A survey conducted by JPMorgan Asset Management shows Europe places the most importance on ESG considerations during investment, followed by Australia.
Given ESG-linked facilities are generating ‘a huge amount of interest’, we discuss whether they are the best way to incentivise change.
The 'vast majority' of Apollo's 1,500 LPs were satisfied with the firm's recent leadership and governance changes, Marc Rowan said on the firm's Q4 earnings call Wednesday.
The listed manager has secured a £550m credit line which is linked to reduce scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions across its operations by 80% by 2030.
The new US president’s environmental agenda and plans for a ‘clean energy revolution’ could provide added impetus for ESG strategies in private markets.
The new EU rules will require fund managers to disclose how sustainability risks are integrated into decisions and their likely impact on returns.
Firms are recruiting for responsible investment roles and looking for individuals with skillsets ranging from investor relations to ESG integration.
Investing in businesses at one remove means secondaries firms need a different dynamic if they are to innovate on environmental, social and governance issues.
Good governance requires leading by example and setting out a clear set of principles whether that is at GP, LP or portfolio company level.
Climate change is taking centre stage as funds move to measure emissions and integrate changes so they are maintained post-exit.