Editor's Note

ESG is the Way Forward

Over time, ESG investments in Asia have transformed from a passing trend to a more sustainable approach to investing. Despite recent global macroeconomic and geopolitical events in Asia, investor interest in national climate and development policies, energy security, and sustainable financing has not decreased.

The rise in popularity of ESG investing has given rise to investment options like ESG integration, climate investing, and more general sustainability and social issues. A portfolio's value can be significantly impacted by potential sustainability risks, such as climate change, physical risks from stranded assets, and potential supply chain liabilities frequently brought on by regulations or laws, if ESG factors are taken into account when making investment decisions. Active ownership boosts portfolio value and helps organisations achieve better ESG results.