The evolution of net zero: Part I – Global events and permacrisis
As industries developed and global trade swelled, Sharon Myburgh discusses in this 3-part series why it became necessary to take a globally agreed net zero approach
Asia
Green is the new black in mining after historic net zero deal
Mining giants Antofagasta, Aurubis and Glencore all confirmed to NZI they support ICA's landmark agreement
Asian asset owners use lack of regulation as an ‘excuse’ not to go green, says APG rep
Yoo-Kyung Park, who is head of responsible investment and governance at APG Asset Management Asia, part of Dutch pension giant APG, said most asset owners in Asia do not make ESG and sustainability a priority, simply because there is no legal incentive to do so.
Looking East: Is Asia the next big battleground for net zero disputes?
With strong commitments to climate change and phasing out fossil fuels in favour of renewable energy, Asia is set to be a key arena for related claims, writes Bao Chiann
AIGCC launches deforestation-focused investor working group
The Asia Investor Group on Climate Change, an institutional investor coalition, has launched a new 'Forest and Land Use Working Group'
The art of climate resolutions
As the number of shareholder climate resolutions reaches record levels, Atharva Deshmukh discusses how they can be used as part of an effective engagement strategy.
AIIB: a ‘moonshot’ mission to net zero
The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s chief economist and lead economist reflect on a once-in-a-generation opportunity for emerging economies to achieve a smooth and fair transition.
Asia: the net-zero battleground
When it comes to achieving global progress on climate goals, investors should look to the East.
Gas infrastructure spending in Asia risks net zero and investors alike
Markets in Asia are maintaining spending on gas infrastructure, cementing the fossil fuel’s place in domestic power grids for decades to come.
Asian SOEs net-zero attitudes ‘challenging’, finds CA100+
Role of NDCs in Asia potentially creating a shortfall, according to the initiative. State-owned enterprises (SOEs) are found to have “challenging” attitudes to net zero, according to the Climate Action 100+ (CA100+).
To be successful at engagement in Asia, investors need to focus on the nuances: Climate Action 100+
Investor coalition Climate Action 100+ has released an updated guide for investor engagement strategy...