Sustainable charity investing

Why solar energy’s prospects look bright for 2020

Mark Lacey, Head of Commodities, Schroders, Alexander Monk, Global Renewables, Analyst, Schroders and Felix Odey, Global Renewables Analyst, Schroders. As the long-term transition towards renewable energy continues apace, we see a sunny outlook this year for solar energy companies, as well as onshore wind and energy storage.

The 17 solutions to the world's greatest challenges

Lyn Tomlinson, Wealth Planning Director. The United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals are focusing the efforts and resources of governments, donors and – crucially – private investors.

Is there an ESG bubble?

Ryan Smith, Head of ESG Research. Are too many investors chasing the same names? It’s a question we’ve had from a couple of clients and prospects in recent meetings.

Sarasin welcomes IASB guidance on climate risk in accounting

Natasha Landell-Mills, CFA. Partner, Head of Stewardship. The International Accounting Standards Board should be commended for its latest guidance on how companies should incorporate material climate risk into their accounts. This is a vital step in ensuring that financial flows are aligned with the Paris Climate Agreement’s goals of keeping global warming well below 2°C, and aiming for 1.5°C.

Going Green: a summary of our climate policy toolkit for investors

Stephanie Kelly, Senior Political Economist, Jeremy Lawson, Chief Economist & Director, Aberdeen Standard research Institute, Nancy Hardie, Graduate, Research Institute. Climate change has become a central concern for investors. At Aberdeen Standard Investments (ASI), we have already made huge strides to enhance engagement with companies on climate risk, carbon-foot-printing portfolios and building tailored climate portfolio solutions.

Green growth: a low-carbon dream?

Marc Hassler, Sustainable Investment Analyst. Reducing global production and consumption is gaining traction as a potential solution to the climate crisis. However, we think green growth is possible and highlight why investors should care.

2018 TCFD Disclosure Report

How we consider climate-related risks and opportunities with regard to our business and our clients' investments.

Impact investing: making more of your capital work for your cause

Emilie Shaw, Sustainable Investment Specialist, Cazenove Charities. Many long-term foundations spend just 3%-4% of their assets each year in support of its chosen cause. So what good is the other 96%-97% of the money achieving?

Climate Progress Dashboard: lack of action raises risk of significant disruption ahead

Andrew Howard, Head of Sustainable Research, ESG, Schroders. The lack of progress so far on limiting temperature rises means more urgent action will be needed in the coming years.

Correlated Confusion

Euan Ker. Edinburgh was host to the Ethical Finance Conference last week where Nicola Sturgeon, Craig Bonthron and other famous names presented. One of the panels discussed ESG data issues and the misconceptions that the market has with ESG rating agencies. I found one point particularly interesting, around ESG rating correlations.