Scores are meant to provide transparent, data-driven insights into company performance.
EMEA leads in sustainable smart beta interest, with the US a fast follower.
Over 70 global investors have developed guidelines via the Institutional Investors Group on Climate Change.
Half of global public investors cite insufficient data as a barrier to ESG adoption.
The advent of passive ESG funds provides more options to investors seeking sustainable impact.
Lack of diversity diminished returns among the 150 largest companies in the S&P.
Businesses and economies are rebuilding in a more sustainable way post-COVID-19.
There is increasing focus on ESG from both investors and issuers.
Nearly $200bn of sustainable bonds came to market in the first half of this year.
