Fitch’s ESG Regulations Tracking Tool is an online database that monitors global ESG-related regulatory developments affecting corporates. It provides structured, regularly updated information on policy changes across jurisdictions and sectors. The tool is relevant for finance professionals seeking to understand evolving regulatory requirements and associated compliance risks.
Organisation behind the tool
The tool is developed and maintained by Fitch Ratings, part of the Fitch Group. It draws on Fitch’s credit research capabilities and ESG expertise within its corporate finance division, reflecting the organisation’s broader focus on integrating ESG considerations into credit analysis.
What the tool does
- Tracks ESG-related regulatory developments across multiple jurisdictions globally.
- Provides summaries of new and proposed regulations affecting corporates.
- Categorises regulations by ESG themes (environmental, social, governance).
- Highlights jurisdictional trends and policy direction over time.
- Offers regular updates to reflect changes in the regulatory landscape.
- Enables users to monitor compliance requirements relevant to different sectors.
Target audience
The primary audience includes corporate finance professionals, credit analysts and investors. It is also relevant for policymakers, researchers and sustainability practitioners monitoring ESG regulation and its implications.
Relevance to finance professionals
- Risk assessment – identifies regulatory risks and compliance exposures across jurisdictions.
- ESG analysis – supports understanding of evolving ESG standards and disclosure expectations.
- Investment context – informs decisions by highlighting policy trends affecting sectors and markets.
- Strategy alignment – assists corporates in aligning business practices with emerging regulatory requirements.
