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The purpose of investor stewardship

This paper critically examines investor stewardship, shifting from traditional shareholder-focused governance towards "enlightened stewardship." It advocates balancing fiduciary duties with broader societal and environmental considerations. Analysing the evolution of the UK Stewardship Code, it highlights a systemic shift to integrate sustainability and stakeholder concerns alongside financial returns for long-term value creation.
Research
23 January 2025

AASB Standards Portal

Australian Government
The AASB Standards Portal provides access to Australian Accounting Standards and Sustainability Reporting Standards, detailing requirements for financial reporting and climate-related disclosures. It serves as a resource for entities to ensure compliance with Australian financial reporting obligations.
Online tool/database

Understanding company-community relations toolkit

International Council on Mining and Metals
This toolkit provides a structured approach for companies to understand the basis for community support and how to measure perceptions of support. It enables companies to identify the reasons why community support may be lacking at a project or operation and develop targeted approaches for improving company-community relationships.
Research
2 December 2015

First Nations investment screening approach

Clean Energy Finance Corporation
This document provides a clear and concise example of how to screen investments for potential financed impacts to Indigenous Peoples, including both positive and negative impacts. The screening approach described was developed in consultation with First Nations representatives.
Research
24 March 2024

The role of government in corporate governance: Perspectives from the UK

The report examines the UK government's role in corporate governance, identifying four key functions: enhancing competitive advantage, compensating for self-regulation failures, preventing corporate scandals, and reassuring the public of its oversight. It evaluates regulatory frameworks, corporate failures, and policy developments, highlighting implications for governance, politics, and economic stability.
Research
31 January 2011

Investor expectations for corporate just transition planning

Investor Group on Climate Change
The report outlines investor expectations for corporate just transition planning, offering a framework for assessing companies' strategies in transitioning to a net zero economy. It highlights key principles, including stakeholder engagement, economic stability, and social equity. Investors are advised to evaluate transparency, governance, and worker support measures to ensure responsible and sustainable corporate transitions.
Research
6 November 2024

Storm clouds and silver linings: Long-term investing in an age of geopolitical uncertainty

FCLTGlobal
The report explores the impact of geopolitical uncertainty on long-term investing, highlighting risks and opportunities for institutional investors. It emphasises the need for integrating geopolitical considerations into investment strategies, governance, and decision-making frameworks. The report provides practical tools for investors to assess geopolitical resilience, manage risks, and engage with stakeholders while balancing short-term pressures with long-term value creation.
Research
9 April 2024

Sustainable development report interactive map

Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN)
The Sustainable Development Report's interactive map evaluates the progress of all 193 UN Member States towards the 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Each country's performance is scored, with 100 indicating full achievement. Users can explore individual goals and assess transboundary impacts through the Spillover Index.
Online tool/database

Introducing a standardised framework for escalating engagement with companies

ShareAction
ShareAction’s report introduces a standardised escalation framework for investors to engage with companies on environmental and social issues. It outlines an escalation toolkit and pathway to ensure structured, transparent, and time-bound engagement. The framework aims to enhance investor accountability, drive systemic change, and improve corporate sustainability practices through clear expectations, reporting, and enforcement mechanisms.
Research
6 December 2023

Contextualising ESG funds' engagement strategies in Asia

The report examines the engagement strategies of ESG funds in Asia, highlighting the unique challenges posed by regulatory constraints, concentrated ownership, and political influences. Using a structured engagement pyramid, the study categorises ESG fund strategies, ranging from investment screening to direct corporate control. Despite obstacles, notable regional features can support ESG initiatives, such as shareholder voting mechanisms and strategic collaborations. The report provides insights into how ESG funds navigate these challenges to influence corporate governance and sustainability outcomes in Asia.
Research
16 October 2024

How to build a better ESG fund classification system

CFA Institute
The report outlines the challenges of ESG fund classification and proposes a structured framework based on three observable features: ESG information use for risk-adjusted returns, policies controlling ESG exposure, and explicit impact objectives. It critiques existing regulatory approaches and suggests improvements for investor clarity, regulatory effectiveness, and research utility.
Research
10 September 2024

Free Prior and Informed Consent: An indigenous peoples’ right and a good practice for local communities

Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations
This manual explores the unique characteristics of indigenous food systems. It highlights their sustainability and resilience, particularly in the context of climate change, and underscores the importance of preserving and learning from these traditional practices.
Research
5 October 2016

Stakeholder engagement: A good practice handbook for companies doing business in emerging markets

International Finance Corporation
This guide offers a comprehensive framework for involving stakeholders in development projects. They aim to achieve effective communication, transparency, and inclusive participation, ensuring that the concerns and interests of all stakeholders, including vulnerable groups, are considered. This promotes better project outcomes, reduces risks, builds trust, and fosters sustainable and equitable development.
Research
16 May 2007

IFC performance standard 7: Indigenous Peoples

International Finance Corporation
The IFC Performance Standard 7 provides guidelines for engaging with Indigenous Peoples to ensure respect for their rights, cultures, and traditional knowledge in development projects. It aims to achieve free, prior, and informed consent, mitigate adverse impacts, and foster benefits-sharing, ensuring sustainable and culturally appropriate development while reducing risks and enhancing relationships between investors, developers, and indigenous communities.
Research
1 January 2012

The Tkarihwaié: RI code of ethical conduct to endure respect for the cultural and intellectual heritage of indigenous and local communities

United Nations Environment Programme
Developed in consultation with Indigenous Peoples, this code of ethical conduct aims to ensure respect for the cultural and Intellectual Heritage of Indigenous and Local Communities relevant to the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Biological Diversity. The code is intended to provide a collaborative framework ensuring the effective participation and prior informed consent or involvement and approval of indigenous and local communities in activities, including research proposed, on their knowledge, territories and related resources.
Research
31 December 2011

Akwé: Kon guidelines

United Nations Environment Programme
Developed in consultation with Indigenous Peoples, this document contains voluntary guidelines for the conduct of cultural, environmental and social impact assessments regarding developments proposed to take place on, or which are likely to impact on, sacred sites and on lands and waters traditionally occupied or used by indigenous and local communities.
Research
31 December 2004
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