This paper shares key ESG integration trends that Russell Investments has found in the fixed income market. It is based off observations derived from their 2019 Annual ESG Manager Survey and discussions with fixed income market practitioners looking at ESG considerations and implementations in their investment process.

This guide created by BMO Global Asset Management shows how and why they incorporate ESG factors and stewardship activities into their corporate fixed income investments and engagement approach. The guide also looks at how the growing sustainable bonds market is enabling fixed income investors to align investments with sustainability goals.

A research study conducted by the Barclays Research team seeking to assess the link between environmental, social and governance (ESG) ratings and credit portfolio performance. In addition, the report provides a general overview over sustainable investing and the top trends driving the rapid rise of its popularity.

The Powered Ascent report is the second in the T100 Impact Portfolio Series. The T100 Project is a longitudinal study of the impact investing experience of Toniic 100% Impact Network members. The report combines an analysis of investment portfolio data from 76 members with stories of their personal journeys.

This is a guide for fixed income investors to implement responsible investment (RI) principles. A key application is using environmental, social and governance (ESG) integration to determine an issuer's creditworthiness. Motivations for applying RI in fixed income vary from pursuing financial value through the management of risks and opportunities to ethical motivations and reputational concerns.

Founded in 2010, Toniic is the global action community for impact investors. As a non-profit member organisation, Toniic serves individuals, family offices, foundations, endowments, investment companies, and members of the public, committed to aligning their investments with their values across all asset classes.

ShareAction, formally known as FairPensions, is a charity focused on propelling a shift towards responsible investment. Their vision entails transforming the investment system into one that better serves savers, society and the environment.

Asia Research and Engagement is an independent environmental, social and governance (ESG) risk and strategy consulting firm, working to integrate sustainability and governance factors into processes for investors, banks, companies and not-for-profits.

The report highlights key findings from Morgan Stanley’s Sustainable Signals survey. It focuses on individual investor attitudes, adoption rates and barriers to sustainable investment’s position in mainstream strategies. It supports the case for asset managers and financial advisors to expand solutions and capabilities in order to keep pace with increasing investor demand.

This report describes how a philanthropic organisation uses impact investing throughout its portfolio. Society has changed its view on ethical investing, and The Russell Family Foundation has implemented this in their mission. Three pillars of their portfolio target social, environmental and financial areas of investing, and these allow them to achieve their company objectives.

The Russell Family Foundation was founded to create a quiet, sustained, positive impact in the larger community. Their vision for impacting others is seen through their investment in targeting social, environmental and financial goals.

Inflection Point is a research and data-driven investment advisory boutique, providing environmental, social and governance (ESG) and sustainable investment research that supports La Française Group’s portfolio managers across equities and fixed income.

Responsible Investment Association Australasia (RIAA) advocates for responsible investing and a sustainable financial system in Australia and New Zealand. Dedicated to its members, RIAA offers research, events and a professional network that engages its members to create a more responsible finance sector.

This report aims to integrate Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into the business reporting process. This is done by providing perspectives and recommendations on key parameters to effectively inform investor decision-making processes. This report builds on current available disclosures and does not intend to create a new reporting framework.

The nine planetary boundaries offer an approach to global sustainability where humanity can safely operate and avoid major human-induced environmental change on a global scale. The article argues that three of the planetary boundaries are already transgressed, including: climate change, biodiversity loss and the global nitrogen cycle.

The Matrix provides industry specific ideas for action and industry specific practical examples for each relevant SDG. It profiles opportunities which companies expect to create value for shareholders as well as for society.