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Frontierra

Commercial Research Providers
Frontierra is an environmental geospatial consultancy specialising in analysing nature-related risks, focusing on biodiversity and deforestation. They utilise geospatial data and satellite monitoring to bridge the information gap between organisations and their environmental impacts. Their services support compliance with legislation, assist in corporate sustainability reporting, and help meet climate change commitments.
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2 research items

Land and Climate Review

Commercial Research Providers
Land and Climate Review focuses on advancing dialogue and collaboration around land use and climate change issues. The organisation provides research, insights, and practical guidance to inform decision-makers. It aims to promote evidence-based solutions that enhance sustainable land management and climate resilience, supporting the integration of sustainability into finance practices.
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Finance for biodiversity: Guide on biodiversity measurement approaches

Finance for Biodiversity Foundation
The report offers financial institutions insights into measuring biodiversity impacts and dependencies through selected approaches, including sector and location screening, and biodiversity footprinting. It emphasises tools like ENCORE and IBAT, with a focus on alignment with global biodiversity goals and effective biodiversity risk assessment in portfolios.
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23 March 2024

Sustainable investing: Evidence from the field

This report surveys 509 equity portfolio managers on how they integrate environmental and social (ES) factors into investment decisions. Over 75% of respondents, including traditional investors, use ES factors, driven primarily by financial motivations. Constraints such as fund mandates influence these decisions, but most managers avoid sacrificing financial returns for ES performance.
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23 September 2024

Modern slavery and remediation - an investor's guide

First Sentier Investors
This guide explores the role of investors in addressing modern slavery within their portfolios. It provides practical steps for identifying risks, engaging investee companies, and enabling remediation when harm occurs. It includes case studies, recommendations, and legal frameworks to help investors meet their obligations and protect human rights.
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18 October 2024

Diversity matters even more: The case for holistic impact

McKinsey & Company
This report demonstrates that diverse leadership teams are linked to stronger financial performance, higher social and environmental impact, and more satisfied workforces. Covering data from 1,265 companies across 23 countries, the report highlights that companies with greater gender and ethnic diversity are more likely to outperform peers and contribute to sustainable, inclusive growth.
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5 December 2023

IFIS

Issue Focused NGOs & Think Tanks
International Food Information Service (IFIS) is a leading provider of scientific information on food and beverages. It offers access to research, data, and resources to support professionals and researchers in the food industry. IFIS is known for its database, FSTA, which delivers reliable, peer-reviewed content on food science and technology.
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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.
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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.
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2 October 2024

Financial system interactions with ecosystem tipping points: Evidence from the Brazilian Amazon and Indonesian peatlands

UCL Institute for Innovation and Public Purpose
Examining the interplay between financial systems and ecological thresholds, this research identifies pivotal financial flows linked to land use changes in the Brazilian Amazon and Indonesian peatlands. It proposes targeted interventions to steer these investments towards sustainable practices, emphasising the need for global policy alignment to mitigate the systemic risks posed by ecosystem tipping points.
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7 October 2024

Accelerating finance for nature: Barriers and recommendations for scaling private sector investment

PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)
This report assesses the barriers and opportunities for scaling private sector investment in natural capital. It outlines key recommendations, including the establishment of a Nature Finance Accelerator, to drive financial flows towards nature. The study highlights the importance of overcoming low returns, small deal sizes, and high transaction costs to attract private investment.
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5 May 2023

ESG and executive remuneration in Europe

The report examines the integration of ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) metrics into executive compensation strategies within Europe's largest listed companies. It analyses how ESG targets influence remuneration policies and explores concerns regarding their effectiveness. The report also discusses policy implications, highlighting the need for stronger corporate culture shifts to ensure sustainable business practices.
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6 May 2024

Climate-related litigation: recent trends and developments

Central Banks and Supervisors Network for Greening the Financial System
The report highlights the growing volume and diversity of climate-related litigation. It outlines legal trends targeting financial and non-financial institutions and governments, with significant implications for financial risks and reputational damage. The report emphasises the potential increase in litigation tied to climate disclosure laws, greenwashing, and corporate responsibilities.

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1 September 2023

Good Jobs First's violation tracker

Good Jobs First
Violation Tracker is a comprehensive database that tracks corporate misconduct in the United States and United Kingdom. It provides insights into violations, fines, and settlements across various sectors, helping finance professionals assess risks associated with corporate behaviour. This tool enhances transparency and accountability in corporate governance and compliance.
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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.
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1 July 2024

A director’s guide to mandatory climate reporting

MinterEllison
This guide covers Australia’s mandatory climate reporting, requiring large entities to disclose climate risks and opportunities from January 2025. It provides directors with practical steps for compliance, focusing on governance, strategy, and risk management, and encourages proactive engagement to build long-term organisational resilience.
Research
26 September 2024
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