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How are you today? Tell us what you want to hear from us. Announcing::: ESG and Sustainable Investing: A Comprehensive Guide If you want to stay up-to-date with us, follow our Page. Who This Guide Is For Whether you're a seasoned investor seeking to incorporate ESG into your investment portfolio, an advisor supporting clients in sustainable investing, or a business leader aiming to attract ESG-conscious capital, this guide offers you actionable insights. Designed with the UK and European markets in mind, it covers the standards, frameworks, and best practices specific to these regions while incorporating global trends to provide a holistic perspective. What You Will Learn 1. Understanding ESG Fundamentals: You’ll explore the origins and principles of ESG, its core distinctions from socially responsible investing (SRI), and how it has evolved from a niche focus to a mainstream investment imperative. 2. Breaking Down the ESG Pillars: Environmental, social, and governance aspects each play a unique role in influencing investment decisions. This guide details the key components within each pillar and their implications on risk and return. 3. Implementing ESG Strategies: From negative screening to thematic investing, you’ll learn the various strategies used in ESG investing, along with a deep dive into the metrics and data providers that aid ESG analysis. 4. Navigating the Regulatory Environment: This guide covers critical UK and EU regulations, including SFDR, EU Taxonomy, and the growing demand for climate-related disclosures, equipping you to stay compliant and informed. 5. Measuring Performance and Impact: Understand the tools, KPIs, and frameworks available for evaluating ESG performance and the methodologies for quantifying social and environmental returns. 6. Future Trends and Challenges: ESG is an evolving space. You’ll explore emerging trends like climate finance and the role of technology, while also addressing challenges such as data standardisation, greenwashing, and impact measurement. By the end of this guide, you will have a clear, actionable framework for understanding and implementing ESG principles in investment and business decisions, enabling you to leverage sustainable investing not just as a risk management tool but as a pathway to generating meaningful value. Available as Kindle From Amazon https://amzn.to/415fw3X or PDF from https://lnkd.in/eQwgjT5U AND NOW PAPERBACK! https://lnkd.in/eSjkuwyX #compliance #unitedkingdom #smallbusiness #investing #ESG #investment #Sustainability #SustainableInvesting #SustainableFinance #ResponsibleInvesting

🌱 Embracing sustainability in commodity trading: a guide for decision makers 🌎 In today’s global market, the push towards sustainability is no longer just a moral imperative but a business necessity. For companies involved in commodity trading, integrating sustainable practices is crucial for long-term viability, risk management and maintaining competitive advantage. This blog post talks about the importance of sustainable commodity trading and provides practical guidance for decision-makers aiming to incorporate these practices into their businesses. ⬇️ #SustainableCommodityTrading #CommodityTrading #RiskManagement

Great industry collaboration on #sustainable procurement and how to screen and assess #ESG risk in the supply chains!

Delve into our comprehensive Regulatory Update, highlighting key regulatory compliance developments in the UK you may have missed. This edition includes - FCA and HMT publishing a roadmap for implementing the Overseas Funds Regime to the release of the Sustainability Disclosure Requirements Implementation Update 2024 and other important insights. Explore the full summary here: https://lnkd.in/ggSZVK6u #compliance #assetmanagement #OverseasFundsRegime

Operator or trader? SME or non-SME? Located within the EU or outside of it? Here’s a comprehensive review of your obligations under the #EUDR where you need to be proactive and where you might not have to do anything! To help businesses navigate these new rules, International Trade Centre has launched a detailed handbook providing step-by-step operational guidance for companies to set up effective due diligence systems. This guide offers practical insights, helping you understand: 🔍 Which products are covered? 🛠 What data needs to be collected? 🌍 How to conduct deforestation-risk assessments using digital tools? 📊 Best practices for data governance and reporting. Whether you're part of a small, medium, or large enterprise, this handbook simplifies complex regulatory requirements into actionable steps. You'll learn how to effectively prepare, avoid common pitfalls, and ensure compliance with EUDR—critical for protecting your market access and brand reputation. 🌿 For companies looking to embed sustainability and transparency into their supply chains, this is your go-to resource. Download the handbook here https://lnkd.in/eze4gRr8 #EUDR #Compliance #Sustainability #DueDiligence #DeforestationFree #DataGovernance #SMEs #Trade #ThisWeekAtITC

