Responsible Investing

CORDET on addressing investor requirements

A thoughtful approach to responsible investment is required to meet the ESG needs of private debt investors, say CORDET’s Christian Ovesen, John Sealy and Henrik Wikerman.

The world according to SFDR

Managers are preparing for a swathe of new ESG reporting requirements, with delayed EU taxonomy rules that come into force early next year seen as a potential gamechanger.

How lenders can help address climate change

Private debt has an important role in encouraging positive action on climate change, says Normunds Mizis, chief credit officer at BlueOrchard.

The big issues driving ESG debt strategies

Climate change and LP data demands are among five key focuses in the sector.

Climate action is critical, and investing in solutions can make a major impact

It’s time for investors to act on climate change, writes Amit Bouri of the Global Impact Investing Network.

Arcmont on lenders leveraging influence to drive ESG

As credit managers get more sophisticated on ESG, the tools they can use to drive progress in their portfolios are also advancing, says Nathan Brown, chief operating officer at Arcmont Asset Management.

Ares: Influence and engagement key to ESG in credit

Credit investors can no longer afford not to have environmental, social and governance issues front of mind, say Ares Management’s Blair Jacobson, Carl Helander and Adam Heltzer.

Sustainability-linked loans take off but remain a work in progress

As the talk around climate change grows, investors are increasingly looking to invest in sustainable funds.

What managers need to know about the ESG talent pool

Firms are recruiting for responsible investment roles and looking for individuals with skill sets ranging from investor relations to ESG integration.

ESG: An ambition without a masterplan

There’s no doubt that ESG is a major talking point within private debt, but there’s considerable divergence among fund managers on the best way forward.