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.
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.
A practical guide to help investment managers understand, compare, and demonstrate alignment with the UNGC and OECD standards amid rising regulatory expectations such as SFDR 2.0.
TCFD alignment with ISSB, SFDR momentum, NZAM updates and more in the Danesmead Advisory February 2026 newsletter.
Review of the recently proposed FCA guidance on climate disclosures aligning to the IFRS ISSB standards. This includes a detailed review of what is being proposed and how it will impact UK companies and financial institutions.
NYC Comptroller, defence exclusions, ESG rating and more in the Danesmead Advisory January 2026 newsletter.
Recent research from the PRI and the NYU Stern Center for Sustainable Business – including the Sustainability Value Creation Guide and the Return on Sustainability Investment tool underscores both the clear financial upside of sustainability and the difficulty asset managers face in measuring the financial impact of impact, while also providing tools to help managers get started.