The life insurer is the latest addition to companies to commit to the science-based targets initiative (SBTi) in Hong Kong, a standard that guides companies to set their emission reduction targets.
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China Investment Corporation has ramped up allocations to sustainable investments and sustainability-focused managers across both public and private markets, leveraging its proprietary ESG model.
The environment-focused non-profit organisation hopes to encourage more private market participation in impact investing initiatives through its deal-making.
Australian and British pension funds want the UK's National Wealth Fund to focus on higher risk net-zero industries where it can play a valuable role bridging gaps in capital markets.
The high-inflation and high-rate environment, coupled with regulations, add to asset owners’ pressure when navigating low-carbon transition investing.
Singapore attracted 250 new single family offices in 2024; Malaysia offers tax-free incentives to family offices; Telstra and Equip Super announce decision to merge; Prudential launches whitepaper on climate transition financing; and more.
A new report also says that advanced economies’ dominance of financial flows and development aid is waning, underlining the need for better international cooperation and more private investment.
Industry leaders from Prudential plc and Singlife shared their strategies and insights on sustainable investing, while underscoring the crucial role of transition finance.
Government-owned Hong Kong Investment Corporation backs an electric vehicle charging firm in its first overseas bet to drive Southeast Asia’s green transition.
Seven countries – including Australia – may now back the Asian Development Bank's IF-CAP programme, amid optimism around the climate investment it will mean for Asia.
As Australia positions itself as a key player in renewable energy and critical minerals, institutional investors across the Asia Pacific will be increasingly tempted to add to their positions in this important market.
The $116 billion Canadian pension manager believes the energy transition goals of countries across the region and a vessel supply-demand imbalance create a unique investment opportunity.
