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Hang Seng Indexes launches regulatory-aligned benchmark for climate-focused investors
Hang Seng Indexes has partnered with a global investment technology and advisory company, to launch the Hang Seng Climate Change 1.5°C Target Index to provide a new benchmark for investors who are interested in integrating climate considerations into their…
ESG investment funds outperform: Australian research
An Australian investment intelligence firm has revealed the results of study that has been tracking the investment performance of 66 mutual funds focussed on investing in companies with positive environment, social and corporate governance (ESG)…
Asia Pacific fund manager launches net zero fund, targets carbon offenders
A former JP Morgan Managing Director has launched a new hedge fund, which claims to be one of the first in the world to achieve a net zero carbon footprint without using costly carbon credits.
Asian renewables boom could be an investment power play
A shift from coal-fired power to clean energy will be a focus for utility providers in Asia in 2022, according to S&P Global ratings.
Hang Seng ESG indexes added to meet increasing sophistication of sustainable finance
Hang Seng Indexes, the company that manages and compiles major stock indexes covering Hong Kong and Chinese mainland stocks, has launched two new ESG-focussed indexes.
Adani Group: “The might of the west sits on a carpet of carbon soot”
Gautam Adani, the founder of India's Adani Group has lashed out at critics of India's decarbonisation efforts in an explosive speech. He then announced a multi-billion dollar investment into renewables. Watch the video.
Tom Baxter: The beginning of the end for coal in Asia
Long seen as a critical emerging market for coal power, South and Southeast Asian countries radically reconsidered their commitment to it last year in the face of new economic realities following the spread of coronavirus. Prospects for a revival of coal…