Tag: ESG consulting

  • Sustainability reporting

    Sustainability reporting Sustainability reporting is the process by which organizations disclose information about their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) impacts, performance, and progress toward sustainability goals. These reports provide stakeholders, including investors, customers, employees, and regulators, with a transparent view of how the organization addresses sustainability issues such as carbon emissions, resource use, waste management,…

  • Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation

    Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation The Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) is a European Union regulation that requires financial market participants and financial advisors to disclose how they integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors into their investment decisions and advisory processes. Implemented to enhance transparency, the SFDR aims to provide investors with clearer information on…

  • Sustainable companies

    Sustainable companies Sustainable companies are businesses that operate in a manner that prioritizes long-term environmental, social, and economic health. They focus on minimizing their ecological footprint, promoting social responsibility, and ensuring ethical practices throughout their operations. These companies integrate sustainability into their core strategies, aiming to balance profitability with positive impacts on society and the…

  • Sustainability Supply Chains 

    Sustainability Supply Chains  Sustainability supply chains refer to the practices and processes involved in managing a supply chain with a focus on environmental, social, and economic sustainability. This approach aims to ensure that the entire supply chain—from raw material sourcing to final product delivery—minimizes negative impacts on the environment, upholds ethical labor practices, and promotes…

  • Socially responsible investing

    Socially responsible investing Socially responsible investing (SRI) is an investment strategy that incorporates environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria into decision-making to achieve both financial returns and positive impact. SRI investors select companies based on ethical considerations—such as environmental stewardship and human rights—while avoiding those involved in harmful activities like tobacco or fossil fuels. This…

  • Principles for responsible investment

    Principles for responsible investment The Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) are a set of six voluntary guidelines designed to help investors integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors into investment decisions. Launched by the UN in 2006, the principles aim to encourage sustainable and responsible investment practices that align financial goals with broader societal and…

  • 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…

  • Positive screening

    Positive screening Positive screening is an investment strategy where asset managers actively select companies or assets based on their strong environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance relative to their peers. This approach identifies businesses with exemplary practices in sustainability, ethical governance, and social responsibility, making them candidates for inclusion in sustainable investment portfolios. Unlike negative…

  • Net zero emissions

    Net zero emissions Net zero emissions refers to the balance between the amount of greenhouse gases emitted and the amount removed from the atmosphere, resulting in no net increase in atmospheric GHG. Achieving net zero involves reducing emissions as much as possible through measures such as transitioning to renewable energy, improving energy efficiency, and adopting…

  • 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…