Council on Smallholder Agricultural Finance (CSAF) is a global alliance of impact-focused lenders supporting agricultural SMEs in developing markets. It promotes responsible lending, ESG principles, and industry standards while sharing data and insights to strengthen sustainable finance for smallholder farmers and inclusive agricultural value chains.

The report argues shareholder proposals are a key investor right, enabling engagement on governance and ESG risks, improving corporate accountability and long-term value. It highlights regulatory frameworks, practical impacts across sectors, and emerging threats to this mechanism within US capital markets.

GlobeScan is a global insights and advisory consultancy specialising in sustainability, trust and stakeholder engagement. It delivers evidence-based research, public opinion data and strategic advice to businesses, NGOs and governments, helping organisations understand societal expectations, manage risk, and develop sustainable strategies that create long-term value and strengthen reputation.

Transparency International (TI) is a global non-governmental organisation working in over 100 countries to combat corruption and promote transparency, accountability and integrity. Through research, advocacy and tools such as the Corruption Perceptions Index, it supports governments, businesses and civil society to strengthen governance and reduce corruption risks worldwide.

US Sustainable Investment Forum (US SIF) is a leading membership association advancing sustainable, responsible and impact investing across US capital markets. It provides research, policy advocacy, education and industry convening to promote ESG integration, transparency and long-term value creation for investors and financial professionals.

The US SIF Proxy Proposal Archive is a public database providing access to over 7,000 shareholder proposals filed at US companies, alongside detailed research reports and annual briefings. It enables analysis of environmental, social and governance (ESG) trends, supporting investors in evaluating proxy voting issues and corporate engagement.

This report argues that banks and investors are enabling US petrochemical expansion despite rising market, legal, climate and public health risks, identifying major financiers and investors while warning that continued support may expose them to financial, reputational and regulatory harm.

Texas Campaign for the Environment (TCE) is a grassroots environmental organisation focused on pollution reduction, climate advocacy and environmental justice in Texas. It supports communities through campaigns on fossil fuels, waste and recycling, and corporate accountability, promoting clean air, water and sustainable policy change.

Center for International Environmental Law (CIEL) is a non-profit organisation using international law to address climate change, environmental justice and human rights. It conducts legal research, advocacy and policy work on issues such as plastics, fossil fuels and corporate accountability, supporting sustainable development and informed decision-making in global environmental governance.

The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is a global environmental non-profit organisation focused on conserving lands, waters and biodiversity. It uses science-based conservation, partnerships and sustainable finance approaches to address climate change and habitat loss, supporting nature-based solutions that benefit ecosystems, communities and long-term environmental resilience worldwide.

Planet is a space technology company providing Earth observation data through a large fleet of satellites. It delivers high-resolution satellite imagery and geospatial analytics to monitor environmental change, agriculture and infrastructure. Its platform supports decision-making across climate, finance and government sectors using near-daily global imaging insights.

Microsoft Corporation is a global technology company delivering software, cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and hardware solutions. Its products include Windows, Microsoft 365, Azure, and Xbox. Serving businesses and consumers worldwide, Microsoft supports digital transformation, productivity, and enterprise services through integrated platforms, developer tools, and secure cloud-based technologies.

University of Maryland (UMD) is a leading public research university in the United States, known for academic excellence, innovation and interdisciplinary research. Based in College Park, UMD offers diverse degree programmes and collaborates with government and industry to address global challenges in science, technology, public policy and sustainability.

Natural Resource Governance Institute (NRGI) is a global non-profit organisation focused on improving governance of oil, gas and mineral resources. It provides research, policy analysis and tools such as the Resource Governance Index to promote transparency, accountability and sustainable development, supporting decision-making on extractives and the energy transition.

Open Society Foundations (OSF) is a global philanthropic network founded by George Soros that funds civil society organisations, research, and advocacy to promote human rights, democratic governance, and justice. Through grants, impact investing, and policy engagement, it supports initiatives advancing equity, transparency, and accountable institutions across more than 120 countries worldwide.

Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) is a UK-based defence and security think tank producing research, analysis and policy insights on international security, terrorism, cyber threats and financial crime. Founded in 1831, it convenes experts, publishes reports and informs government and public debate on global security challenges.