New PRI chief outlines priorities
In his first interview as the new CEO of the PRI, David Atkin outlines his priorities for the organisation and the areas of urgency for investors focused on sustainability
Oil crisis: Curb or catalyst to the green transition?
The blockage of the Strait of Hormuz has left the world facing another energy crisis and warning bells of a global recession are growing increasingly shrill. Ostensibly, the crisis could also push the energy transition back as governments and companies scramble to shoulder the cost of $100 per barrel of oil and prepare for higher
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Impact: ‘Losing the plot’ or better long-term returns?
Giant Dutch pension provider, PGGM, has been a leader in embracing 3D portfolios shaped around risk, return and impact. Top1000funds.com talks to Piet Klop the new head of responsible investment about the journey so far and what is next in linking the portfolio to positive real-world outcomes.
New York State Common engages on political spending
The New York State Common Retirement Fund has ratcheted up pressure on companies in its listed equity portfolio to disclose their political spending in what it calls a “priority issue,” up there with climate, DEI and capital management. Liz Gordon, executive director of corporate governance, explains.
FCLTGlobal: Climate risk visible in all transactions
Investors should allocate more to emerging markets to solve the climate emergency and consider climate risk in every transaction. Quebec's CDPQ now aligns a portion of its variable employee compensation to achieving climate targets at the asset owner.
The roads from Glasgow stretch out in front of us
COP26 has had many critiques and Roger Urwin's review, in this article, gives it just over half marks. The phrase ‘good COP, bad COP’ summarises it well and how to view it depends on framing and context.
SWFs make progress on addressing climate change
A recent survey conducted by the International Forum of Sovereign Wealth Funds (IFSWF) and One Planet Sovereign Wealth Funds (OPSWF) finds that SWFs have become more systematic in their approach to addressing climate change but need to do much more regarding disclosure and reporting of climate risk.
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