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BlackRock builds climate risk data into its portfolio management software

BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, has created a dedicated climate risk management platform as part of its portfolio management software Aladdin.

EU carbon market update: 1 December 2020

News Round Up: Kepco, Barclays, MSCI, and more

Sweden's central bank brings sustainabilty exclusions into QE

Sweden's central bank said it will incorporate sustainability considerations into its corporate bond buying as part of its quantitative easing (QE) programme from January.

ECB to stress test banks on climate risks after finding disclosures lacking

Eurozone banks will, in 2022, be stress-tested for the first time on their ability to withstand climate-related risks, the European Central Bank (ECB) has said.

S&P's ESG capabilities boosted by $44bn IHS Markit merger

Financial services giant S&P has agreed to merge with data provider IHS Markit, in a mega deal that will boost S&P's already-considerable environmental, social and governance (ESG) firepower.

ESG is essential for emerging market energy companies

While the appetite for green investment is rapidly growing, the chances of securing the necessary investment on reasonable terms are significantly increased if your business strategy is supported by a high ESG rating, says Aleksandr Kucherenko

ESG data provider involvement good for impact investing, says Triodos

Triodos has welcomed the increasing participation of large environmental, social and governance (ESG) data providers as a positive development for impact investors.

News round-up: Europex welcomes ETS review, Snam climate targets, India renewables investment

People Moves 27 November: M&G, Lightsource bp, LGPS Central, Carnegie Fonder, Church of England, Brunel Pension Partnership, Natixis