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ESG investing has reached a new maturity with new disclosure requirements for both corporates and investors. As part of the larger #buildbackbetter sentiment, investors are coming together in creative and collaborative ways to plug the need for solutions that go beyond just climate change. However the journey from ESG (which is simply a framework to manage risks) to impact is still a long way to go. How will things shape up for 2021? 

For this month’s newsletter, we are looking at the latest in ESG trends and what it means for sustainable finance, viewing ESG beyond the lens of risk mitigation. Also in store are our latest charity highlights, exciting new blogs, press updates and a call for articles. We have recently optimised our blogs for better readability and user experience. Hope you enjoy!  

2021 Outlook: ESG Trends and beyond

Currently, ESG integration seems to be one of the few pathways from the GISA strategies that have actionable frameworks within the larger landscape of sustainable finance. Amidst the growing traction towards ESG incorporated investments in the UK, with over 69% affirming the same in a recent study conducted by Standard Life’s bi-annual survey, the top trend is the demand for a technology platform enabler in easing access and clarity of information for decision makers, both for investors and corporates. Our M INVEST solution aims to address this need. Read more. 

ESG & going beyond risk mitigation 

Sustainability and Impact don’t only concern ESG risks, business model, strategy and competitive positions but also intangibles and materiality that future proof the company’s growth. Impact frameworks and showing progress behind them are attractive to company stakeholders as more of them engage with the full spectrum of responsible investing from negative screenings within sectors to impact investing. Here are the 5 lenses through which businesses can navigate the responsible investing spectrum that goes beyond ESG and looks forward to ‘Impact’. Read more.  

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