Today, the International Forum of Sovereign Wealth Funds (IFSWF) and the One Planet Sovereign Wealth Fund Network (OPSWF) are publishing their third annual survey exploring how sovereign wealth funds view and are addressing climate change.

You can use the acronym of T-I-G-E-R to illustrate the growth factors of the region says James Cheo, Chief Investment Officer, Southeast Asia, HSBC Global Private Banking and Wealth

UN conference president Rena Lee of Singapore announces an agreement was reached on Saturday. (PhotoL Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Singapore)

More importantly many firms – particularly in the US – are promoting more women into major roles says EY as it publishes the 10th edition of this important report, noting key shifts.

An eclectic mix of topics and musing to reflect a week of snow, sunshine, wind and politics. Not always easy to tell apart from one another! From Giles Gibbons Good Business

Much changed as bonds and traditional currency hedges failed as diversifiers of equity risk. Are we on the cusp of a “Great Transition” or are we likely to revert to the kind of markets seen prior to the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic?

Ernst & Young LLP advises that as you plot your own ESG agenda for the coming year, take a look at how peers are viewing this business imperative for the year ahead.

To what extent should the UK government subsidise green industries and innovations that take place within the UK - asks the IOD

Investors looking for return on investment often find the infrastructure market attractive for its long-term performance, high yield, and diversification benefits.

A joint report from SAVVY Investor & Northern Trust examining key findings that reveal ESG’s contribution to portfolio risk

More institutional investors recognize environmental, social, and governance factors as drivers of value. The key to investing effectively is to integrate these factors across the investment process.

The ageing of populations poses mounting challenges for governments that will require changes in national policy priorities, country institutions and social arrangements.

Self-report measures from employees revealed that 71% had lower levels of “burnout”, and 39% were less stressed.

Bill Gates said: “The UK has all the ingredients to become a major player in the global push to build a net-zero emissions future, including world-class research facilities and forward-looking investors. It’s great to see cleantech businesses, innovators, and policy makers coming together to advance UK climate leadership.”

It will take self-reflection and disruptive change—including giving in far greater percentages, placing more diverse people in decision-making roles, and taking much bigger bets.

"This will be President Biden's first veto," predicted a spokesperson for Republican Senator Mike Braun, who has rallied support for the Senate measure from the chamber's 49 Republicans and Democratic Senator Joe Manchin.

Ultimately, a strong commitment from finance providers, governments and businesses is needed to finance and facilitate the energy transition.

Green hydrogen production and FCEV usage highlight platinum’s role in significantly reducing CO2 emissions

So, is it Go or Stop for Oil companies and their promises to clean up their act?

Our friends at IFSWF as ‘Why Should Sovereign Wealth Funds Consider Nature-Related Financial Risks?’ and the answer should act as a warning to all.