This report explores the private investment landscape for plastics circularity, providing key insights from the Plastics Circularity Investment Tracker. It reveals that while $32 billion is invested annually, this is far below the $1 trillion needed to meet global 2040 targets. Emerging markets, which account for significant plastic pollution, receive only 6% of total investments.

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.

The report explores strategies for financially including young women, particularly in low-income countries. It highlights key components such as product design, delivery, financial capability building, and social intermediation, and addresses how financial services can be tailored to meet the specific needs of different segments of young women, making it both impactful and commercially viable for financial service providers.

The report outlines global energy transition goals, including tripling renewable energy capacity and doubling energy efficiency by 2030. It provides guidance for achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, emphasising the importance of international cooperation, investment in grids and storage, and just, equitable transitions away from fossil fuels. The report highlights key challenges and opportunities for accelerating clean energy adoption globally.

This report outlines an intersectional approach to inclusion at work, focusing on neurodivergent and marginalised groups. The author proposes six evidence-based principles, emphasising the need for systemic inclusion, transparency, and fairness to remove barriers and foster a more inclusive workplace for all employees.

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.

This paper outlines key strategies for policymakers and regulators to foster women's financial inclusion. It emphasises addressing societal barriers, leveraging digital financial services, and promoting regulatory frameworks. By advancing gender equity in finance, it contributes to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals, with a focus on economic empowerment, reducing inequalities, and fostering inclusive growth.

This handbook provides a comprehensive overview of artificial intelligence (AI) and big data applications in investments. It covers topics such as machine learning, natural language processing, trading algorithms, and AI-driven customer service. Aimed at finance professionals, it offers insights into practical use cases, challenges, and evolving trends in AI adoption, making it a valuable resource for those navigating the integration of these technologies in investment strategies.

This report explores the vital role libraries play in advancing education for sustainable development (ESD). It highlights libraries’ contributions to knowledge sharing, digital access, and community engagement, promoting global networks and open educational resources to support the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)​.

This report explores the transition from financial inclusion to financial health, emphasising the need for accessible, high-quality financial services. It highlights that while inclusion is essential, poor service provision or lack of financial literacy can undermine financial health. Public policy recommendations focus on financial literacy, consumer protection, and regulatory measures.

The report analyses how campaigns by major institutional investors significantly boosted gender diversity on corporate boards. From 2017 to 2019, these initiatives increased female directorships by encouraging firms to broaden candidate searches and reduce the focus on executive experience, indicating impactful, non-tokenistic change.

The report discusses emissions attribution analysis for net-zero investment portfolios. It highlights key decarbonisation drivers, including portfolio reallocation, real-world emissions reductions, and changes in data coverage. The analysis helps financial professionals understand and steer investment strategies toward decarbonisation, aligning with climate goals set by the UN-convened Net-Zero Asset Owner Alliance.

This report explores the global issue of aquatic food loss and waste (FLW), quantifying it across various species and product types. In 2021, approximately 14.8% of aquatic foods were lost or wasted globally. The report identifies hotspots, outlines key drivers, and suggests targeted interventions to enhance sustainability in the aquatic food industry.

This report presents a multi-asset class decarbonisation framework aimed at bridging the global climate investment gap and guiding financial institutions in capital allocation strategies to decarbonise the real economy. The framework includes steps to set emission reduction targets, allocate capital accordingly, and monitor progress using metrics like the Net Zero Deviation Index (NZDI), while emphasising collaboration with policymakers and stakeholders.

This report provides guidance for government officials on screening investments in agriculture and food systems to ensure responsible practices. It outlines due diligence processes to assess investors, potential risks, and benefits while promoting sustainable development. The toolkit includes adaptable screening tools to identify responsible projects and enhance transparency in investment decisions.

This report outlines circular economy practices within the industrial goods sector, assessing actions taken by approximately 50 companies. It categorises their efforts into five key areas, highlighting examples of innovation and collaboration to advance sustainability while minimising waste and resource consumption in production processes.