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Artificial intelligence risk management framework (AI RMF 1.0)

National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
This framework is a guide to promote safe, secure and transparent use of AI systems. The Framework provides four key functions – govern, map, measure and manage - with further categories and subcategories for risk management in AI systems.
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25 January 2023

Nature positive economies: Progress, lessons and next frontiers

World Wide Fund for Nature (World Wildlife Fund – WWF)
The report titled explores a six-year global partnership aimed at embedding natural capital into economic decision-making. It highlights key lessons, including the need for systemic change, collaboration across sectors, and nature-based solutions to build resilient, sustainable economies. The report provides case studies and frameworks to guide future efforts towards nature-positive economies.
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12 November 2022

Can investors save the planet? - NZAMI and fiduciary duty

The report evaluates asset managers' strategies aligning with the Race to Zero goal of limiting global warming while considering the possibility of a different climate scenario. It finds impactful environmental approaches might pose fiduciary challenges. Authors propose revising commitments to enhance climate impact while upholding fiduciary duties.
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1 December 2022

Catalytic capital: A key to aligning infrastructure investments with climate mitigation in emerging markets

Global Impact Investing Network (GIIN)
This report provides a roadmap for directing more institutional capital toward climate infrastructure financing in emerging markets. It identifies the importance of using catalytic capital and outlines four themes crucial to its effective use: targeting, speed, support, and analysis. The report offers recommendations for how to address climate challenges through targeted catalytic interventions.
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27 September 2023

From impacts to dependencies: A first global assessment of corporate biodiversity risk exposure and responses

The report unveils a significant gap in corporate biodiversity risk management, with $7.2tn exposed despite a 29% adoption rate of biodiversity policies among 11,812 sampled companies. It emphasises the inadequate response to biodiversity risks, especially in sectors highly reliant on biodiversity.
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10 June 2022

ESG investing in emerging markets – a roadmap towards net-zero

BNP Paribas
This report discusses the challenges in ESG investing for emerging markets due to varying standards in regulations and reporting. It also covers the importance of sovereign engagement and incorporating biodiversity in investment decisions. The lack of standardisation in data and regulation presents difficulties in generating sustainable investments.
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12 December 2023

Biodiversity in the balance: Hedging portfolio risks

Sustainalytics
The report illustrates increased NGO reporting, land use, and biodiversity incidents linked to industrial firms. With 31% of companies having no official management initiatives, investors are eager to address portfolio risks from biodiversity loss and deforestation. The report connects land use and biodiversity controversies with various risks, including operational, credit, market, physical, and systemic.
Research
9 January 2024

Oxford principles for net zero aligned carbon offsetting

Smith School of Enterprise and the Environment (University of Oxford)
This 2024 framework of four principles and guidance for organisations and standard bodies involved in offsetting practices. The revised principles emphasise the need for urgency in the reduction of emissions and the closing of the carbon removal gap, while maintaining transparency and integrity in all projects.
Research
26 February 2024

Climate scorpion – the sting is in the tail: Introducing planetary solvency

Global Systems Institute (University of Exeter)
The report explores the risks and impact of climate change on a global scale. The report emphasises the need for a realistic risk assessment urgently and laying out a blueprint on developing a Planetary Solvency framework.
Research
12 March 2024

Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors

Finance / Corporate Focused NGOs & Think Tanks
Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors (RPA) facilitates impactful giving by individuals, families, corporations, and foundations worldwide. With expertise in strategic planning, research, and management, RPA guides philanthropic efforts across diverse sectors. Their mission-driven approach empowers donors to address pressing social and environmental challenges effectively.
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1 research item

Global Partnership for Financial Inclusion (GPFI)

Finance Industry Groups
The Global Partnership for Financial Inclusion (GPFI) fosters inclusive finance worldwide, focusing on low-income individuals and small businesses. Through collaboration with diverse stakeholders, it develops policies and initiatives to expand access to financial services. GPFI promotes financial inclusion as a means to alleviate poverty and drive sustainable economic growth.
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1 research item

Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials (RSB)

Other Industry / Sector Specific Groups & Sponsored Organisations
The Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials (RSB) promotes sustainable practices in the biomass industry. It sets global standards for environmentally and socially responsible production of biomass materials. RSB fosters collaboration among stakeholders to ensure ethical and sustainable practices throughout the biomass supply chain.
Organisation
1 research item

The elephant in the room: Aligning global bonds markets with climate goals

Sustainable Finance Observatory
The global bond market is crucial for the achievement of the Paris Agreement's climate goals. This report analyses the alignment of corporate bonds with these goals while identifying challenges and proposing potential solutions, including the use of asset-level data and revaluation of benchmarks.
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26 June 2018

Do high-ability managers choose ESG projects that create shareholder value? Evidence from employee opinions

Are ESG projects compatible with shareholder value? Managers face a challenge when they decide which ESG projects to select with limited clarity on allowed investments. The paper uses MSCI ESG ratings and Glassdoor employee ratings to demonstrate that high-calibre managers put their resources towards ESG projects and thereby enhance shareholder value.
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24 June 2020

The materiality of sustainability for investors

This report discusses five sustainability trends that could impact investment portfolios over the long-term: climate change, multi-stakeholder driven society, resource degradation, demographic challenges, and technological revolution. The paper provides thought-provoking insight on the impacts of sustainability trends have on investment performance and how they are evolving investment decision-making frameworks.
Research
19 June 2020

Transformational investment: Converting global systemic risks into sustainable returns

Mercer
This report explores transformational investment while arguing that the global economy is under threat from long-term systemic risks. Rich Nuzum, President of Investments and Retirement at Mercer, called on institutional investors to help mitigate the risks through "long-term thinking" and "constructively tackling complicated problems".
Research
15 October 2020
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