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The limits of one-size-fits-all sustainability rules

05 September 2025

The limits of one-size-fits-all sustainability rules

The European Commission sought to simplify sustainability reporting. Instead, it may have created a bigger challenge.

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Sustainability-linked lending: a market dividing into two clear paths

25 August 2025

Sustainability-linked lending: a market dividing into two clear paths

The sustainability-linked lending market has delivered over €300 billion in annual issuances for five consecutive years reflecting its importance in corporate finance (ING, 2025). The financial benefits for borrowers are clear: sustainability-linked structures can lead to reduced interest rates and improved access to capital. According to a recent report by Bain & Company and the Principles for Responsible Investment (“PRI”), sustainability-linked lending is a key driver of sustainability-linked value creation. At exit, it contributes to 6% in value increase of private market assets, reinforcing the business case for ESG integration (PRI, 2025).

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Why accuracy and auditability matters in ESG reporting

12 August 2025

Why accuracy and auditability matters in ESG reporting

ESG reporting has changed how businesses convey their value to the world, going from being a nice-to-have endeavour to a basic business necessity as it has become clear that the accuracy and auditability of ESG data are not only technical demands; they are the cornerstones of long-term corporate performance.

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Solving the data coverage challenge in ESG: A three-pronged approach

22 July 2025

Solving the data coverage challenge in ESG: A three-pronged approach

ESG data plays a vital role in the financial markets but due to its complex nature, the industry still experiences challenges when it comes to data coverage. We believe solving this challenge requires consistency, collaboration, and innovation. Data coverage can be improved through the following methods outlined here.

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Sustainability gets standardised: The ISSB rollout unpacked

30 June 2025

Sustainability gets standardised: The ISSB rollout unpacked

The announcement of the International Sustainability Standards Board (“ISSB”) at COP26 in Glasgow in November 2021 marked a turning point in global sustainability efforts.

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Reframing the role of AI and big data in sustainability reporting

29 May 2025

Reframing the role of AI and big data in sustainability reporting

The increasing complexity of sustainability disclosures reflects a broader shift in the global business environment. No longer confined to optional narratives in annual reports, sustainability data has become a critical factor in risk management, investment analysis, and long-term strategic planning. As this transformation unfolds, artificial intelligence (“AI”) and big data are emerging not simply as tools for operational efficiency, but as drivers of a fundamental change in how knowledge is gathered and applied. They are reshaping how companies collect, interpret, and act upon non-financial data.

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Holtara ESG tops Walk the Talk Consultancy's benchmarking sustainability tools report

25 March 2025

Holtara ESG tops Walk the Talk Consultancy's benchmarking sustainability tools report

Holtara has been ranked as the top performer in Walk the Talk Consultancy’s Benchmarking Sustainability Tools report. This recognition underscores our position as the leading ESG reporting platform, recognised for our innovative solutions, strategic ownership, and commitment to sustainability. Walk the Talk Consultancy evaluated 24 ESG reporting platforms, and we emerged as the best end-to-end solution, excelling in both private and public asset categories, as well as offering superior user guidance and extensive team resources

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The growing importance of integrating nature risk into investment decisions

14 March 2025

The growing importance of integrating nature risk into investment decisions

Humanity relies on nature for survival, wellbeing, and economic prosperity. Businesses also depend on the services that ecosystems provide. Our dependence on natural resources makes it crucial to invest in nature—not only to maintain biodiversity and a stable climate but also to reduce poverty, inequality, and protect the ecosystems that support livelihoods. This provides businesses with the inputs they need and a thriving base of customers. For investors, considering nature impacts can help manage risk, identify value creation opportunities, and meet evolving regulations. According to the World Economic Forum, about 50% of the world’s GDP directly depends on nature, making the integration of biodiversity into decision-making more critical than ever.

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Redefining SFDR: new product categorisation proposed by the Platform on Sustainable Finance

14 March 2025

Redefining SFDR: new product categorisation proposed by the Platform on Sustainable Finance

Cristian Echavarría and Jose Luis Marchante The European sustainable finance landscape continues to develop, and the recent proposal by the EU Platform on Sustainable Finance marks a significant step forward. With a focus on enhancing the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (“SFDR”), the proposal aims to introduce a structured categorisation framework that brings clarity to financial products and aligns with investor expectations.

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