04/16/2019
Brunei’s drastic punishment becomes ESG issue
Stoning for homosexuality, adultery prompts calls to boycott country's businesses
Planet SOS
04/16/2019
Research firm moves on ESG
Vigeo Eiris boasts products and capabilities based on ESG assessments and an extensive ESG database as well as specialised research and decision-making tools for sustainable and ethical investments.
04/12/2019
Asia's largest impact network comes to Middle East with ESGRobo as first partner
This marks the official opening of Middle East chapter for Asia's largest impact investing network.
04/12/2019
IFC and HKMA strengthen commitment to green and sustainable finance
“This continuing partnership with institutional investor HKMA supports IFC’s aim to share our expertise and the opportunities available for investing in developing markets,” said Philippe Le Houérou, IFC CEO at the signing ceremon
04/12/2019
Hong Kong demands transparency on ESG claims
The SFC’s goal is to enhance disclosure comparability between similar types of SFC-authorised green or ESG funds and thereby help investors make better informed decisions.
04/11/2019
Asia lags West on sustainable investing—but is the most bullish about the future
A global survey of asset managers and owners by BNP Paribas has found that while Asia Pacific lags other regions on sustainable investing, the region is the most optimistic that investments are heading in the right direction.
04/11/2019
Top 5 Greenest Countries in Asia-Pacific
Which countries in Asia-Pacific are the most environmentally friendly?
04/08/2019
Global impact investment market rises to US$502 billion
Global market estimated at over half a trillion dollars, more than double the figure from 2018, based on data collected from over 1,340 institutional investors by GIIN
04/05/2019
Global Sustainable investment assets Worth $30 Trillion
Sustainable investing assets in the five major markets stood at $30.7 trillion at the start of 2018, a 34% increase in two years, the review said.
04/01/2019
How impact investing leans on venture capital funding
Impact investors are increasingly working in tandem with venture capital private equity investors to locate projects producing both a financial return and positive social impact