ESG
Available on demand... Louise Sivyer and Michelle Cracknell among the speakers at PP's DeskFlix event on the Future of DC
The latest virtual event in PP’s DeskFlix series took place on 7 July
A climate for engagement
Newton Investment Management's Lloyd McAllister looks at how an active approach could help DC schemes to tackle climate change
PGIM Investments launches global corporate ESG bond fund
PGIM Investments has launched a global corporate ESG fund, which will be “the first of a newly-created suite” of PGIM Fixed Income’s ESG UCITS strategies available to investors outside of the US.
Lothian fund adopts statement of responsible investment principles
The Lothian Pension Fund (LPF) has published a statement of responsible investment principles with a focus on incorporating ESG issues into analysis and decision-making, while also committing to report on activities and progress.
Values versus valuations: The LGPS and ESG
James Sparshott explores what the recent Supreme Court judgment on LGPS investing will mean for ESG integration
Brunel carbon footprint 7% lower than benchmark
The Brunel Pension Partnership has reduced the carbon intensity of its active portfolios by 7% compared their respective benchmarks, it has revealed today.
Our economic recovery needs to be green
Collective pressure has delivered results on cutting carbon emissions, so pension scheme investors should take advantage of AGM season, says Diandra Soobiah
Fidelity launches three new ESG ETFs
Fidelity International has launched three actively-managed ESG ETFs, further expanding the five-strong Sustainable Family range of funds it released in last September.
Webinar: How DC defaults will evolve in a post-coronavirus world
Professional Pensions’ expert panel discusses how defined contribution (DC) default strategies will change following the crisis.
IIGCC issues guidance on tackling physical climate risks
The Institutional Investors Group on Climate Change (IIGCC) has published detailed advice on how to integrate climate risks and opportunities into investment processes.
ESG-conscious Nest members neglecting pensions
Nest members are making changes to their everyday lives to be more environmentally or socially responsible, but failing to take the same action on their pensions, the provider says.
Pension funds feel pressure to fix 'big societal problems'
Pension funds believe they have an important role to play in addressing major societal issues through green investment decisions, research by Natixis Investment Managers finds.
The changing face of impact bonds
Demand for impact bonds is causing the creation of a bigger market with different targets, writes Josh Kendall.
Poor pay practice a key reason to ditch investments, savers say
Companies with poor pay or governance practices could face divestments from savers aged over 40 with women leading the way, a Legal & General Investment Management (LGIM) survey finds.
PLSA industry group to support trustees with ESG reporting blind spots
Many schemes are only at the start of their ESG journeys and are likely to be confused by reporting requirements as they also grapple with the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, says the Pensions and Lifetime Savings Association (PLSA).
On demand: PP webinar on ESG integration
PP’s expert panel discusses the implementation and integration of ESG into investment
Keeping up with a disruptive and fast-moving investment backdrop
Investors must keep up with the opportunities and challenges arising from disruption off the back of climate change and technological advances, says Julian Lyne.
Pension cashflow challenges flagged for 94% of employers
Almost all employers are now facing challenges when providing their staff with a workplace pension, according to Smarterly.
MPs' pension fund urged to make faster transition away from fossil fuels
The Parliamentary Contribution Pension Fund has been criticised for continuing to invest in fossil-fuel heavy companies despite a push into renewable energies.
PensionBee to launch UK's first fossil fuel-free fund with L&G
PensionBee has confirmed it has partnered with Legal & General with plans to launch the nation’s first fossil fuel-free fund.
Opperman: 'Some people want me to be less of an innovator'
Guy Opperman says he will not slow down on aiming to implement “ambitious” programmes to tackle climate change while the government will also continue to intervene where it feels the industry is not doing enough.
Cross-industry task force issues guidance on stricter climate-related disclosures for pension schemes
A consultation has been launched on guidance to help schemes get to grips with assessing, managing, and reporting climate-related risks in-line with Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD).
Sackers launches ESG and climate change guidance
Sackers has published its fourth guide for trustees on ESG and climate change-related risks, designed to help compliance with upcoming regulatory requirements.
Using goal-based bonds for your ESG approach
Bonds aligned with more focused goals can boost companies’ green transition, says Shawn Keegan.
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