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ExxonMobil’s role in delaying action on climate change is a matter of record. That said, companies are run by people, and people, boards, and priorities evolve. Dismissing Exxon out of hand risks missing an opportunity to engage critically with the present and potentially influence its future trajectory, says FFI CEO Christopher Ito. Read more in our latest blog post, coming on the heels of #COP29. https://lnkd.in/eycbFqrc #climateinvesting #energytransition #transitionintelligence?

At COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, negotiators and ministers will continue deliberations through Saturday, but the likelihood of transformational outcomes appears slim, according to our on-site Sustainability Research Analyst Intern, Emily Wong. For now, the participants are awaiting the final decisions on the adoption of the texts. Read more in our Nov. 22 update: https://lnkd.in/eYzM3VEr #cop29 #climateinvesting #energytransition #transitionintelligence?

At COP29, the penultimate day's discussions highlighted the interconnectedness between gender, finance, and climate justice, underscoring the urgent need for transformative action. Yet, with tomorrow being the last official day, will negotiators have finalized their decisions? See the update from FFI's sustainability research analyst intern, Emily Wong, who is on-site in Baku, Azerbaijan. https://lnkd.in/eYzM3VEr #cop29 #climateinvesting #energytransition #transitionintelligence

Make sure to catch our daily roundup of all the November 20th activities at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan from FFI's on-site sustainability research analyst intern, Emily Wong. One takeaway: With meetings now closed to observers, progress has become even more challenging. Get the full update: https://lnkd.in/eYzM3VEr #cop29 #climateinvesting #energytransition #transitionintelligence

Realize that this may not be a popular take, as a mission driven company—to watch the retreat of ESG investing, and not put forth a defiant stand to defend it. Personally believe that companies should be well governed, value diversity, protect the environment, do right by climate, its workforce and community. Those activities should result in financial value. But don’t think investors need ESG to make those assessments. And for investors who want to focus on climate risks, the unbundling of the E, S and G will make it easier to free risk management from the US culture wars.?Differences between UK/EU and US continue to widen. Interested in takes, critiques.? Mark Campanale Lane Jost Jeff Gitterman Ian S. Fuller Emily Berger, CFA Georges Dyer

Day 2 at COP29 and our on-site sustainability research analyst intern, Emily Wong, reports that there has been a whirlwind of discussions on numerous climate challenges and opportunities. Yet, many in Baku seem to believe that this year’s summit won’t deliver groundbreaking outcomes and that more substantive progress will have to wait. Read more from our daily round-up: https://lnkd.in/eYzM3VEr #transitionintelligence #climaterisk #climateinvesting #energytransition #COP29

In our latest piece, we explore how the politicization of ESG has led to its retreat in the US and why this may ultimately benefit investors. By unbundling the “E,” “S,” and “G,” we foresee a new era of pragmatic, risk-based investing that sharpens the focus on financial materiality. Read more about how this shift could redefine sustainable investing for institutional investors. https://lnkd.in/eh6r7eif #climateintegration #transitionintelligence #oilandgas #energytransition #lowcarboneconomy #ESG #ClimateFinance #InstitutionalInvesting

Week 2 of COP29 has kicked off in Baku, Azerbaijan. FFI Solutions’ Sustainability Research Analyst Intern, Emily Wong, is on the ground at the event, sharing her thoughts and insights all week. See her first post and check back each day! https://lnkd.in/eYzM3VEr #cop29 #climateinvesting #energytransition #transitionintelligence

When it comes to investing in oil & gas companies, do you look at the climate risks and opportunities? We'll help walk you through what you need to know in our new complimentary whitepaper: Climate Integration Framework for Institutional Investors (3rd Edition Update). Get it today: https://lnkd.in/eJ2kgggH #climateintegration #transitionintelligence #oilandgas #energytransition #lowcarboneconomy

Did you miss our last Beyond Carbon podcast with Will Attenborough and Leila Mimmack? Hosts Christopher Ito and Georges Dyer spoke to the British actors about their journey from the world of acting to leading impactful climate campaigns and how they've leveraged their public platforms to drive change in sustainability and finance. Listen now: https://lnkd.in/eW_Q3n8a #beyondcarbon #ffisolutions #energytransition