More ESG news – Page 62
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NewsComPlan to look at UN SDGs in private equity, debt investments
The scheme included physical and transitional climate risks in an ALM analysis for the first time last year
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NewsGermany's VBL rejigs responsible investment strategy
The pension fund aims to reduce the CO2 intensity in its equity and corporate bond portfolios by 25% by the end of 2025
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NewsPensions regulator calls on DB trustees to brush up on employers’ financial positions
A high level of debt among businesses can risk their ability to support DB pension schemes
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NewsISSB launches consultation to enhance global applicability of SASB standards
The consultation is open for public comments until 9 August 2023
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NewsLD Pensions ramps up shareholder voting, adds new ESG role
Danish pension fund plans to vote at more than 900 AGMs this season, up from 612 in 2022
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NewsCorporate governance roundup: UK’s Church Commissioners vote against directors
Plus: PIRC opposes Shell chair over climate risks
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NewsAP7, KLP vow to hold climate laggards to account at AGMs
Swedish state pensions giant AP7 boosts expectations of boards in 2023
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NewsSwiss pension funds discuss future mandates following UBS/Credit Suisse merger
An oligopoly of banks reduce options for clients, including Pensionskassen, competition and innovation, says Complementa
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NewsISSB seeks input on future research projects and workplan priorities
Expectations on the board to embark on new research and standard-setting projects must take account of the limits on the board’s resources, Faber says
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NewsAlecta declares ‘full respect’ for FSA launching risk management probe
Collectum says will await outcome of watchdog’s investigation before taking any action on ITP contract
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NewsEthos pushes Holcim to set emission targets for joint ventures
Holcim’s remuneration policy also needs reviewing
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NewsISSB unveils plan to update SASB metrics for global relevance
Although standards are well established as a framework for sustainability reporting, critics say they are too focused on North American capital markets
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NewsVelliv chair calls CEO firing ‘unfortunate situation for everybody’
Danish pensions chief Steen Michael Erichsen ousted for private investment that broke company’s code
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NewsISSB sets 120-day comment period on agenda priorities consultation
ISSB vice chair Sue Lloyd encountered significant pushback from committee members regarding the necessity of a shortened comment period
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News‘A massive deal’: EU Parliament moves to add investors into Due Diligence Directive
The Parliament makes the distinction between entities that are linked to environmental harm and human rights abuses
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NewsBorder to Coast launches £2.3bn private markets programme
The new fund will target opportunities across infrastructure, private equity, and private credit
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NewsESG roundup: Boutique asset managers face particular ESG risks
Plus: Robeco and Partners Group publish sustainability reports; LGIM strengthens engagement efforts
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NewsUK’s pensions regulator, FCA set out new LDI guidance
Trustees must understand investment strategy risks, and only use leveraged LDI if appropriate, says TPR
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NewsPensionsEurope Conference: Risk management in time of transition
The move from DB to DC schemes, and a renewed emphasis on ESG, lead to a rethink in governance and investments
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NewsClimate resolutions remain high on the agenda during proxy season
Asset managers have different ideas of what ‘good’ looks like and when it comes to action and disclosure on climate change
