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Transition risks in the automotive sector

Kepler Cheuvreux
This report analyses the potential valuation of BMW, Daimler, and Volkswagen under two different climate change scenarios and pathways. The study reveals insights for equity analysis and company engagement with sensitivity to regional and technological factors. Authors present a warning not to see findings as investment recommendations or forecast.
Research
2 August 2018

Making global goals local business: A new era for responsible business

United Nations Global Compact
This report highlights the need for private sector involvement in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the 2030 Agenda. It showcases the progress made so far by various companies and organisations and the role they play in building a better world through responsible business practices.
Research
17 May 2018

Integrating child rights across the ASX: A UNICEF investor tool benchmarking report series

Ethical Partners
This benchmark report series, "Integrating Child Rights across the ASX," by UNICEF and Ethical Partners Funds Management, assesses and guides ASX companies on integrating children's rights into ESG practices, offering a framework and practical steps for improvement.
Research
2 September 2022

The importance of resource security for poverty eradication

This report analyses the impact of resource scarcity on national economies and poverty. It found that 72% of the world’s population live in countries with biocapacity deficits and below-average income, creating an ecological poverty trap. Biological resource security is crucial for development success.
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26 April 2021

Earth beyond six of nine planetary boundaries

Six of nine planetary boundaries are exceeding safe thresholds, with ocean acidification and aerosol loading at tipping points. Maintaining functional biosphere integrity requires controlling human appropriation of net primary production. Earth system modelling illustrates the need to consider anthropogenic impacts on Earth in a systemic way.
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9 September 2023

Shareholder primacy: The main barrier to sustainable companies

This report analyses the role of company law in achieving sustainable development, focusing on the dominance of shareholder primacy and its impact on corporate decision-making. It evaluates barriers to integrating sustainability, and provides possible ways forward. An essential comparative analysis for academics and professionals interested in promoting sustainable business practices.
Research
25 September 2015

Directors' liability and climate risk: White paper on India

Commonwealth Climate and Law Initiative
This paper explores the legal obligations of directors in addressing climate risk and mitigating their environmental impact. This report studies the duties of directors in relation to trust and loyalty, competence, disclosure, and their application in the context of climate risk, according to existing company and securities laws in India.
Research
3 October 2021

An enhanced assessment of risks impacting the energy system

Klynveld Peat Marwick Goerdeler International (KPMG International)
This report assesses the risks impacting the energy system. It explores the challenges, uncertainties, and opportunities organizations face in the near-term and long-term. The Dynamic Risk Assessment methodology is designed to incorporate future trends and their potential downstream exposures into risk management processes.
Research
5 July 2021

Beyond diversity: Equity and inclusion as an overlooked opportunity for investors

Regnan
This report argues that equity and inclusion, rather than diversity alone, are key drivers of business performance. It outlines organisational practices and leadership behaviours that foster inclusion, enabling diverse talent to contribute fully. Investors are encouraged to prioritise structural inclusion metrics over representational data for meaningful performance insights.
Research
27 July 2021

Climate endgame: Exploring catastrophic climate change scenarios

This report explores the potential for worldwide societal collapse and human extinction due to anthropogenic climate change. It argues that this topic has not been given enough consideration despite existing evidence of catastrophic outcomes. The proposed research agenda seeks to understand the likelihood and mechanisms of such events and their implications for policy.
Research
29 July 2022

Acute climate risks in the financial system: Examining the utility of climate model projections

This research examines the effectiveness of global mean temperature projections as a tool for identifying acute climate risks to the financial sector. The study highlights the limitations of current 'top-down' approaches and recommends the use of more granular 'bottom-up' methods to more accurately estimate regional-level financial risks.
Research
18 August 2022

Social tipping dynamics for stabilizing Earth’s climate by 2050

This report identifies the key actors capable of rapidly decarbonising industry, society, and economy, suggesting six social tipping elements to stabilise Earth's climate by 2050. The research provides social tipping elements candidates with their associated social tipping interventions and estimated time for triggering tipping.
Research
4 February 2020

Guidance and case studies for ESG integration: Equities and fixed income

Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI)
The CFA Institute and Principles for Responsible Investment commissioned a survey on ESG integration, revealing that 56% of investors integrate governance into their equity analysis. Analysts may engage in ESG in fixed-income analysis to evaluate the risks and value of assets. ESG issues help investors arrive at estimates of fair stock value.
Research
7 September 2018

A4S essential guide to incentivizing action along the value chain

Accounting for Sustainability (A4S)
This is a practical guide for finance teams to collaborate with their value chains and promote sustainability. The guide delves into mapping the value chain, prioritising areas of action, incentivising action, and provides useful tips, resources, and a checklist.
Research
21 September 2022

Navigating a new era of business and human rights

Business and Human Rights Resource Centre
This book highlights the intersection of corporate practices and human rights. It explores evolving challenges, regulatory landscapes, and the importance of collaborative, ethical business conduct. Key themes include transparency, state roles, and the human rights-based approach, offering insights for stakeholders to navigate this complex field.
Research
7 August 2019

Sustainable finance forum: Legal opinion 2019

The Aotearoa Circle
This report, and legal opinion, lays out the current legal obligations on directors of New Zealand companies and retail managed investment schemes to address climate risks. It finds that these obligations are evolving and expanding, driven by the growing recognition of the material financial risk climate change presents for businesses.
Research
29 October 2019
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