Sustainable Finance

This is the second article in a three-part series on the Choice-of-Future Problem in systemic investing. Part I introduces the problem and Part III (forthcoming) discusses special topics. These three parts are meant to be read sequentially, as each builds on the preceding one. In the first part of this…

This is the fourth article in a series that presents insights from an investigation into the challenges and opportunities of the urban climate finance movement. This investigation sits at the heart of a collaboration between the Centre of Public Impact (CPI), the TransCap Initiative (TCI), and EIT Climate-KIC, which have…

This is the first article in a three-part series on the Choice-of-Future Problem in systemic investing. Part II presents a framework for working through the problem and Part III (Discussion & Conclusion) is forthcoming. Systemic investing is directional investing. Its purpose is to help human systems evolve toward a future…

Proper management of water resources demands a considerable amount of financial resources. The current funding shortfall in this sector presents a considerable obstacle to achieving the necessary goals. Read about the various innovative financing mechanisms available. By Robert C. Brears Financing water resources management is critical for ensuring that water…

There exists a substantial and persistent lack of investment in adaptation measures in the majority of cities. According to a McKinsey Study in 2020, Asia could potentially experience escalating average temperatures, deadly heat waves, intense precipitation, devastating hurricanes, prolonged droughts, and scarce water availability by 2050. By 2050, there is…

The connection between funds’ names and their sustainability strategies continues to be a hot-button issue for regulators tackling greenwashing. One of the most challenging elements is that of measurement when comparing a fund’s activities with either its own strategy or a common reference point. …

Financial institutions’ credibility on Net Zero is largely outside of their direct control because of the importance of their customers’ own transition plans. …