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FCA Climate Reporting Update 2026-27
In September 2026, the FCA confirmed a set of updates to its rules on climate disclosure for UK investment firms. This article summarises the main changes and set out what firms need to do to stay compliant with the updated climate rules.
October 2026 Newsletter
Regulatory updates on SDR, SFDR, ESOS, PRI and more in the Danesmead Advisory October 2026 newsletter.
Four Key Sustainability Regulations for 2026 and Beyond: ESOS, SFDR, SDR, CSRD
As we move through 2026 and beyond, firms are facing several important milestones across both the UK and EU sustainability regulatory landscape.
In this article, we review four key regulations (ESOS, SFDR, SDR and CSRD), providing a clear guide on how to comply, by when and how to get started.
PRI Hedge Fund Guidance
The PRI has published a new guide designed to help hedge fund managers and investors navigate responsible investment in a way that reflects the realities of the sector.
SFDR 2.0 – EU Parliament’s Negotiating Position and Next Steps
The European Parliament has stated its negotiating position on SFDR 2.0 This article explains the areas likely to shape the final rules and the practical steps asset managers should consider now.
Guide to ESOS Phase 4
ESOS Phase 4 will place greater emphasis on action, requiring large UK organisations to demonstrate progress against previous energy-saving commitments and explain where measures have not been delivered. This article explains what businesses need to do to comply.
September 2026 Newsletter
Transition investing, EU packaging rules, climate regulation, El Nino and more in the Danesmead Advisory September 2026 newsletter.
The Rise of Transition Investing
As transition investing gains momentum, asset managers will need to show that their strategies are not only aligned with long-term sustainability goals, but backed by credible plans, measurable progress and real-world outcomes.
SFDR 2.0: Council of the EU Negotiating Position
The Council of the EU has agreed its negotiating position on 24 June 2026 on an updated sustainability framework – SFDR 2.0.
El Niño and Global Physical Climate Hazards: An Investor’s Guide
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.
June 2026 Newsletter
US regulatory updates on sustainability, a new nature assessment framework, climate risk management and more in the Danesmead Advisory June 2026 newsletter.
FCA proposes alignment with ISSB on climate disclosures
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.
January 2026 Newsletter
NYC Comptroller, defence exclusions, ESG rating and more in the Danesmead Advisory January 2026 newsletter.
Investors warn: deforestation is a systemic financial Risk
Summary of the Belém Investor Statement aimed at halting forest loss to protect global ecosystems and long‑term financial stability.
Investors Continue to Back Sustainability, Reports Confirm
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.