The Rise of ESG in Compliance: Leading the Charge ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) is no longer just a buzzword – it's becoming a vital part of business compliance. With increasing regulatory pressures and growing investor demand, companies are integrating ESG into their strategies, and compliance professionals are at the forefront of this shift. Here’s how top organisations are leading the way. 💡 Why ESG Matters: Regulatory Requirements: Many regions now mandate ESG disclosures, requiring businesses to comply. Investor Demands: Investors are increasingly focusing on companies that prioritize transparency in their ESG practices. Reputation: Strong ESG compliance builds trust and enhances brand reputation. 🔍 Leading by Example: 1️⃣ JPMorganChase: JP Morgan Chase is leading the charge with their commitment to net-zero emissions by 2050, embedding sustainability into their risk management and compliance strategies. A true model of aligning financial growth with environmental responsibility. 2️⃣ Deutsche Bank: Deutsche Bank is taking significant steps in green finance, ensuring that all their projects adhere to rigorous ESG standards. Their focus on sustainable finance is a prime example of ESG driving positive change in the industry. 3️⃣ State Street: State Street’s development of ESG-focused financial products and their dedication to transparent ESG disclosures set a high standard in the financial sector, guiding others toward more sustainable investment strategies. 🛠 Key Takeaways for Compliance Teams: Integrate ESG into KYC/AML: ESG factors should be a part of customer due diligence and onboarding processes to ensure full compliance. Leverage Technology: AI and data analytics can streamline ESG reporting and enhance monitoring. Ongoing Education: Continuous training on ESG and compliance is critical to keep teams ahead of evolving regulations. ✨ The Bigger Picture: Incorporating ESG isn’t just about meeting regulations; it’s about aligning business practices with long-term sustainability and fostering a culture of responsibility and transparency.

🔮 What does the future of supply chain ESG compliance look like? 💫 Resilinc’s CEO, Bindiya Vakil, named #ESG compliance as one of the top five supply chain megatrends for 2024. Stay informed about upcoming ESG legislation on issues like #UFLPA and #PFAS regulations. Learn more 👉 https://okt.to/5cOEkx #ESGCompliance #SupplyChain #RiskManagement #SCRM #Procurement

The EUDR is the EU Deforestation Regulation and it requires companies trading in cattle, cocoa, coffee, oil palm, rubber, soya and wood, as well as products derived from these commodities, to conduct extensive diligence on the value chain to ensure the goods do not result from recent (post 31 December 2020) deforestation, forest degradation or breaches of local environmental and social laws. It comes into effect at the end of 2024 and risks to have a serious impact on trade, especially for exporters to the EU from low and middle income countries.

🔮 What does the future of supply chain ESG compliance look like? 💫 Resilinc’s CEO, Bindiya Vakil, named #ESG compliance as one of the top five supply chain megatrends for 2024. Stay informed about upcoming ESG legislation on issues like #UFLPA and #PFAS regulations. Learn more 👉 https://okt.to/BAWgnL #ESGCompliance #SupplyChain #RiskManagement #SCRM #Procurement

Update on #FundNaming #Guidelines: #EU retail fund consumers inter alia to be protected from mislabelling - of new fund launches as of Nov 21st 2024 - of existing funds as of May 21st 2025! "The Guidelines will start applying three months after this publication, i.e. on 21 November 2024." "Any new funds created on or after the application date should apply these Guidelines immediately." "The transitional period for funds existing before the application date will be six months after that date, i.e. 21 May 2025." https://lnkd.in/e3MPCkaB