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How the oil industry has sustained market dominance through policy influence

InfluenceMap
The report details how the oil and gas industry has systematically opposed renewable energy and electric vehicles through a long-standing narrative playbook. This opposition has hindered the global energy transition, contributing significantly to continued high emissions and delaying critical climate action.
Research
10 July 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

Developing a biodiversity policy: A technical guide for asset owners and investment managers

Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI)
This guide provides asset owners and investment managers with a structured approach to developing a biodiversity policy. It outlines the importance of addressing biodiversity loss, offers a five-step process for integrating biodiversity considerations into investment practices, and details key components of a comprehensive biodiversity policy, including governance, target setting, and risk management.
Research
9 April 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

Charting a greener course: The role of Sustainable Aviation Fuels in the net-zero transition

Climate Catalyst
This report examines the potential of sustainable aviation fuels (SAFs) in reducing the environmental impact of aviation. It highlights various types of SAFs, their scalability, and the critical role of investors in supporting high-integrity fuels to achieve net-zero emissions in the aviation sector.
Research
23 July 2024

Sustainable aviation fuel policy in the United States

Climate Catalyst
The policy summary discusses the US sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) policy, highlighting the favourable regulatory landscape, the Biden administration's support through tax credits and subsidies, and the SAF Grand Challenge. It also covers the different acts, state-level initiatives, and various financial mechanisms to bolster SAF production and adoption, comparing it with EU and UK policies.
Research
23 May 2024

Sustainable aviation fuel policy in the European Union (EU)

Climate Catalyst
The EU is developing a policy framework for sustainable aviation fuels (SAFs) to achieve net zero aviation. The ReFuelEU Aviation Initiative mandates SAF blending, with targets rising to 70% by 2050. Supporting measures include the Net Zero Industry Act and the EU Emissions Trading Scheme. Significant investment is required for this transition.
Research
23 May 2024

Lifetime emissions from aircraft under a net-zero carbon budget

The report evaluates the aviation sector's ability to meet net-zero CO2 emissions by 2050. It projects that current fleet emissions will exhaust half the sector's carbon budget by 2032, necessitating zero-emission aircraft by the mid-2030s to achieve climate goals.
Research
18 July 2024

The challenges of scaling up e-kerosene production in Europe

Transport and Environment
The report highlights the EU's efforts to meet sustainable aviation fuel targets through various projects. Despite a projected 1.7 Mt production capacity by 2030, challenges include regulatory loopholes, high production costs, limited renewable resources, and dependency on biogenic CO2.
Research
1 January 2024

Why does aviation need green hydrogen to decarbonise?

SASHA Coalition
This benchmark series on green hydrogen in aviation explores the UK's and EU's efforts to decarbonise the sector. It covers policy landscapes, innovation, and sustainable growth recommendations, providing essential insights for finance professionals in sustainable finance.
Benchmark/series

SASHA Coalition

Other Industry / Sector Specific Groups & Sponsored Organisations
SASHA Coalition advocates for green hydrogen to decarbonise aviation and shipping sectors. It unites industry leaders to promote policy and technological advancements, aiming to address the Green Hydrogen Gap in the UK and EU.
Organisation
2 research items

Global sector strategies: Investor actions to align the aviation sector with the IEA's 1.5°C decarbonisation pathway

Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI)
The report outlines investor actions needed to align the aviation sector with the IEA's 1.5°C decarbonisation pathway, emphasising sustainable aviation fuels, significant investment in new technologies, demand management, and avoiding carbon offsets. It aims to accelerate the sector's transition to net-zero emissions, ensuring climate goals are met by 2050.
Research
9 March 2022

The high-integrity sustainable aviation fuels handbook

Environmental Defense Fund
The handbook provides introduction to sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) and guidance for the development and deployment SAF. It emphasises the need for robust sustainability criteria, transparent accounting systems and a life-cycle assessment approach to ensure significant emissions reductions compared to conventional jet fuel. It also offers policy recommendations to support the growth of SAF in the aviation industry.
Research
22 August 2022

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

Ernst & Young (EY)

Commercial Research Providers
Ernst & Young (EY) is a global professional services organisation offering audit, tax, transaction, and advisory services. EY helps businesses navigate complex challenges, improve performance, and manage risk. Their expertise includes digital transformation, sustainability, and strategic growth.
Organisation
2 research items

Making net-zero aviation possible: An industry-backed, 1.5°C-aligned transition strategy

Mission Possible Partnership (MPP)
The report outlines a 1.5°C-aligned transition strategy for decarbonising the aviation sector by 2050. It provides tools and milestones, to guide public and private sector decision-makers in achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions through sustainable aviation fuels, novel propulsion technologies, and efficiency improvements. The strategy emphasises collaboration across the aviation value chain to meet the ambitious climate targets.
Research
17 November 2022
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