ESG: Hyperboles and Reality
In this highly recommended article George Serafeim presents his research findings that serve as a way to cut through the hype and noise and more deeply understand the emerging ESG field.
The full paper can be downloaded here.
SFDR updates, El Nino, net zero standards, and more in the Danesmead Advisory July 2026 newsletter.
The Council of the EU has agreed its negotiating position on 24 June 2026 on an updated sustainability framework – SFDR 2.0.
A severe El Niño event could intensify physical climate risks with major humanitarian and economic consequences. This article argues that investors should proactively assess, manage and build resilience to these risks across portfolios and supply chains.
US regulatory updates on sustainability, a new nature assessment framework, climate risk management and more in the Danesmead Advisory June 2026 newsletter.
The beta Taskforce on Inequality and Social‑related Financial Disclosures (TISFD) framework has been released for consultation, representing a step forward in the development of social sustainability disclosure standards.
Recent developments in the European Parliament’s ECON Committee mark an important step forward in the evolution of the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR). Read our summary on the proposed changes to the SFDR regulation and possible implications for financial firms and investors.
SBTi growth, updates from the EU and GHG Protocol, and more in the Danesmead Advisory May 2026 newsletter.
UK SIF highlights how unaddressed flood risk is exposing the UK mortgage market to significant climate‑related financial risk.
Updates on SFDR, CARB SB 253 and 261, SDR and more in the Danesmead Advisory April 2026 newsletter.
A briefing on the EU’s EcoDesign for Sustainability Regulation and Digital Product Passport, outlining key timelines, new data and circularity requirements, and how upcoming delegated acts will reshape product expectations across the EU market.