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Transparency in Environmental, Social, and Governance (#ESG) disclosure empowers stakeholders with the information necessary to make informed decisions. Notably, investors in developed economies exhibit a stronger preference for integrating ESG considerations into their decision-making processes . While the current global policy landscape primarily incentivizes, rather than mandates, ESG disclosure, various international organizations, including the Global Reporting Initiative and the International Sustainability Standards Board, have established frameworks outlining ESG disclosure principles and specific metrics. Although incentive-based approaches currently dominate the global landscape, some countries are exploring the implementation of mandatory ESG disclosure requirements. Following the UN's sustainable development goals (SDGs),both the US and China are actively pursuing significant investments focused on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors. The Finsimco simulation in an affiliation with Aston Business School provided a valuable opportunity to engage in an immersive experience with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles in a practical setting. Divided into four distinct groups, participants assumed the roles of management teams, investors, regulators, and labor unions, tasked with collaboratively reaching an agreement on the implementation of ESG policies and come up with ESG policy statement as well. #esg #esginvesting #esgstrategy

Rating the Raters—What the Future Holds for ESG Rating Providers? Regulatory shifts not only from investors but #ESGrating agencies alike have underscored transparency in rating methodologies. For the uninitiated, ESG rating agencies bank on ESG reports to assign scores, and the gist is that investors prefer companies with better ESG ratings. Meanwhile, several market participants believe regulatory intervention can open a can of worms as the frameworks could curb innovation and augment operation costs. The tide is turning. The European Association of Sustainable Rating Agencies (#EASRA) wants the European Commission-designed administrative principles and rules to help create a level playing field for small and medium-sized rating providers to bolster their competitiveness in the industry. The #EnergyEconomics and #FinancialAnalysis (IEEFA) has deemed regulation crucial for boosting the confidence of participants. It can not only protect investors from possible risks linked with the firm’s performance but also enhance the relevance of ESG ratings globally. Find out how and why investors use ESG ratings as a yardstick for a company’s sustainability with Astra ESG Solutions - Powered by Grand View Research. https://lnkd.in/dBfWsG7x #ESG #sustainability #esgintegration #globalstandards #EU

Dear Customers, Partners and Friends, Please enjoy our August ESG monthly Newsletter. Key highlights: * ESG Regulatory Updates   1.       European Commission – CSDDD published in the Official Journal –       The CSDDD came into force on 25 July 2024, and member states will have until 26 July 2026 to transpose the CSDDD into their national laws –       In-scope companies will be subject to far-reaching obligations to implement processes to identify and take action against operations adverse to human rights and with negative environmental impacts, as well as those throughout their value chains   2.   ESAs – put forward measures to support corporate sustainability reporting –       The ESAs published a Final Report with the Guidelines on Enforcement of Sustainability Information (GLESI) and a Public Statement on the first application of the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) –       The purpose of the GLESI is to provide guidance to build convergence of supervisory practices on sustainability reporting   * Updated list ESG Conferences * Appendix I: Article 8 and Article 9 Fund ex SFDR account for 61% share of total AuM in Q2 2024 –       In Q2 2024, Art. 8 and Art. 9 funds accounted for 53% of the total number of funds launched in the EU –       Art. 8 and Art. 9 AuM funds stood at €5.8 trn at the end of June 2024, increasing the share to 61% of the EU funds   Appendix II: European Sustainable Funds flows – Q2 2024 in Review –       In Q2 2024, total European investment fund universe recorded approximately $87.3 bn of inflows –       European sustainable funds attracted $11.8 bn in net inflows. Passive funds represent $12.4 bn of net inflows - active funds recorded approximately $0.6 bn of outflow #ESAS #ESG #SUSTAINABILITY #CSDDD

Dear Customers, Partners and Friends, please enjoy our May ESG monthly Newsletter. Key highlights: * ESG Regulatory Updates 1. European Parliament – MEPs adopt rules for firms on human rights and environment (CSDDD) - The directive approved a directive requiring due diligence from companies to address their impact on human rights & environment   2. European Council – adopts directive to delay reporting obligations for certain sectors (CSRD) - The directive will postpone the adoption of sector-specific sustainability reporting standards for EU companies and general sustainability reporting standards for non-EU companies to 30 June 2026 * Appendix I: Article 8 and Article 9 Fund ex SFDR account for 58.4% share of total AuM in Q1 2024 - In Q1 2024, Art. 8 and Art. 9 funds accounted for 55% of the total number of funds launched in the EU - Art. 8 and Art. 9 AuM funds stood at €5.5 trn at the end of March 2024, increasing the share to 58.4% of the EU funds * Appendix II: European Sustainable Funds flows – Q1 2024 in Review - In Q1 2024, total European investment funds recorded approximately $52 bn of inflows - European sustainable funds attracted $10.9 bn in net inflows. Passive funds represent $22 bn of net inflows - active funds recorded approximately $11 bn of outflows #ESG #CSDDD #CSRD #SFDR

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In today's dynamic corporate world, the principles of ESG have surged to the forefront of business priorities, becoming crucial for sustainable business success. Now is your chance to elevate your ESG knowledge and strategy! If you haven't signed up for the ESG Masterclass led by the renowned Dr. Jayanthi Desan, who brings over 20 years of expertise as an ESG advisor, register now at masterclass.aubrens.com Jay Desan AUBRENS ACES Awards In this complimentary online masterclass, you'll hear how to: Create an Effective ESG Roadmap: Connecting the dots  Master and Articulate the concept of sustainability and its relevance to businesses. Navigate Evolving Standards: Gain clarity on ESG standards and frameworks. Closer to achieving good ESG Ratings: Progress towards a competitive advantage and stronger ESG compliance. ESG Masterclass by our partner, Aubrens: 🔹 ONLINE - Attend from the comfort of your home/office 🔹 COMPLIMENTARY 🔹 Date: 27-28 June 2024 🔹 Time: 9am - 12pm GMT+8 This is a rare opportunity to learn directly from an industry leader. Seats are filling up fast, so act now to become ESG ready! Register now at masterclass.aubrens.com #ESG #Sustainability #SocialImpact #Aubrens #ESGMasterclass #ESGIntegration #ESGroadmap #SustainableBusiness #ImpactMeasurement

