ESG
European Ombudsman opens inquiry into BlackRock ESG advisory contract
Green lawmakers and NGOs say asset manager faces conflicts of interest, but firm rejects claims
Time for mandatory climate disclosures is now – Carney
Former BoE chief says Covid-19 provides an opportunity to introduce comprehensive disclosures
Finance firms must take further steps on climate change – Carney
BoE governor calls for broadening of climate effort, including push for better risk management
Climate-related disclosures should be mandatory – RBNZ official
Assistant governor says firms should not be allowed to “cherry pick” what disclosures they make
Interview: Luiz Awazu Pereira da Silva
BIS deputy general manager talks about the obstacles central banks face with regard to climate change
Central Banking Awards 2020: the winners
All the winners in the 2020 Central Banking Awards
Global markets award: HSBC
The bank is a leader in green finance and helped clients navigate the low-rate environment
Central Banking Awards 2020: second group of winners unveiled
Prizes awarded for governor, reserve management, green initiative, asset manager and custody
Innovation in reserve management: BlackRock
The US asset manager has made great strides in technology, research and advisory capabilities
Green initiative: Network for Greening the Financial System
Voluntary body is driving efforts to tackle climate-related risks
Carney defends financial sector’s record on climate action
Finance ready to flow to green projects if politicians take lead, BoE governor says
Central banks must take lead on climate disclosures – PBoC’s Ma
Reserve managers’ stances send important signals to the financial community, says Ma Jun