Investment conclusions from 2023’s clean energy sell-off

Offshore windfarms

The clean energy index had a tough 2023, but we believe there was an overreaction in markets that didn’t appreciate the nuance of the energy transition.

ESG Viewpoint: Investing in a Just Transition

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It’s essential we consider the social dimension as we transition to a low carbon world. We explore the investment implications of a Just Transition.

Carbon capture and storage: opportunities in a burgeoning market

Power plant station next to a nature reserve

CCS has the potential to play a major role in delivering ambitious emission-reduction targets. We run the rule over the marketplace

ESG Viewpoint: Interpreting climate data for investment portfolios

Wind farm

Climate change and the energy transition will impact the long-term performance of investment portfolios. Here we look at how investors should interpret climate data for managing investment portfolios.

ESG Viewpoint: Diversity in clinical trials  

Lab workers running tests

Despite a clear scientific and commercial imperative, a significant gap between patient and trial populations persists. We explain why diversity in clinical trials matters to investors and explore our engagement with companies.

COP28 – main takeaways and key outcomes

Dubai

A last-minute deal on transitioning away from fossil fuels was agreed – but will commitments be implemented? We assess this and other progress made at the 28th round of climate change negotiations in Dubai.

Global Sustainable Outcomes Q3 2023

wind turbine

As interest rates rise, global financial and economic risks also rise, with the renewable sector experiencing a ‘black swan’ event in 2023.

Going global with a proven formula

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It has been a decade since we made the pioneering move into fixed income impact investing, launching the CT UK Social Bond in 2013 – the UK’s first daily liquid social bond fund. Having followed that with the CT (Lux) European Social Bond in 2017, we are now going global with a unique and proven approach built on the principles of impact investing.

Greater clarity and a focus on financial outcomes

Dimu bridge over mountains covered by green forest in Guizhou China

What’s in store for responsible investing from here? We explain why environmental, social and governance factors matter, highlight the importance of meeting defined client needs and discuss our active ownership efforts in 2024.

What we expect from COP28 in Dubai

Dubai skyline

With the 28th round of climate change negotiations looming, we outline some of the main discussion points and consider what progress could be made.