ESG

The Ossiam Shiller Barclays CAPE® US Sector Value strategy with an ESG Overlay

Find out how the strategy is developed with two objectives in mind: Integrating key ESG considerations and preserving the risk return profile.

July 19, 2021

Gen Z: Who Else?

Jens Peers, CFA, CEO, and CIO, Mirova US elaborates on the Generation Z and identifies key characteristics and trends, he also highlights some possible scenarios how it may impact other generations going forward.

July 15, 2021
Jens Peers

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The Next Frontier in ESG: Biodiversity

Find out how Ossiam is leveraging on new data to address the key issue of biodiversity in the agriculture and food sector.

July 14, 2021

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Artificial Intelligence, Linking ESG and Financial Performance

Find out how ESG and financial performance are linked, and how Ossiam uses its innovative Machine Learning tool to process large ESG data sets and learn from it.

July 14, 2021

A Tech Odyssey

Hua Cheng, PhD, CFA* Portfolio Manager at Mirova US** and Louise Schreiber Senior Sustainability Analyst Mirova discuss the impact of the technology acceleration during the pandemic.

July 8, 2021

The G Factor

Amber Fairbanks and Manon Salomez, ESG analyst, give their view on the impact of Covid-19 on corporate governance and Mirova’s vision of creating shared value over the long term.

June 21, 2021

At the Dawn of a New Era

Nathalie Wallace Head of ESG Strategy and Development, Mirova US* and Mathilde Dufour Head of Sustainability Research Listed Assets, Mirova discuss the impact that the U.S. re-joined the Paris Climate Agreement under the new Biden Administration.

June 14, 2021

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Serious About Sustainability

Jens Peers, CEO & CIO of Mirova US and manager of the Mirova Global Sustainable Equity Strategy, reveals how nearly two decades of thematic and environmental investing have helped hone his skills in identifying the companies that are transitioning towards the future.

May 17, 2021
Jens Peers

Enabling vs Labelling in Sustainable Finance

ESG data, standards and labels are unlikely to drive the change we seek until we first agree on the appropriate change mechanisms.

May 10, 2021

Engaging Responsibly

Alex Edmans, Professor of Finance at London Business School, on why sustainability isn’t something you measure, it’s something you assess.

April 30, 2021

No Impact Without Momentum

Ashby Monk, Executive and Research Director of the Stanford Global Projects Center, on why our journey towards a more sustainable future might be long and uncomfortable.

April 30, 2021

Real World Impact

Florian Heeb and Julian Kölbel, researchers at the University of Zurich, on how investors can distinguish between what’s labelled as green and what really has impact.

April 30, 2021

An Honest Debate on ESG

Victor Van Hoorn, Executive Director of Eurosif, on why labelling alone won’t automatically enable us to meet carbon neutrality objectives.

April 30, 2021

Greenium: An Ally, and Source of Opportunities

More than ever, green bonds are the focus of attention. How investors should approach Greenium, its specific feature ? Find out Mirova’s analysis.

April 22, 2021

Green Hydrogen: a Catalyst for the Energy Transition

The use of hydrogen as a source of energy is in its early stages and its applications are as numerous as they are promising. Find out Mirova’s analysis.

April 21, 2021

8 Keys to Understand the Climate Challenge

Bigger than a pandemic, global warming is threatening humanity. After publishing the "8 Keys to Understanding Socially Responsible Investment" in 2019, DNCA Finance focuses on the challenges of climate change.

March 26, 2021

Biden and the Paris Agreement: What Rejoining Could Mean for Investors

The US has officially rejoined the Paris Agreement on climate change, signaling a broader focus by the Biden administration on sustainability issues.

March 26, 2021
Susan R. Olson

Loomis Sayles: Fixed Income Approach to ESG and Corporate Issuers

The Loomis Sayles Global Fixed Income Team explains its ESG investment philosophy and enhancements to its capabilities and process.

March 23, 2021

Loomis Sayles: A Principled Approach to ESG in Investing

Well-known for deep proprietary research, Loomis Sayles believes that ESG considerations are an inextricable part of investment analysis.

March 22, 2021

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Natixis Adds Powerful ESG Function to Portfolio Clarity Tool

Natixis Investment Managers Solutions has upgraded the Natixis Portfolio Clarity analysis tool to also include non-financial data.

March 16, 2021

Blended Finance: Finding the Right Mix of Public and Private Investment

To shift capital and enable ambitions to become reality, investment projects need a clear purpose and the right mix of public and private investment.

March 10, 2021

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Sustainable Finance: a European Regulatory Perspective

Corentin Couvidat, Regulatory Affairs at Natixis Investment Managers, gives a full picture of ESG regulations in 2021.

February 16, 2021

Culture is the Precursor to Diversity

Investment firms with strong corporate cultures can better support D&I efforts.

February 12, 2021

Creating Sustainable Value: Environment – Social – Governance, a new investor's Bill of Rights?

Measure Impact, Engage, and Understand ESG Trends with this quarter’s Mirova quarter Newsletter “Creating Sustainable Value”.

February 11, 2021

Can Sustainable Investing Really Save the World?

