Editor's Note

Balancing Act of Risks & Related Sustainability Investments

ESG investments in Asia have developed over time from a fad to a more sustainable method of investing. Investor interest in national climate and development policies, energy security, and sustainable financing has not diminished despite recent global macroeconomic and geopolitical events in Asia.

Investment opportunities such as ESG integration, climate investing, and more general sustainability and social themes have been produced as a result of increased interest in ESG investing. The incorporation of ESG factors into investment decisions enables investors to take into account potential sustainability risks that could have a significant impact on portfolio value, such as climate change, physical risks from stranded assets, and potential supply chain liabilities frequently brought on by regulations or laws. Active ownership contributes to improved ESG results in...  >>More