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The environmental pillar in ESG (environmental, social, and governance) assesses an organisation’s impact on the planet. It includes issues such as climate change, biodiversity, waste management and water management. Strong environmental practices help businesses reduce risks, comply with regulations, and drive long-term sustainability.

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Catalysing bank climate action: Lessons from the inside

Climate Safe Lending Network
This report shares insights from the Climate Safe Lending Fellowship, a programme for banking professionals committed to accelerating the decarbonisation of their institutions. The report offers practical approaches and tools used by climate intrapreneurs to help their banks transition toward climate-safe banking.
Research
28 June 2022

The TNFD nature-related risk and opportunity management and disclosure framework: Beta v0.1 release

Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD)
The Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) has released a beta version of its Nature-related Risk and Opportunity Management and Disclosure Framework. The framework aims to deliver a risk management and disclosure framework for organisations to report and act on evolving nature-related risks and opportunities.
Research
17 March 2022

Prosperity without growth: The transition to a sustainable economy

The authors of this report argue that society's pursuit of economic growth has been detrimental to the environment and economic sustainability. The report challenges traditional thinking around the benefits of growth and argues for a new macro-economics for sustainability.
Research
27 March 2009

Investor primer to transition risk analysis

Kepler Cheuvreux
This report focuses on scenario analysis as a tool for assessing climate and energy transition risks that traditional financial analysis may not capture. It gives insight into the conceptual and methodological underpinnings of scenario analysis, drawing on models from The CO-Firm and KECH climate research.
Research
31 January 2018

Insuring a low carbon future: A practical guide for insurers on managing climate-related risks and opportunities

ShareAction
This report explores how climate awareness is being integrated into underwriting, investment, and group-wide risk management practices in the insurance industry. It identifies common barriers and presents a practical framework of eight building blocks relevant for insurers introducing and developing climate strategies. Based on interviews with 14 proactive insurers.
Research
11 September 2019

Point of no return 2023: Part IV: Climate and biodiversity

ShareAction
This report assesses the climate and biodiversity policies and practices of 77 of the world’s largest asset managers, who collectively hold over $77 trillion in assets. The report finds that asset managers need stronger and more comprehensive net-zero targets, consistent with limiting biodiversity loss, and a greater focus on climate scenario analysis.
Research
2 June 2023

Modern temperatures in central–north Greenland warmest in past millennium

Greenland's central and north regions have recorded their warmest temperatures in over a millennium. Scientific data showed that temperatures have risen by an average of 1.5 ± 0.4 degrees Celsius, which is above the range of pre-industrial temperature variability. The warming followed a long-term trend that is likely connected to anthropogenic effects.
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18 January 2023

Investing in the living wage: A toolkit for responsible investors

ShareAction
This toolkit details low pay risks for investors, particularly in industries such as retail, hospitality, and care homes. The toolkit urges investors to proactively tackle low pay issues by promoting the Living Wage through collaborative engagement, integrating ESG concerns into policies and guidelines, and encouraging incentive schemes in this area.
Research
26 September 2020

Climate change analysis in the investment process

CFA Institute
This report emphasises the need for investors to consider the physical and transitional risks of climate change in their portfolios. It highlights the importance of integrating carbon pricing and scenario analysis into investment processes. The report advocates for greater education and improved disclosure from issuers to facilitate better climate-related analysis.
Research
15 September 2020

A sewing kit for living wages: Pathways to living wages in global garment supply chains

Oxfam
The report provides a roadmap for textile brands to commit and implement living wages in their supply chains, as well as explain the importance of providing decent wages to workers.
Research
4 September 2017

Greenlight or gaslight? The transition minerals dilemma for Australia

Jubilee Australia
This report highlights the risks associated with the global dependency on transition minerals for a carbon-free future. It explores potential oversupply and undersupply risks, supply chain ethics, and the environmental impacts of mining such minerals in Australia.
Research
3 May 2023

Aligning to a net zero pathway: Top tips for pension scheme trustees

Accounting for Sustainability (A4S)
This report provides practical insights for pension scheme trustees in aligning their investments with a net zero pathway. The guide's tips are broadly applicable to pension funds across the globe. It defines "net zero," the challenges and opportunities facing trustees, and the importance of stakeholder engagement in crafting a successful transition.
Research
15 October 2021

Managing nature risks and investing in the opportunities: Top tips for pension fund chairs and trustees

Accounting for Sustainability (A4S)
This report provides top tips to pension fund chairs and trustees on managing nature risks and investing in opportunities. With insights from industry professionals, it highlights the importance of nature for long-term market returns and discusses emerging regulation to guide action, while offering practical advice on how to identify risks and integrate nature into stewardship plans.
Research
18 October 2023

A toolbox of sustainable crisis response measures for central banks and supervisors – second edition: Lessons from practice

Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change and the Environment
This report is a toolbox of options for central banks and supervisors to align crisis response measures with climate and sustainability objectives. The second edition includes an extended analysis of sustainability-linked measures. It also highlights the importance of moving from voluntary to mandatory environmental reporting and recommends efficient disclosure to regulated financial institutions.
Research
1 November 2020

Intentionally designed endowment primer

Intentional Endowments Network
This primer provides insight into aligning endowment investments with institutional missions while considering sustainability. The report includes strategic questions, background, examples, and relevant research. Intended for fiduciaries, this primer encourages institutional acceptance and deployment of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria to facilitate profitable sustainability while advancing social purpose.
Research
29 August 2019

Future of sustainability in investment management: From ideas to reality

CFA Institute
This report examines sustainable investing, considering the increasing investor demand for ESG factors and how to adapt to the sustainability paradigm. It identifies business model and investment model drivers, as well as operating and people model enablers and the challenges and skills required for integrating ESG.
Research
25 November 2020
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