Episodes
In this episode, learn how artificial intelligence is being leveraged in the world of ESG research. Also, hear about the ESG risks in global supply chains investors should consider to mitigate portfolio risks.
Published 03/18/24
Published 03/18/24
In this episode, learn more about asset owners’ views on ESG investing, discover what major food companies can do to reduce their rising emissions, and find out whether companies are ready for CSRD.
Published 01/31/24
In this episode, we discuss all things greenwashing. Featuring a conversation with Morningstar Sustainalytics’ Ruthann Bartello, hear what’s driving investor concerns around greenwashing and learn how they can mitigate risks in their portfolios and their investment products.
Published 12/05/23
In this episode of the new ESG in Conversation, learn about the upcoming GHG reporting requirements for North American companies, the EU’s Fit for 55 package and the implication for companies in the region, and what the recently published standards from the International Sustainability Standards Board mean for companies and investors.
Published 11/24/23
In this episode of ESG in Conversation, we’re exploring the question: what does it take to be a sustainability leader in 2023 and beyond? You’ll hear from Joseph Hill, London Techstars alumn and CEO of Zephframe, about the sustainability challenges facing start-ups. You’ll also hear from Eileen Buckley, VP of Corporate Responsibility at Stryker, about the importance of integrating sustainability across an organization. Gabriel Presler, Global Head for Enterprise Sustainability at Morningstar,...
Published 09/06/23
In this episode of ESG in Conversation, we’re exploring the question: how do businesses, governments, and investors fit into the circular economy? Learn about the challenges and opportunities of implementing a circular economy, and the role of investors in helping businesses transform.
Published 06/29/23
In this month’s round up of sustainable finance deals and developments, we look at what the EU Green Bond Standard could mean for the market, innovation in use of proceeds, and the ongoing diversification of industries tapping the market.
Published 06/22/23
Get caught up on developments in the global sustainable finance market. This month, we discuss market performance for the first part of the year, continuing scrutiny of SLBs, and the growing group of sovereigns exploring sustainable debt activities.
Published 06/06/23
In this episode of ESG in Conversation, we’re exploring the question: how can investors address biodiversity loss? Learn about the urgency of addressing biodiversity loss and the role of good stewardship in effecting positive change.
Published 05/17/23
Discussing the flurry of updates in sustainable finance regulation and guidance such as progress on the EU GBS; updates to the various sustainable loan principles; and the release of fourth and final beta version of the TFND framework.
Published 04/25/23
In this episode of ESG in Conversation, we discuss the results of the Morningstar Sustainalytics Corporate ESG Survey and explore how the responsibilities of sustainability professionals are changing to address their company’s material ESG issues.
Published 03/28/23
Could innovation help the sustainable finance market rebound in 2023? Will scrutiny of linked instruments continue to push investors back to use of proceed transactions? We tackle these topics and more in our latest episode.
Published 03/15/23
Despite ending 2022 on a low note, there is optimism for the global sustainable finance market in 2023 as sustainability is still a key issue for investors, issuers and governments and remains closely tied to capital markets.
Published 02/27/23
Climate change and adaptation are high on the international agenda. Listen to learn how the outcomes from COP27 and COP15 could influence sustainable finance markets and get a rundown of recent notable market transactions.
Published 02/02/23
In this episode of the Sustainalytics Podcast, our experts explore cybersecurity and data privacy trends, how cyberattacks affect bottom lines, and why companies should invest in robust cybersecurity and data privacy policies.
Published 01/25/23
As 2022 winds down, we discuss notable developments in sustainable finance, including global green bond issuance surpassing $2 trillion, growing regulatory focus on scope 3 emissions reporting, and opportunities to support climate adaptation, and just transition in emerging market via sustainable finance activities.
Published 12/14/22
This special episode focuses on sustainable and transition finance opportunities within the metals, mining and commodities sector. The panel discusses key considerations for banks, issuers and investors interested in using sustainable finance to fund improvements across the metals and mining sector and mitigate potential environmental, social and regulatory risks.
Published 12/06/22
In this month’s review of the global sustainable finance market, we look at GSSS bright spots amid global financial turmoil, growing sovereign and corporate focus on biodiversity, and the uptick in thematic bonds as sustainability-linked instruments face scrutiny.
Published 11/28/22
A rundown of recent sustainable finance market developments, looking at the outlook for renewables, interesting blue bond transactions and the emerging “sleeping” sustainability-linked loans trend causing concern among market participants.
Published 09/28/22
In this month’s overview of all things sustainable finance, we look at the shifting global market, ponder the potential impact of the EU green bond standard, and highlight gender-based KPIs in sustainability-linked finance instruments.
Published 08/24/22
In this month’s rundown of all things sustainable finance, we look at shifting regulations for investors, issuers and service providers, how issuers can measure the impact of their GSSS bonds, and the growing spotlight on biodiversity in financial markets.
Published 08/04/22
Learn about how tying executive compensation to ESG performance can enhance a company’s accountability and transparency, the challenges organizations are facing, the types of metrics firms use for ESG-linked compensation programs, industries and regions with high pay-link adoption, steps to make your company’s program credible and transparent, and more.
Published 07/21/22
In this month’s round-up of the sustainable finance market, we discuss how geopolitical conflicts could spur the adoption of renewables, considerations for a just adaptation, and much more.
Published 06/22/22
In this episode, we share insights from our webinar, “Addressing Key Corporate ESG Issues: Lessons From Industries With High ESG Risk.” In excerpts from the live session, our sector analysts discuss the importance of measuring and managing material ESG issues such as environmental impacts, community relations, and occupational health and safety.
Published 06/07/22