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KnowTheChain's benchmark tool

Business and Human Rights Resource Centre
KnowTheChain’s benchmark evaluates corporate efforts to address forced labour in global supply chains. It assesses companies across sectors using indicators such as worker rights, transparency, and risk management. This tool helps finance professionals and investors identify risks and drive improvements in corporate labour practices, promoting ethical and responsible investment decisions.
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Are high-interest loans predatory? Theory and evidence from payday lending

This report investigates whether high-interest payday loans are predatory by exploring borrower behaviour and the impact of regulatory measures. Using an experiment with payday loan borrowers, the study finds that while inexperienced borrowers are often overoptimistic about repayment, more experienced ones anticipate future borrowing accurately.
Research
13 May 2021

UNEP's state of finance for nature series

United Nations Environment Programme
This series tracks global financial flows to nature-based solutions (NbS) and highlights the gaps between current investments and what is needed to address biodiversity loss, land degradation, and climate change. It examines both public and private sector funding, while also focusing on nature-negative financial flows.
Benchmark/series

Certifications Red Flags tool

Rights CoLab
This tool helps finance professionals identify potential risks in investment certifications. It provides a structured framework for assessing the credibility of certifications, enhancing decision-making in responsible investment practices. Users can access key indicators of reliability and transparency in various certifications.
Online tool/database

Responsible contracting tool

Interfaith Center on Corporate Responsibility (ICCR)
The Responsible Contracting tool helps finance professionals assess and implement responsible contracting practices. It offers guidance on integrating sustainability into contract management, ensuring alignment with ESG objectives. This resource supports organisations in promoting ethical standards and accountability throughout the procurement process.
Online tool/database

Infrastructure for a climate-resilient future

Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)
The report outlines the critical role of climate-resilient infrastructure in addressing the increasing impacts of climate change. It emphasises the need for integrated planning, financing, and the adoption of nature-based solutions to enhance infrastructure resilience. The report also highlights the economic benefits and policy recommendations for building robust infrastructure systems globally, especially in developing countries.
Research
9 April 2024

FINRA's Risk Meter

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This tool helps individuals assess their susceptibility to investment fraud. It provides a quick, easy-to-use quiz to identify potential vulnerabilities based on behaviour and demographics, offering insight into personal risk factors for unethical financial schemes. Ideal for raising fraud awareness.
Online tool/database

FINRA's Fund Analyzer

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The FINRA Fund Analyzer helps finance professionals assess fees, expenses, and potential savings for mutual funds, ETFs, and exchange-traded products. It provides detailed cost comparisons and projections to support informed investment decisions. Suitable for evaluating long-term fund performance and cost efficiency in the UK and Australian markets.
Online tool/database

Aligning corporate value chains to global climate goals

Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi)
This discussion paper explores the importance of scope 3 emissions in corporate climate targets. It discusses challenges in current scope 3 target-setting practices, potential solutions, and strategies for decarbonising value chains. The report aims to enhance corporate climate action, aligning businesses with global climate goals while promoting stakeholder engagement for future standards.
Research
30 July 2024

Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi)

Finance / Corporate Focused NGOs & Think Tanks
Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) helps organisations set and achieve science-based emissions reduction targets to meet global climate goals. SBTi provides guidance, resources, and validation to ensure targets align with the Paris Agreement. It is a key platform for businesses seeking credible, measurable progress towards net-zero emissions and sustainability.
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1 research item

Standard for Responsible Mining and Mineral Processing 2.0

Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance (IRMA)
The IRMA Standard for Responsible Mining and Mineral Processing 2.0 (Draft Version) outlines best practices for mining, mineral development, and processing to enhance environmental and social responsibility. It aims to improve industry standards, promote transparency, and support compliance with local and international regulations.
Research
3 April 2024

IRMA Standard for Responsible Mining IRMA-STD-001

Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance (IRMA)
The Standard for Responsible Mining sets out best practices for industrial-scale mining. It focuses on social, environmental, and economic aspects, providing third-party certification for responsible performance. The Standard covers areas such as community engagement, human rights, and environmental management, aiming to promote transparency, improve mining practices, and support positive legacies for communities and ecosystems.
Research
27 June 2018

A practical guide for business: Air pollutant emission assessment

Stockholm Environment Institute
This guide provides businesses with a framework to quantify air pollutant emissions along their value chains. It offers methodologies for assessing emissions from key sources such as electricity, fuel combustion, and transportation, helping businesses reduce pollutants and support better health outcomes and environmental sustainability.
Research
13 December 2023

Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance (IRMA)

Issue Focused NGOs & Think Tanks
Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance (IRMA) sets global standards for responsible mining practices through independent third-party assessments. IRMA's mission is to protect communities and the environment by ensuring transparency, accountability, and ethical practices in the mining sector. The organisation's Standard for Responsible Mining covers diverse issues, from worker rights to environmental protection.
Organisation
2 research items

Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC)

Government Sponsored / Multilateral Organisations
Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC) is a global partnership working to reduce short-lived climate pollutants like methane, black carbon, and HFCs. By focusing on key sectors, CCAC promotes strategies that simultaneously improve air quality and combat climate change. Explore their initiatives to support sustainable development and climate resilience.
Organisation
1 research item

Material insights

Responsible Minerals Initiative (RMI)
Material Insights is a tool to help companies and stakeholders manage environmental, social, and governance (ESG) risks in mineral supply chains. It provides data-driven insights on specific minerals, supporting responsible sourcing and sustainability efforts in the raw materials sector.
Online tool/database
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