The tight labour market demonstrates how ESG-related policies such as diversity and inclusion impact “real-world” business functions. Regnan’s ALISON EWINGS explains Tight labour markets make it hard to hire Refocusing…

Economics rather than environmentalism can explain much of the global renewables boom, says Regnan’s head of research, Alison George. Pollution, consumer preferences driving shift to renewables Economics are clear: renewables…

The number of “impact bonds” more than doubled in 2021, but demand is still outstripping supply, says Pendal portfolio manager George Bishay in this fast podcast. Impact bonds provide a…

There are plenty of so-called ‘climate-aware’ companies to invest in — some 60 per cent of the ASX300 (by market cap) now have net zero commitments. But how do you…

Renewable energy and battery-powered cars grab attention in the climate change debate. But tougher, “hard-to-abate” sectors may be more important for sustainable investors. Pendal’s RAJINDER SINGH explains Challenging or “hard-to-abate”…

Fixed interest funds dedicated to impact investing can delivering strong performance while also making the community a better place, says Pendal senior credit analyst TERRY YUAN Returns in impact credit…

Trade restrictions on Chinese cotton due to human rights concerns demonstrate how modern slavery issues directly affect investors. Regnan’s ALISON EWINGS explains THE price of cotton is near a decade…

Most investors are now aware of climate change risks. But biodiversity preservation may be an even bigger and more immediate issue. EDWINA MATTHEW explains Countries representing 90 per cent of…

Investors are closely watching the upcoming COP26 climate change conference and hoping for certainty around net zero targets. Regnan’s Maxime Le Floch explains what to look for COP26 can provide…