Reports

Adapting to Climate Change: A Guide for the Financial Services Industry

Monday Sep 12, 2011

Ryan Schuchard, Former Associate Director, Climate Change, BSR

Tiffany Finley, Former Manager, BSR

This primer on climate change adaptation in the financial services (FS) industry summarizes how FS companies are reporting on climate change risks and opportunities. Key risks and opportunities include disruption to owned assets and operations, investment portfolio exposure, and investor and public confidence. The brief outlines current and emerging best practices and guidance for FS companies on how to develop a proactive approach to climate change adaptation, and makes recommendations.

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To Advance Gender Equality, We Need to Tackle Climate Change

Samantha Harris, Manager, BSR

As the effects of climate change continue to exacerbate poverty, inequality and other social issues, the solutions we put forth must include social focus. This includes empowering women to be leaders.

How Private Equity Can Address TCFD and Climate Change

David Korngold, Director, BSR

What courses of action will help private equity firms address climate risks and opportunities in an actionable, meaningful way? BSR suggests two types of approach.

How Private Equity Firms Can Develop Responsible Investing Policies

Nandini Hampole, Manager, Private Equity, BSR; David Korngold, Director, BSR

A responsible investment policy is a private equity firm's commitment to incorporate ESG factors into investment decisions to better manage risk and generate sustainable, long-term returns. Our white paper outlines guidance for private equity firms on a straightforward approach, relevant principles, and practical tips to use in developing a responsible investment policy.

ESG in Private Equity: How To Write a Responsible Investment Policy

Nandini Hampole, Manager, Private Equity, BSR; David Korngold, Director, BSR

Over the past 10 years, the private equity sector has seen responsible investment approaches move from exception to expectation. Formalized integration of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations is becoming the norm. For all firms, a meaningful policy is fundamental to responsible investment and ESG integration.

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