2024 is the first year for sustainability reporting under the CSRD. This directive establishes the guidelines for approximately 50,000 companies (either based in the EU or operating within the EU) on how they must report ESG information according to the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) standards. As we enter the second half of the year, BCG is proud to have supported the development of the newly launched EFRAG report, 'State of Play as of Q2 2024 | Implementation of European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS).' This report shares initial observed practices from 28 European companies across 8 industries, including both non-financial institutions and financial institutions. This study shows that companies are embarking on this complex and renewed journey with the ambition to elevate a previously perceived reporting effort into a strategic exercise that engages the whole organization up to the Board. Read the insights here: https://lnkd.in/dR7EPMTz #Sustainability #ESG #ESGReporting

🌍📊 𝐃𝐢𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐠𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐟𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬. 📚✅ Frameworks such as GRI, SASB, UNSDG, CDP, DJSI, GRESB, and TCFD each have their own unique focus and target audience. 🎯👥 #SustainabilityReporting #GlobalFrameworks #GRI #SASB #UNSDG #CDP #DJSI #GRESB #TCFD Understanding the differences between these frameworks is crucial for companies aiming to communicate their sustainability performance effectively. 🌱💼 𝗚𝗥𝗜 (𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲) focuses on comprehensive reporting, covering economic, environmental, and social aspects, providing a holistic view of an organization's sustainability practices. 📈🌿 𝗦𝗔𝗦𝗕 (𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗕𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱) emphasizes industry-specific reporting, enabling companies to disclose material sustainability issues that are most relevant to their sector. 🏭📑 𝗨𝗡𝗦𝗗𝗚 (𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗚𝗼𝗮𝗹𝘀) aligns reporting with the 17 global goals, helping organizations contribute to a more sustainable world. 🌎🎯 𝗖𝗗𝗣 (𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁) focuses specifically on carbon emissions and climate change-related disclosures, enabling companies to measure and manage their environmental impact. 🌍📉 𝗗𝗝𝗦𝗜 (𝗗𝗼𝘄 𝗝𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀) evaluates companies based on their sustainability performance, providing investors with an assessment of their long-term value and risk management. 💼📊 𝗚𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗕 (𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸) assesses the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance of real estate companies and funds, promoting sustainable practices in the industry. 🏢🌿 𝗧𝗖𝗙𝗗 (𝗧𝗮𝘀𝗸 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲-𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀) provides recommendations for companies to disclose climate-related risks and opportunities, helping investors make informed decisions. 📈🌍 By understanding the different focuses and audiences of these global frameworks, organizations can choose the most suitable one(s) to report on their sustainability efforts and meet stakeholder expectations. 📚💪 #Sustainability #Reporting #GlobalFrameworks #SDGs #ClimateAction #ESG #Investing #SustainabilityMatters

SMEs play a vital role in advancing #ESG implementation principles for a sustainable future. But navigating the complex world of ESG can be daunting. That's why standardized guidelines are crucial for smoother ESG integration, enhancing marketability and contributing to global sustainable development. Businesses can now have a direct impact on shaping global ESG practices and reporting. Join us in contributing to this important initiative and register today to make a meaningful impact on sustainability➡️ https://ow.ly/wHsQ50RUos0 Let's pave the way for a more sustainable tomorrow, one #SME at a time! #ISOStandards #GlobalImpact #SustainableFinance

With the current raft of new reporting regulations related to sustainability and ESG in various jurisdictions around the world, the most important element of the process is being overshadowed – how companies and investors can manage and measure sustainability impacts based on their business strategy. In our session "Navigating the Business & Policy Landscape" at the The Villars Institute Summit with Marie-Laure Schaufelberger, CFA Aurelia Figueroa and Craig Stevenson, we focused on sustainability disclosure and reporting at a strategic rather than technical level. Some key takeaways: - Standards and regulation are critical for transparency and accountability in markets. - Standards often start as private sector led voluntary standards and may become adopted into regulation over time. - This interaction between public and private sector players is critical to creating appropriate regulation, especially in new or changing markets. - While disclosure requirements are essential for creating minimum standards and enabling benchmarking, they should not be the end goal. - What is most important for companies and investors is how they are managing and measuring sustainability impacts based on their own strategy to enable better decision-making in terms of resource allocation. - That includes putting the appropriate governance structures in place and building the necessary sustainability capabilities within the board, senior management team and business lines. Many pioneers and organizations are increasingly working together, to push forward on these agendas including the Impact Management Platform, OECD - OCDE, United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI), Capitals Coalition, International Foundation For Valuing Impacts (IFVI), World Benchmarking Alliance, UNDP, IFC - International Finance Corporation, The Global Impact Investing Network, B Lab, Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), The Global Steering Group for Impact Investment (GSG), Principles for Responsible Investment, Social Value International, CDP and United Nations. In additon to the efforts of the coalition in working on clarity and convergence of standards, the Impact Management Platform website provides valuable information about core standards and links to the most used tools for impact measurement and management. Thanks also to the great work of so many other organizations including: Impact Frontiers, Global Commons Alliance, European Commission, Impact Europe and Cottino Social Impact Campus just to name a few. #sustainability #impact #ESG #strategy #governance #transparency #IMM #accountability #reporting #disclosure #TCFD #TNFD #TISFD #ISSB