Breaking news - Sustainable Finance - February 2024

What’s new in sustainable finance?

Every week, Carbon4 Finance shares the latest headlines in sustainable finance.

ESMA published a paper that examines the performance of European ESG funds during the COVID-19 crisis, aiming to shed light on sustainable finance and retail investor protection. It highlights the outperformance of ESG funds compared to non-ESG funds during the crisis and suggests further analysis on investor choices and outcomes as data quality improves.

A recent study reveals that when index providers encourage companies to align with climate targets, there's a significant increase in commitments. Financial institutions' engagement can drive corporate policy changes. Further research is needed to verify if companies uphold these commitments.

Nature technology emerges as a key investment theme with potential for profitability, while nature-based solutions may evolve into a distinct asset class, according to a survey of global financial institutions by Nature4Climate.

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