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Aviva case study: Tackling deforestation – a central part of our climate and biodiversity efforts

Global Canopy
The Aviva case study demonstrates the company's efforts to tackle deforestation as part of their climate and biodiversity strategies. Aviva uses data from various sources to assess deforestation risks in its corporate holdings, real assets, and sovereign debt.
Case study
30 January 2024

The Biodiversity Finance Initiative (BIOFIN)

Other
BIOFIN (Biodiversity Finance Initiative) supports countries in developing and implementing financing solutions for biodiversity conservation. It focuses on integrating biodiversity into national financial strategies and investment plans. By promoting innovative funding mechanisms, BIOFIN aims to enhance sustainable development and ensure effective resource management for natural ecosystems.
Organisation

Learning from climate change news: Is the world on the same page?

This study analyses differences in climate change reporting across seven newspapers from Australia, Canada, and the UK. Using machine learning, it highlights variations based on country, political orientation, and key climate events. The research uncovers differing terminology and approaches, with more urgent language emerging over time, reflecting increasing global awareness of climate change.
Research
20 March 2024

Sustainable behavior in climate pledges: An analysis of top emitters’ strategies

World Resources Institute
This report analyses how the top 20 highest-emitting countries address pro-climate behaviour through their Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). It highlights that while progress has been made in promoting electric vehicles, public transport, and household energy efficiency, crucial areas like sustainable diets and air travel are often overlooked, limiting the potential for impactful change.
Research
2 October 2024

Ocean Risk and Resilience Action Alliance (ORRAA)

Issue Focused NGOs & Think Tanks
Ocean Risk and Resilience Action Alliance (ORRAA) brings together finance, insurance, and environmental sectors to address ocean-related risks and enhance coastal resilience. ORRAA mobilises investment into ocean-based solutions to mitigate climate change, protect ecosystems, and support vulnerable communities.
Organisation
1 research item

Embedding Indigenous knowledge in the conservation and restoration of landscapes

World Economic Forum
This report explores how embedding Indigenous knowledge in landscape conservation and restoration projects can enhance environmental outcomes. It emphasises the importance of involving Indigenous peoples as rights-holders, respecting their cultural responsibilities, and using their long-term knowledge systems to improve ecological health. The report also outlines principles for investors to engage Indigenous leadership, promoting projects that support ecosystem-wide sustainability and resilience.
Research
11 January 2023

Trade sanctions and the stability of climate coalitions

This report investigates the impact of trade sanctions on the stability of climate coalitions, finding that sanctions can increase coalition size when coalitions are large. However, smaller coalitions risk destabilisation if retaliation occurs. While sanctions may foster cooperation, global welfare implications remain mixed due to trade distortions.
Research
3 September 2021

How cheap talk in climate disclosures relates to climate initiatives, corporate emissions, and reputation risk

The report examines the relationship between corporate climate disclosures, cheap talk, and actual climate initiatives. It highlights how voluntary disclosures often suffer from superficiality, while targeted climate actions reduce cheap talk. Findings suggest cheap talk correlates with higher emissions and reputation risks, offering insights into the credibility of climate commitments.
Research
1 July 2024

Convergence

Finance / Corporate Focused NGOs & Think Tanks
Convergence is a global network dedicated to blended finance solutions, promoting sustainable development by bringing together public and private sector investors. It provides market intelligence, research, and data-driven insights to help fund impactful projects worldwide. Key resources include reports, tools, and case studies focused on scaling innovative finance.
Organisation
1 research item

Securing minerals for the energy transition: Unlocking the value chain through policy, investment and innovation

World Economic Forum
The report highlights the need for collaboration and innovation to secure a stable supply of critical minerals. These minerals are essential for the energy transition but face supply-demand imbalances. The report discusses financial and regulatory barriers and outlines solutions involving policy initiatives, stakeholder partnerships, and investment to ensure a sustainable, affordable, and available supply of critical minerals for clean energy technologies.
Research
23 September 2024

Assent

Commercial Organisations
Assent is a global leader in supply chain sustainability management, helping businesses comply with regulations like the Dodd-Frank Act and the EU Conflict Minerals Regulation. Assent provides tools for ESG compliance, responsible sourcing, and supply chain transparency, enabling companies to reduce risks and ensure ethical business practices across global operations.
Organisation
1 research item

Ulula

Commercial Organisations
Ulula offers innovative solutions for responsible supply chains and worker engagement. Their platform provides real-time data collection and analysis to help organisations monitor human rights risks and ensure ethical sourcing. Ulula enables businesses to drive transparency, reduce modern slavery risks, and meet global sustainability and compliance standards effectively.
Organisation
1 research item

3 degrees more: The impending hot season and how nature can help us prevent it

This three-part journal explores the severe impacts of a 3°C temperature rise on climate, biodiversity, agriculture, human survival, and the economy, emphasising the need for urgent climate action and nature-based solutions.
Research
7 June 2024

Shareaction's insuring disaster benchmark series

ShareAction
The "Insuring Disaster" series by ShareAction evaluates the responsible investment and underwriting practices of the world's largest insurers, focusing on their approaches to critical environmental and social issues. This benchmark series highlights the industry's impact on climate, biodiversity, and human rights, offering actionable recommendations for improvement.
Benchmark/series
17 May 2024

Addressing child labour: A guide for the private sector

United Nations Global Compact
This guide from the UN Global Compact Network UK offers businesses actionable strategies to eradicate child labour from global supply chains. It outlines the business case for tackling child labour, defines key concepts, and provides concrete steps for prevention, mitigation, and remediation. The guide emphasises the importance of policy commitment, supply chain oversight, and collaboration with stakeholders.
Research
12 June 2024

A new economy: Exploring the root causes of the polycrisis and the principles to unlock a sustainable future

Ernst & Young (EY)
The report examines the systemic flaws of the current economic model, highlighting ecological, social, and geoeconomic crises. It proposes transitioning to a regenerative economy based on principles of sufficiency, circularity, systems thinking, equity, and redefining value to achieve sustainable and equitable growth.
Research
31 May 2024
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