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Too often government policy is not designed with the long-term in mind. Instead, short-term economic outcomes and political gains are prioritised - to the detriment of public health.
Campaigners have decried Labour leader Keir Starmer’s timidity on climate change.
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Keir Starmer’s flagship climate change pledge has already been cut back significantly since 2021.
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Our super funds say they want to invest more in the net zero transition but that regulation blocks them. It’s time to put them to the test, and turn their piles of money toward a greener future.
Cobalt, used in portable electronics, is mined in poor conditions in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
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Climate and investment laws must align for the global south to get climate justice and achieve net-zero emissions.
It’s not easy being a green investor.
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Most ESG funds track passive indices - this is where the power really lies in determining what is ESG.
To achieve a sustainable future that benefits Canadians, a coordinated response from households, businesses and the government is essential.
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In the fact of economic uncertainty, one question remains: Is it worth investing in a more sustainable Canada, or will it become just another economic burden?
Reaching net-zero by 2050 will require 2,000 billion dollars’ worth of investment in clean electricity per year, according to the International Energy Agency.
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Market volatility and rising development costs have led to an increase in the risk premium in recent years.
The European Commission estimates that between 2021 and 2030, the energy sector at European level will need at least 175 billion euros per year.
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A new study indicates that the supply of “green” assets has caught up with demand, leading to a relative decline in performance. The green premium is a reality, but may be temporary.
Businesses and investors have a critical role to play in biodiversity and conservation efforts and need to invest in sustainable production and extraction methods.
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We need more targeted investments in solutions that have a positive impact on nature to reverse biodiversity loss.
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We can be much better at exploiting finance and economics to tackle climate change.
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Decarbonisation is not impossible, but it will be difficult to achieve through capitalism.
Scaling up public and private investment will be crucial to finance the transition to net-zero.
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The transition to net zero will require huge investments, but how do we make sure investment goes to the right place?
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Making sure your fund’s financial values align with your ethical values isn’t that simple – but here’s what you can do.
Tanks are green, right?
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The recent row over whether arms makers could be treated as ethical investments is just the tip of the iceberg.
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Behind the government’s net zero bluster there has been little progress in decarbonising the UK.
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The new EU rules on sustainable finance defeat their own objective.
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China’s Belt and Road initiative offers advantages and drawbacks for renewable energy development worldwide.
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Historically, tech stocks have dominated global stock markets. Despite the pandemic, many continue to grow at remarkable rate.
Many companies claim they’re socially and environmentally responsible and attract investors who value strong corporate environmental, social and governance policies. But is it true?
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Is investing for competitive financial returns based on ESG principles like searching for a needle in a haystack? There’s often conflicting information about the ESG bona fides of many companies.
Conservative Leader Andrew Scheer delivers a speech on the environment in Chelsea, Que. on June 19, 2019.
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The Conservatives’ green investment standards may not have a direct impact on emissions. But with a few tweaks, it could be effective and affordable.