Learn More
<https://castlehalldiligence.com>
shutterstock_375019411

ESG Newsletter

    ESG Understanding Dips Amid Geopolitical Strain and Investor Pressures

    2023-10-13

    Fintech Global: According to ESG Today, it was found that less than a third (31%) of the board members avowed a sturdy understanding of ESG risks pivotal to their companies.

    Read more...

    Top House Republican Demands SEC Turn Over Documents on ESG

    2023-10-12

    BNN Bloomberg: A top House Republican is threatening to subpoena the Securities and Exchange Commission for any documents about US involvement in crafting European Union environmental, social and governance regulations that GOP lawmakers say harm American businesses.

    Read more...

    ESG Reports Will Soon Require Third-Party Assurance. Here’s How To Get Ready

    2023-10-11

    GreenBiz: The biggest challenge associated with new ESG reporting regulations isn’t that companies will be compelled to disclose ESG data — many already do so voluntarily — it is that they will need to have their ESG reports "assured," which means the data will be subject to the same scrutiny as financial reporting. 

    Read more...

    CFA Targets ‘Cultural Change’ as it Launches UK Diversity Code

    2023-10-11

    ESG Clarity: CFA Institute has launched the UK edition of its voluntary diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) code for the investment profession designed to support organisations seeking to accelerate change by fostering a commitment to DEI.

    Read more...

    Goldman Executive Has ESG Strategy to Dodge Hedge Fund Attacks

    2023-10-11

    BNN Bloomberg: As short sellers target traditional green stocks being hammered by inflation, an executive at the fund management arm of Goldman Sachs Group Inc. says there’s one kind of ESG asset that has what it takes to defy such headwinds.

    Read more...

    How To Prevent Accusations Of Greenwashing

    2023-10-10

    Forbes: Companies are now expected to report on ESG, including environmental sustainability. Mandatory and voluntary ESG reporting requirements depend on whether you work for a public or private company.

    Read more...

    Survey: Majority of CEOs Committed to Improving ESG Performance, Despite Economic Headwinds

    2023-10-10

    GreenBiz: Most CEOs leading the world's largest companies remain committed to prioritizing environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues, despite growing concerns over the threat posed by current economic and geopolitical headwinds.

    Read more...

    Majority of Private Investors Consider ESG When Investing

    2023-10-09

    ESG Clarity: Some 53% of private investors consider ESG factors when investing, but its popularity has declined slightly since 2021, according to the latest annual ESG Attitudes Tracker from the Association of Investment Companies (AIC).

    Read more...

    BlackRock Taps Private Debt Market With New Transition Fund

    2023-10-05

    BNN Bloomberg: BlackRock Inc. is tapping the private credit market to launch a new fund that will offer one of the fastest-growing ESG investment strategies in the US. The Climate Transition-Oriented Private Debt Fund will become part of an investing platform at BlackRock that the asset manager says is worth more than $100 billion.

    Read more...

    Global Sustainability-Focused Family Office Launches

    2023-10-04

    ESG Clarity: Milltrust International, an investment manager co-headquartered in London and Singapore, has launched a global sustainability-focused multi-family office with the aim of protecting and investing assets for families who prioritize sustainability and impact.

    Read more... 

    About Castle Hall Diligence

    Castle Hall helps investors build comprehensive due diligence programs across hedge fund, private equity and long only portfolios More →

    Subscribe to Weekly ESG Updates