A new report by the EIRIS Foundation, applying its Social LobbyMap methodology, examines and highlights the role of private sector influence in the exclusion of financial sector downstream value chain activities from the scope of the EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD).
Social LobbyMap Methodology Consultation
The EIRIS Foundation, a research, advice and advocacy charity working to pioneer the next steps for sustainable finance, is delighted to formally announce the appointment of 3 new Trustees to its Board.
Corporate climate lobbying has rightfully received a lot of attention from investors and civil society. Yet corporate lobbying on the ‘S’ in ESG is equally very much a live issue. And it can lead to severe human rights impacts.
The 2023 Renewable Energy & Human Rights Benchmark assessed and scored the human rights policies and practices of 28 leading companies across the renewable energy supply chain, including wind and solar project developers, oil and gas companies entering into renewables, and wind turbine and solar panel manufacturers.
The EIRIS Foundation has responded to the ISSB’s request for feedback around its agenda and priorities.
The Racial Equity Scorecard is a research project under the Pathway Fund, which was founded in 2022 to catalyse opportunities for Black and Minoritised communities, across England, through social investment. By providing a more thorough understanding of what racial equity means in an investment context, the scorecard aims to enable assets owners to mobilise investment capital towards racial equity. It also hopes to provide a framework to help charities, asset owners and managers collect data and insights on companies they invest in.
This month the EIRIS Foundation is proud to celebrate its 40th Anniversary and its pioneering role in the field of responsible investment.
The ‘What, Why and How’ of Sustainable and Responsible Investment for Charities:
EIRIS Foundation launches new CharitySRI website
The EIRIS Foundation is pleased to have had the opportunity to respond to the FCA consultation on Sustainability Disclosure Requirements (SDR) and investment labels.