BlackRock to Double Down on Climate Offenders in 2021
The firm will boost shareholder challenges in 2021 over sustainability issues and expand its probes to twice as many companies as before.
Tag: climate
Regulation
How Carbon Pricing Could Get a Boost in Biden’s Washington
Sustainability advocates argue that financial markets are not properly pricing in climate risk. That could change as Democrats take over the executive branch.
How the Changing Energy Picture Affects Investments
The differing trajectories for oil, gas, coal, and renewables pose a complex opportunity for investors. Here’s what you need to know.
Alternatives
SEC Recommends Creating Disclosure Framework for ESG Investments
Investment committee finds current ratings to be too confusing for investors and aims to create a firmer standard for reporting ESG metrics.
Australia’s Fires Push Pension Plans Into Action
Institutional investors Down Under begin to rally behind more ambitious environmental efforts.
Alternatives
Natural Resources Fundraising Faces Tough Environment
'Underwhelming' performance may influence future growth for the asset class.
Alternatives
Pushing for New Donors, Columbia Is Building a Climate School
The university made sweeping commitments to sustainability, including a carbon neutral pledge for 2050 and the appointment of a chief climate officer.
Pensions
Europe’s Largest Pension Fund Vows to Be Climate Neutral by 2050
The Netherlands’ ABP unveils sustainability plan for $515 billion portfolio.
Corporate Moves
Ernst & Young Plans to Go Carbon-Neutral by End of Year
Why would a white-collar company be an environmental threat? Think voluminous air travel.
Asset Allocation
Danish Pension Funds Sign $52 Billion Green Pledge
Progressive nation aims to be at the vanguard of sustainable investing.