UN says banks responsible for human rights
October 8, 2021
Banks holding shares on behalf of clients are still responsible for human rights due diligence at the companies whose shares they hold, according to the UN.
The UN’s Office …
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IOSCO issues recommendations on ESG ratings
October 8, 2021
The International Organisation of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) plans to establish a framework for members to understand and mitigate potential risks in working with ESG ratings and data providers.
The experience of …
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Asian asset owners seek to lead continent’s decarbonisation push
October 1, 2021
A group of leading Asian institutions with $4trn under management have launched a new collaboration aiming to lead the continent’s push for decarbonisation in line with the 2015 …
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Japan investors flex muscles in 2021 proxy season
October 1, 2021
Investors in Japanese listed companies pushed boards on director independence, diversity, and climate change in this year’s proxy voting season, according to a new review.
In a newsletter distributed …
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‘Short-termism’ hampers human rights efforts
Reports findings based on analysis of UNGPs integration by investors
September 24, 2021
Barriers to addressing human rights breaches in investment pipelines remain despite significant strides made over the past decade, a UN Working Group …
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Minerva founding member of net zero alliance
September 24, 2021
Minerva Analytics and our strategic partners at Solactive are proud to announce we are founding members of the Net Zero Financial Service Provider Alliance (NZFSPA).
This new Alliance marks the …
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CMA publishes guidance to tackle Greenwashing
September 24, 2021
The Competitions and Markets Authority (CMA) has published the ‘Green Claims Code’, containing guidance principles to assist businesses in complying with consumer protection law and avoid making misleading environmental claims. A …
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Australian regulator targets net zero greenwashing
Follows IPO examination of one company’s statements
September 17, 2021
The Australian Securities & Investments Commission (ASIC) has warned it will take action against companies it believes are making misleading claims regarding their net …
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Standard setters turn to biodiversity financial disclosures
Plus: NYSE proposes new asset class for natural assets
September 17, 2021
The Climate Disclosure Standards Board (CDSB) has launched a consultation on guidance for biodiversity-related disclosures.
The board – a member of …
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EFRAG reveals direction of EU reporting standards
Draft sustainability reporting standards are expected in 2022
September 17, 2021
The European Financial Reporting Advisory Group (EFRAG) has outlined its proposals for EU-wide sustainability reporting standards.
The newly published Climate Standard Prototype …
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