Challenges to Mainstreaming ESG in Financial Markets

The present and future impacts of climate change, human rights violations, environmental, labor and regulatory violations and poor corporate governance on the quality of investments and credit risks have spurred widespread recognition of the importance of environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations in lending and investment activities.

As the value ascribed to robust ESG credentials continues to grow, companies and financial institutions are increasingly seeking ways to conduct business in an environmentally conscious manner and to minimize ESG risks.