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.
This article covers the continuing growth of corporate sustainability and the frameworks supporting it.
California climate laws SB 253 and 261, TCFD, SBTi and more in the Danesmead Advisory August 2025 newsletter.
In late August 2025, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) proposed important updates to SB 253 and SB 261, with implications for which companies are in scope and what they’ll need to do to comply.
2026 PRI reporting is changing – it’s new, and it’s mandatory for all signatories. Read more about the new reporting framework and how it will affect signatories.
CSRD simplification, UK Taxonomy, SBTi, and more in the Danesmead Advisory July 2025 newsletter.
Summary of the new EU Voluntary Sustainability Reporting Standard for SMEs (VSME).
Despite geopolitical uncertainty and shifting regulatory landscapes, institutional investors remain firmly committed to sustainability, according to recent insights from BNP Paribas and J.P. Morgan.
Changes to SFDR, the future of sustainable investment, greenwashing and more in the Danesmead Advisory June 2025 newsletter.
Summary of the UK government’s consultation which asks the financial services industry for views on its proposed requirements for climate-related transition plans.