Tag: ESG
Goldman Sachs exits Climate Action 100+ amid regulatory scrutiny
Goldman Sachs Asset Management (GSAM) has officially withdrawn from the Climate Action 100+ initiative, a move echoed by several other US-based asset managers following a wave of concern spurred by US political figures.
Understanding impacts, risks, and opportunities in CSRD reporting
Implementing the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) introduces several key terms critical to modern sustainability reporting.
SEC launches defence of new climate disclosure rules amidst legal challenges
The SEC has actively defended its newly established climate reporting rules, which have sparked a flurry of legal challenges.
GRI and TNFD launch tool to enhance biodiversity reporting
The Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) and the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) have jointly introduced an interoperability mapping resource designed to align TNFD...
Investors urge Japan to harmonise disclosure standards with global ISSB norms
Some of the world's leading investors have called on Japan to address discrepancies between its proposed sustainability disclosure standards and those set by the ISSB.
UK’s fund managers slow to embrace new FCA sustainability labels
UK fund managers have now the option to use one of four sustainable investment labels introduced by the FCA as of 31 July, but uptake has been minimal.
Deutsche Bank and BASF initiate pioneering ESG finance programme in Asia
Deutsche Bank has unveiled BASF’s inaugural sustainability-linked payables finance programme in Asia, concentrating on its operations in China.
SBTi aims for net-zero with new draft standard for financial institutions
The SBTi is advancing its efforts towards a sustainable future with the recent unveiling of its consultation on a new draft standard specifically for financial institutions.
Major EU directive activated to drive corporate sustainability efforts
The EU's Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) has officially taken effect, marking a stride in sustainable business practices.
Unlock the advantages of ETFs: Trading flexibility, lower costs, and tax...
Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) offer numerous benefits over traditional mutual funds, from trading flexibility to cost efficiency and favorable tax conditions. ACA Group, a provider of scalable compliance, risk and technology solutions, recently explored the potential benefits of an ETF.