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RobecoSAM rocked by resignation of both co-CEOs

Both co-CEOs of RobecoSAM have resigned, the sustainability-focused asset manager revealed today.

Shell sets first short-term climate targets

Oil major Shell has set short-term targets to reduce its carbon emissions for the first time, in a move that has been welcomed by investors as a significant landmark for climate-related engagement.

Robeco steps up palm oil engagement with exclusions

NN Investment Partners (NN IP) and Actiam have joined Robeco in urging palm oil producers to improve the sustainability of their operations, as the latter steps up plans to exclude investments in the worst-performing companies.

People Moves: Morgan Stanley Investment Management, AP6, SEB Investment Management, Geneva Association, Robeco and IETA

Vladimir Demine has been promoted to head of environmental, social and governance (ESG) research at Morgan Stanley Investment Management (MSIM).

Funds of 2018: RobecoSAM Smart Energy

It was a difficult year for alternative energy funds, but the prospects for the theme remain bright. Elena K Johansson reports

People Moves: Transition Pathway Initiative, GRI, Credit Suisse, IETA, CalPERS, Hermes EOS, CGC, Robeco and DZ Bank

RobecoSAM shifts impact strategy focus to SDGs

RobecoSAM has renamed its impact equities strategy to reflect an increased focus on achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

People moves: CalPERS, FCLTGlobal, NNIP, Lightsource BP, ALLCOT Colombia

Elisabeth Bourqui has resigned as chief operating investment officer at public pension fund California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS), after less than eight months in office.

Fidelity launches sustainable water and waste fund

A fund to invest in sustainable water and waste management products has been launched by $411 billion investment manager Fidelity International.

Principles for Responsible Banking launched with backing of 28 banks

The launch of a set of six principles seeking to commit banks to align with both the Paris Agreement and the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) has been hailed as a ‘global benchmark for sustainable banking’.