and governance
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NewsRailpen sustainable ownership review shows members top concerns
Railpen’s sustainable ownership review showed fair treatment of workers, climate change and fair pay as top concerns for members
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NewsKPN pension fund to invest up to €700m in private debt
The €10bn pension fund considers the asset class a vehicle for impact investing
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NewsPRI set to launch collaborative stewardship initiative on nature
The first set of supporters will be announced in early 2024
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NewsInvestor group calls for climate vote at high-emitting companies
Investors including LAPFF, CCLA Investment Management and Ethos Foundation write to FTSE companies in high-risk sectors seeking AGM vote on climate transition plans
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FeaturesImpact investment: How change theory can boost key messages
Simply aligning an investment with one of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) does not always convince individuals about the impact of an investment. Communicating about change can help.
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NewsAsset managers tread carefully following DWS’s fine by SEC
Industry focuses on prudent stance in light of greenwashing risks
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NewsInvestors call on Rishi Sunak to not backtrack on climate change
IIGCC, PRI and UKSIF, among others, expressed concern with the prime minister’s proposals to ‘backtrack on vital policy measures that support the UK’s transition to net zero’
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NewsESMA focuses on digital change and green transition
In 2024, ESMA will develop rules for sustainable finance as part of the new European Green Bond Regulation
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News190 investors write to companies over management of nature
Launch reflects growing focus on nature in sign of defiance against US clampdown on collaboration
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NewsInvestor group rejects basis for UK government delay of net zero policies
‘Staying the course not incompatible with addressing immediate cost of living concerns’
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NewsGFANZ moves to define four types of transition finance
Net zero body invents ‘Expected Emission Reductions’ calculation in bid to quantify impact of such investments
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NewsTNFD launches final disclosure recommendations
TNFD activities coincide with legislation on nature-related disclosures mooted in some countries
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NewsImpact Cubed joins forces with Impact Orange Partners
The partnership aims to set a benchmark for ESG integration in Belgium and the Netherlands
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NewsFinance sector ‘not in the driving seat’ on green transition, says IIF official
Finding global consensus and alignment on financial sector policy and regulation around climate risk and transition planning is difficult
