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Life Cycle Assessment

Life Cycle Assessment Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is the process of evaluating the environmental impacts of a product or service throughout its life cycle, from raw material extraction and production to use and disposal. It includes defining the study’s goal and scope, inventorying inputs and outputs, assessing environmental impacts, and interpreting results. LCA is an…

Triple bottom line

Triple bottom line The triple bottom line is a business framework that evaluates a company’s performance based on three key dimensions: people, planet, and profit. This concept states that companies should not solely focus on generating profit— the standard “bottom line.” By balancing these three areas, the triple bottom line framework aims to promote sustainable…

Sustainable technology

Sustainable technology Sustainable technology refers to innovations and systems designed to minimize environmental impact, conserve resources, and promote long-term ecological balance. These technologies focus on reducing carbon emissions, energy consumption, and waste while enhancing efficiency and promoting the use of renewable resources. Sustainable technology aims to address environmental challenges and contribute to a more sustainable…

Stewardship code

Stewardship code A stewardship code is a set of principles and guidelines designed to encourage institutional investors to act as responsible stewards of their investments. It outlines best practices for engaging with companies on issues such as governance, environmental impact, and social responsibility. The first stewardship code was introduced in the United Kingdom in 2010,…

SIN Stocks

SIN Stocks SIN stocks refer to shares of companies that operate in industries considered socially irresponsible or unethical, such as alcohol, tobacco, gambling, weapons, or adult entertainment. These industries are often viewed as profiting from activities that can have negative social or environmental impacts. Despite their controversial nature, SIN stocks can be attractive to some…

SDG Funds

SDG Funds SDG Funds refer to investment vehicles or financial instruments that specifically aim to support the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). These funds allocate capital to projects, companies, or initiatives that contribute to sustainable development in areas such as poverty reduction, clean energy, education, gender equality, and environmental protection. The…

Renewable energy investing

Renewable energy investing Renewable energy investing refers to the practice of investing in energy sources and technologies that are renewable, eco-friendly, and capable of meeting current energy demands without depleting resources for future generations. This includes investments in renewable energy, such as wind, solar, and hydroelectric power, as well as innovations in energy efficiency. Investors…

Principal Adverse Impact

Principal Adverse Impact Principal Adverse Impact (PAI) indicators refer to a set of metrics that measure the negative effects of investment decisions on sustainability factors such as the environment, social issues, and governance (ESG). These indicators are part of the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) and are designed to help investors understand how their investment…

Planetary Boundaries

Planetary Boundaries Planetary boundaries represent a synthetic conceptual framework that identifies nine key Earth system processes that operate on a planetary scale. These processes include climate change, ozone depletion, atmospheric aerosol loading, ocean acidification, global freshwater use, chemical pollution, earth system change, biological diversity and biogeochemistry. The aim of planetary limits is to define a…

Non-Financial Reporting Directive

Non-Financial Reporting Directive The Non-Financial Reporting Directive (NFRD) is an EU regulatory framework compelling over 11,000 companies to monitor and disclose their ESG performance. It applies to large entities with over 500 employees operating within the EU. Covered entities are required to include non-financial information in their annual reports, detailing their policies, risks, and outcomes…

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