Women on FTSE 350 boards still to hit 33% target

ES issues gaining more support from female fund managers 

February 10, 2023


Female fund managers support environmental and social (ES) proposals more than governance proposals, according to the European Corporate Governance Institute (ECGI). 

The Voting Behaviour of Women-Led Mutual

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DoL, Department of Labor

Republicans challenge DOL’s ESG rule 

February 8, 2023


In the latest anti-ESG action taken in the US, Republicans in the Senate and House have filed joint bills to nullify the Department of Labor’s (DOL’s) new ESG rule for retirement plans.  …

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FRC plans common framework for 2023 

February 2, 2023


The UK’s Financial Reporting Council (FRC) has committed to developing a common framework for ESG reporting in the country over the coming year.  

The ‘FRC ESG Statement of Intent: What’s

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Sustainable Finance Definition written within the EU Taxonomy

Stakeholder group flags issues with EU Taxonomy

January 27, 2023


The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has been urged to clarify the label and scope of Article 8 and Article 9 products.

In a letter, the Securities and …

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Investors back EU plan for human rights due diligence rules

European trade groups propose amendments to CS3D 

January 24, 2023


Several major European trade bodies have joined forces to urge the European Parliament and Council to amend the due diligence framework.  

Twenty-seven European trade organisations have proposed recommendations to enhance …

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UNGC finds CEOs off track for 2030 goals

January 10, 2023


CEOs must accelerate their work in sustainability in order to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030, according to new research by the United Nations.  

The UN Global

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Major UK FS bill lacks net-zero provisions 


January 19, 2023

The UK’s House of Lords has urged the Financial Services and Markets Bill must be amended to facilitate the transition to a net-zero economy. 

During the bill’s second reading at …

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2022 in review: ESG at the crossroads


December 23, 2022

With 2022 coming to a close, Minerva takes a brief look at the major trends seen this year and comments on the future of ESG investing.

Whilst responsible or ESG …

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UK gov repeals Green Taxonomy technical deadline

December 22, 2022


The UK government will not make any secondary legislation under the Taxonomy Regulations, with policymakers set to revoke their legal obligation to seal the climate segment of the upcoming rules …

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Australian banks intend to reduce climate-risk exposure  

December 9th, 2022


Australia’s largest banks expect to reduce exposure to climate-risk affected industries, according to new research by the Australian Prudential Regulation authority (APRA). 

The Climate Vulnerability Assessment revealed banks intend …

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