Who needs to read sustainability disclosures?

The question is who, according to you, should be reading your sustainability disclosures rather than who is reading them.  Is your sustainability communication reaching the right audience? I once asked a Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO), the question – ‘who needs to read the sustainability disclosures’ that he and his team were so fastidiously compiling. He… Continue reading Who needs to read sustainability disclosures?

Where are the Indian ESG Funds Investing?

Last year, in May 2021, I undertook a similar analysis to understand the key investment trends of the Indian ESG mutual funds.  While it is only a mere 7-8 months, I felt it would be interesting to see how the industry landscape has progressed and whether the portfolio composition or investment pattern of the funds have… Continue reading Where are the Indian ESG Funds Investing?

Comparing 2 ESG ratings in India

Co-authored with Sakshi Uberoi ESG ratings are being increasingly considered in the investment screening process. This has come from the recognition that we need to adequately price the ESG risks and premiums associated with the business practices and conduct – surfacing the true market valuation of a business.  A large reason for the surge in ESG… Continue reading Comparing 2 ESG ratings in India

Where are ESG Mutual Funds in India Investing?

The pandemic accelerated the demand for ESG or sustainable investing which saw a significant growth in 2020. Amidst this rise, ESG mutual funds seem to be gaining popularity with almost all the major asset management companies in India having launched an ESG Mutual fund by end of 2020. For a deeper understanding of the portfolio… Continue reading Where are ESG Mutual Funds in India Investing?