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GRESB
GRESB (Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark) is an organisation providing ESG data and insights for the financial sector. It helps investors and managers evaluate ESG performance, enhance sustainability practices, and improve transparency in real estate and infrastructure investments.
Artificial intelligence and human rights investor toolkit
This toolkit aims to provide investors with guidance on how to navigate the intersecting terrain of AI and human rights. It covers the various aspects of AI implementation that have potentially significant implications for human rights, and how investors can engage with companies on these issues. Its focus is on emerging risks and opportunities for investors in the context of rapidly evolving technologies and the ethical challenges they pose.
Jefferies
Jefferies is a global investment bank and financial services company offering capital markets, advisory, trading, and research services. Known for its expertise in various industries, Jefferies provides strategic advice, equity and debt underwriting, and asset management. Visit Jefferies' website to learn about their innovative financial solutions and market insights.
Interfaith Center on Corporate Responsibility (ICCR)
The Interfaith Center on Corporate Responsibility (ICCR) is a coalition of faith-based investors advocating for sustainable and ethical business practices. ICCR engages companies on issues such as climate change, human rights, and corporate governance. They aim to promote long-term social and environmental sustainability in corporate conduct.
Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP)
Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP) is a leading professional association dedicated to advancing the practice of risk management. GARP provides education, certification, and networking opportunities for risk professionals. It offers globally recognised programs such as the Financial Risk Manager (FRM) certification.
Global Slavery Index
The Global Slavery Index (GSI) by Walk Free provides comprehensive data on the prevalence of modern slavery in 160 countries, detailing how many people are affected, their vulnerabilities, and governmental responses.
The Investment Integrated Project (TIIP)
The Transparency International Initiative Project (TIIP) is dedicated to enhancing transparency and integrity in global finance. TIIP focuses on combating corruption, promoting ethical business practices, and providing resources for financial institutions to integrate ESG (environmental, social, and governance) criteria.
PGIM
PIMCO Global Advisory (PGIM) is an investment management company based in the United States. They offer investment solutions across a variety of asset classes to institutional and individual investors. PGIM is a subsidiary of Prudential Financial, Inc.
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.
Cross Dependency Initiative (XDI)
XDI Systems (Cross Dependency Initiative) is a mission-driven company dedicated to accelerating action on climate change by embedding physical climate risk data in all decisions. As experts in physical climate risk, they provide actionable results to clients globally, collaborating with governments, NGOs, companies, banks, and communities to address climate challenges collaboratively.
Ethical Partners
Ethical Partners is an Australian investment management firm dedicated to responsible investing. With a focus on ethical considerations, they offer a range of investment solutions across various asset classes. Their approach integrates environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors to achieve sustainable financial returns while making a positive impact.
Right direction, wrong equipment: Why transition risks do not fit into regulatory stress tests
The authors of this report explore the challenges of integrating climate-related risks into regulatory stress tests. They demonstrate that supervisory risk assessment frameworks struggle to capture long-term systemic risks, and offer recommendations for developing a 'long-term risk;' supervision 'infrastructure.'
Is regulation enough? A review of UK master trusts' ESG policies
This report explores the approach to climate change risk by UK's largest master trusts. It examines 16 master trusts' ESG policies and practices, focusing on the work of the trustees and their engagement with investee companies on ESG practices and risk management. The report draws attention to some positive developments, showing that some schemes have incorporated ESG and/or climate change factors into their asset allocation strategy.
Do androids dream of responsible investment? Exploring responsible investment in the age of information
This report provides insight into the emerging responsible investment risks surrounding technology. The report covers four key areas of concern; bias and discrimination, manipulation and influencing behaviour, big tech and market dominance, and automation and the future of work, alongside case studies and recommended questions for asset owners.
Fossil fuel divestment strategies: Financial and carbon-related consequences
This study examines financial and carbon-related impacts of fossil fuel divestment strategies. Empirical analysis of a Canadian stock index suggests ethical divestment reduces carbon exposure and performs as well or better than the benchmark.
Net zero: Practical guide for finance teams
This guide is a valuable resource for organisations striving towards net zero emissions. From developing internal culture to accessing finance, this guide provides practical advice for finance teams seeking to develop an effective strategy.