ESG

PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) has unveiled the findings of its 2023 Global Investor Survey, shedding light on the growing skepticism among investors regarding the reliability of sustainability reporting. The survey, now in its third consecutive year, engaged 345 investors and analysts across diverse geographies, asset classes, and investment approaches, providing insights into the factors influencing their investment decisions.

Skillsoft, a prominent platform for learning experiences, has unveiled insights from its latest Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) at Work Report, revealing a complex landscape where organizations grapple with aligning CSR commitments to core values amid growing external pressures. The study, based on responses from 868 working professionals, highlights significant shifts in the motivations behind CSR initiatives and sheds light on evolving priorities in the corporate landscape.

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has released findings from its recent review, indicating that although many Authorised Fund Managers (AFMs) have taken steps to comply with the FCA's expectations regarding Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and sustainable funds, further enhancements are required.

In a recent survey conducted by Honeywell, it was revealed that more than four out of five companies are gearing up to increase their investments in environmental sustainability initiatives over the next 12 months. The findings signal the rising importance of sustainability goals among businesses and growing confidence in their ability to achieve these objectives.

Australia is making significant progress in its commitment to climate-related financial disclosure, as the Australian Accounting Standards Board (AASB) introduces a new exposure draft outlining proposed standards for reporting climate-related information. These standards align with the sustainability disclosure standards introduced by the IFRS Foundation's International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB).

In a recent event held in Beijing, the UN Global Compact, the world's most extensive corporate sustainability initiative, introduced groundbreaking guidance and assessment tools to empower companies in advancing sustainable infrastructure within the framework of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). The event brought together high-level representatives from government, businesses, and academia.

The European Banking Authority (EBA), a European Union banking supervisor, has unveiled a new report focusing on the integration of environmental and social risks within its prudential supervision framework for banks and investment firms. This initiative aims to accelerate the incorporation of these risks into the Pillar 1 framework, which outlines banks' minimum capital requirements.