Amid the clamour for everything ESG today, asset managers, investors and advisors need to decide what they are genuinely trying to achieve.

February 9, 2021

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Thematics Asset Management Launches its First ESG Report

Thematics AM announces the upcoming release of their ESG Report.

February 9, 2021

ESG Investment Terminology: What Exactly Are We Talking About?

A quick guide to some of the most commonly used terms and abbreviations related to sustainable investing.

February 5, 2021

Under New Management in a Fast-Changing World

Perspective on how investors may benefit from macroeconomic trends and changing US government policies related to social inequality and climate change.

February 2, 2021
Jens Peers

Connecting 5G Hype with ESG Reality

Louise Schreiber, SRI Analyst at Mirova, looks at the investment potential of 5G today and assesses its future uses and limitations in the context of ESG.

January 18, 2021

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What is Impact Investing?

Mirova breaks down the idea that’s redefining the investment industry.

January 12, 2021

ESG Comes of Age Amid Low-Yield Macro Environment

A rapid return to 2019 activity levels is unlikely – but ESG and private assets present opportunities, writes Denis Prouteau of Natixis IM International Private Debt.

December 29, 2020

Will the Planets Finally Align to Foster a Green Transition? - Mirova Macro Newsletter #5

Measure, Engage and Understand markets with this quarter's Mirova Newsletter “Creating Sustainable Value".

December 1, 2020

Climate Change: Dealing with Rising Risk

Over the past decade, economic losses from natural disasters averaged $150 billion a year. Investors can’t ignore the effects of climate change any longer.

November 30, 2020

Engagement: Why One Size Doesn’t Fit All

Investors regularly engage with the companies they invest in. But does this engagement work?

November 30, 2020

US Retirement: Investing for a Sustainable Future

In Europe, companies, investors and regulators have embraced responsible investment. By contrast, the US has been seen as a laggard.

November 30, 2020

Blended Finance: Making the “Uninvestable” Investable

Worldwide, the shortfall in funding for the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) runs into trillions of dollars. It’s clear more needs to be done.

November 30, 2020

The SRI Letter From DNCA: What If We Were There?

Discover the editorial of Lea Dunand-Chatellet, manager and director of SRI at DNCA.

November 17, 2020

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8 Keys to Understand SRI

What is ESG? What are the different types of SRI strategies? Can financial and extra-financial performance be reconciled? Discover DNCA's 8 keys to understanding responsible investment today.

November 10, 2020

Pushing for a Green Recovery

Suzanne Senellart, portfolio manager at Mirova, identifies two European companies positioned to encourage the sustainable revolution in Europe.

November 10, 2020

Sustainable Finance: Ringing in a Second Chance

In his new book, Mirova’s Philippe Zaouati argues that sustainable finance should underpin an economic reset and outlines the roadmap for a successful transformation.

November 5, 2020

ESG Investing Gains Ground during Covid-19 Times

Why ESG-related investments attracted inflows during the coronavirus crisis is discussed in this interview with Jens Peers, CEO & CIO of Mirova US.

October 1, 2020
Jens Peers

Thematics AM: Investing in the Trends Shaping the Future

Discover Thematics’ investment philosophy and invest in trends that shape the future.

August 28, 2020

Into the Heart of ESG

Jens Peers, CEO, CIO and portfolio manager at Mirova US, discusses the factors that influence the longer-term sustainability game.

July 9, 2020
Jens Peers

Thematics Manager’s View: What has COVID-19 Meant for Water Investments?

Discover why this crisis has been different and why Thematics AM experts expect the sector’s proven, long-term resilience to shine through.

May 28, 2020

Sustainability Investing Beyond COVID-19

Jens Peers, CEO & CIO of Mirova US and manager of the Mirova Global Sustainable Equity Strategy, reveals why his strategy has held up well against global equity indices during the crisis and suggests why some ESG strategies outperform over the long term.

May 14, 2020

The Long-Term View of Mirova and Natixis Investment Managers on Transition and Sustainability

Three decades of sustainable investment experience within Mirova, an affiliate of Natixis Investment Managers.

April 23, 2020

Institutional Trends in Responsible Investing

Four senior female executives discussed how investors’ attitudes have changed at a recent event to celebrate International Women’s Day.

April 3, 2020

Responsible Ownership Amidst COVID-19 Outbreak

Mirova calls for caution and restraint on shareholder compensation due to COVID-19 pandemic.

March 30, 2020

The SRI Letter from DNCA: Are labels trustworthy?

Impact investment has seen exponential growth in recent years… Discover the in depth analysis from DNCA’s experts.

March 16, 2020

Taking Responsible Investment from Talk to Action

Demographic, technological, environment, and governance transitions can present opportunities for investors focused on risk and sustainability.

March 12, 2020

Diversity in Asset Management: Staying Ahead of Investor Expectations

A diverse workforce challenges conventional thinking and creates a more dynamic and rewarding work environment. It may also lead to better experiences for clients.

Utility Companies Face Challenges in an Evolving Energy Landscape

Gauging the environmental and social impact of utility companies requires a look at how their energy source mix may impact their long-term sustainability.