ESG

The impact conversation is moving beyond SFDR

Impact and SFDR classification has always been an awkward marriage. It’s no surprise sophisticated market actors are moving away from it.

Scale versus niche – the competing claims of cleantech

A Moody’s report and a Lombard Odier white paper offer different visions of risk and opportunity for lenders in the sustainability space.

LGIM: Seizing the ESG opportunity in private debt

Emerging markets are proving it is possible to make responsible and sustainable investments over the cycle and see a genuine impact, says Nicholas Bamber, head of private credit at LGIM Real Assets.

Signs of hope following Asia-Pacific’s fundraising struggles

As the Middle East grows in significance as a source of capital, and travel continues its post-covid revival, Asia-based GPs are hoping they can find backing for the region’s big investment themes.

Kartesia on how to deliver impact with returns

Setting the right impact KPIs aligned with companies’ developmental projects is pivotal for performance enhancement, says Kartesia’s Coralie De Maesschalck, head of CSR and ESG.

SBTi validation is becoming a must have

The initiative’s applicability to both GP and portfolio companies means it is emerging as a ‘gold standard’ in private markets.

ELTIF 2.0 rules offer fresh momentum

Despite some remaining complexity and uncertainty, ELTIF 2.0 appears to offer non-professional investors a much easier way into alternative investments than its 1.0 predecessor, says Linklaters Luxembourg’s Silke Bernard.

Climate concerns drowned out by real estate lenders

ESG issues are increasingly important for investors in real estate debt, but are they being factored into investment decisions? Not necessarily.

Nuveen on the role of C-PACE in sustainable investing

Amid tough times for the commercial real estate market, Alexandra Cooley, chief investment officer and co-founder of Nuveen Green Capital, highlights a new source of green finance that provides a bright spot.