Research / Policy & Finance

Creating shared value through inclusive business strategies
This paper demonstrates how it is possible to create shared value through inclusive business (IB) strategies and outlines practical steps which can be taken to develop an effective IB strategy.
Multi-Stakeholder initiatives: Cooperating to achieve responsible and inclusive business (2015)
Multi-stakeholder initiatives (MSIs) can bring together the skills, expertise and resources to tackle global challenges and contribute to sustainable development.
Climate change, green bonds and index investing: The new frontier
This is a collaborative research project between S&P Dow Jones Indices and Infrastructure Credit Alpha Group LLC.
The S&P Green Project Bond Index: Capturing a deeper shade of green
Green project bond indices can serve as the basis for environmentally friendly and sustainable investments by tracking bonds that fund projects with clear environmental benefits, mitigating the impact of climate …
Hot trends in sustainability management for 2015
This report explores the key sustainability management trends that will impact businesses in 2015 and beyond. It builds on detailed Verdantix research into regulations, innovations, competitive dynamics and corporate strategies …
See change: How transparency drives performance
Findings highlight specific ways in which transparency can in fact inform decision-making, drive change and foster improved performance.
Bright ideas: Global trends in solar finance
Bright Ideas focuses on mega trends in solar finance which are reshaping the globalisation of this technology.
The Low-Carbon Company: Mastering the low-carbon economy
This new thought leadership paper from global sustainability consultants Corporate Citizenship, explores how leading companies are already adopting low-carbon strategies in light of the growing constraints on carbon.
Ahead of the curve: How the circular economy can unlock business value
As the circular economy continues to be the latest buzzword in sustainability, this paper unravels the complexities around the topic and presents it in a compelling, easy to read language …
Demonstration of the eco-town framework in San Vicente, Palawan, Philippines
The Philippines’' promising economic outlook is being threatened by the adverse impacts of climate change. Being one of the most susceptible countries to changes in climatic conditions and natural disasters …
Eco-civilisation: China's blueprint for a new era
In early March 2014, China's important yearly political consultation began, followed by the annual parliamentary sessions, known as Lianghui. Timed to coincide with these sessions, this new briefing interprets outcomes …
Energy sector faces increasing pressures from climate change - new report
The energy sector is facing increasing pressures from climate change. All segments of the industry will be affected by the changing global climate and the policy responses to it.
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