Asset Impact

ICYMI – the third and final article in our EBA Pillar 3 series is live! In this article, Dr Alex Clark, Research Director at Asset Impact, dives into Templates 6-10, unpacking key acronyms and guiding you through the Green Asset Ratio (GAR), Banking Book Taxonomy Alignment Ratio (BTAR), and more. Learn how these templates drive transparency and provide essential insights for aligning with EU disclosure requirements. 🔎 Read the third article: https://lnkd.in/eGzf9uR6 Check out the complete series for a comprehensive look at the EBA’s requirements across all 10 templates—and discover data strategies to streamline compliance and strengthen your reporting framework. Click here: https://lnkd.in/eUd56mwn

We're excited to announce that two experts from GRESB and Asset Impact will be speaking at this year’s #ResponsibleInvestorUSA, sharing insights on the evolving role of ESG data and climate risk. On December 3, Paul Vozzella, Director – Americas at Asset Impact, will join a panel discussion on "ESG Data: The Next Frontier" to explore how innovations in data are shaping sustainable finance. On December 4, Tom Idzal, Head of Americas at GRESB, will speak on "Real Estate and Climate Risk", diving into the critical intersections of property investments and climate resilience. With the increasing focus on transparent, actionable data, these sessions will provide valuable perspectives on how the financial industry can address today’s most pressing sustainability challenges. 💡 We’d love to see you there! If you’re attending, stop by after the panels to connect with Paul or Tom or visit our booth.

Last week, we had the pleasure of attending the CFA Society Boston's second event in their sustainable investing series. Our Research Director, Dr Alex Clark, joined a panel to speak about the value of asset-based data in evaluating corporate net-zero alignment. A key theme was the importance of combining quantitative analysis (emissions data) with qualitative insights (intent and action) to assess corporate net-zero credibility. Alex highlighted how asset-based data uncovers whether companies are truly decarbonizing or simply offloading high-emission assets, and whether their technological shifts align with global pathways. Another standout message was on the shape of the transition matters as much as its direction. Immediate action is critical—climate impacts are driven by total accumulated emissions, not just annual reductions. 🌟 A huge thank you to CFA Boston, the speakers and all attendees for such a rich discussion. It’s clear we need to focus on substance over labels, prioritize emerging markets, and urgently scale adaptation finance. Paul Vozzella Rachel Nadolny

ING is at the forefront of the global transition to a low-carbon economy, primarily through its Terra approach, which steers the bank’s most carbon-intensive sectors towards alignment with global climate goals. In their recently published progress report, ING explains how they use asset-based climate data from Asset Impact to assess and engage with clients in sectors such as power, automotive, and cement. This data-driven approach allows ING to guide clients on their journey toward net-zero emissions. 🔗 Learn more about how ING uses an asset-based approach to accelerate its climate strategy: https://lnkd.in/eKYr9t6W

Aluminium is a key material in everything from construction to automotive manufacturing, but it comes with a high environmental cost. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), aluminium production is responsible for about 3% of the world’s direct industrial CO2 emissions. With aluminium is set to play a crucial role in the transition to net zero, the pressure to decarbonise production intensifies. This presents a clear challenge: How can financial institutions contribute to sustainable growth and fulfil their climate commitments? We believe the answer lies in having the right data. Asset-based data provides detailed, real-world insights that track the emissions and production output of aluminium smelters globally. By linking these emissions directly to the companies that own and operate them, financial institutions and stakeholders can: • Assess how well individual facilities and companies are progressing in their transition plans. • Identify leaders and laggards within the sector based on historical, current, and forward-looking metrics. • Make informed investment decisions that support genuine progress. Asset Impact's aluminium emissions indicators include: direct fuel use; direct process emissions from the smelting process; CO2, PFCs, CH4, and N2O; fuel extraction for electricity and direct use; purchased electricity; and alumina mining and refining. Our aluminium data covers: 🏢 260 companies 🏭 +190 primary smelters 🌐 +98% global production Click here to learn more: https://lnkd.in/eirMe578

We’re excited to share Morgan Stanley’s 2024 Net Zero Methodology Report, which showcases how they leverage Asset Impact's asset-based data for their Auto Manufacturing sector strategy. This underscores the value of our approach in tracking emissions and setting robust decarbonization targets. Three highlights from Asset Impact's automotive data: 1️⃣ A comparable and standardized way to track and assess scope 3 TTW emissions across all automotive companies. 2️⃣ Frequent updates to ensure timely insights with minimal lag. 3️⃣ Accurate and granular insights by linking emissions to physical assets and their respective owners. As Morgan Stanley and other leaders strive for ambitious climate goals, the need for up-to-date, detailed data is more critical than ever. Our asset-based approach empowers investors to craft informed investment strategies, delivering real-world outcomes and alignment to net-zero pathways. Read the report here to learn about Morgan Stanley's approach: https://lnkd.in/e_yktzqK Image credit: Morgan Stanley, 2030 Interim Financed Emissions Targets, 2024

We can't wait for the 2nd CFA Society Boston's Sustainable Investing Event tomorrow, November 20th! Dr Alex Clark, Research Director at Asset Impact, will be sharing his thoughts on how to leverage data for #transitionfinance, scenario analysis, and the evolving landscape of the #EUGreenTaxonomy. Don’t miss this chance to learn how an asset-based approach can be a game changer in data-driven investment decisions. Details below ⬇️

💪 We love to see our data in action! Climate Action 100+'s annual Net Zero Company Benchmark is provided using the #PACTA methodology and Asset Impact's data. Our data looks at the physical assets and forward-looking capacity plans of tens of thousands of companies across 11 high-emitting sectors. This provides critical insights into how the world's biggest emitters are transitioning and aligning with #netzero. See details below ⬇️

Great new tool from Oxford University highlighting a positive trend for financial institutions: net-zero regulation is growing globally. This helps to improve the availability and usefulness of company-level data, especially in high-emitting markets. However, lot's of challenges and gaps remain that prevent the efficient allocation of transition finance and hinder both comparability and transparency.

Complete your understanding of #EBA Pillar 3 ESG regulations, dive into our three-part series that unpacks everything you need to know about one of the world's most advanced climate disclosure frameworks for the banking sector. 1️⃣ Overview of Pillar 3, data challenges, and reporting requirements. https://lnkd.in/eUd56mwn 2️⃣ A deep dive into risk disclosures, including transition and physical risk. https://lnkd.in/eSx7qDxm 3️⃣ A breakdown of the Green Asset Ratio (GAR), Banking Book Taxonomy Alignment Ratio (BTAR), and activities outside the EU Taxonomy. https://lnkd.in/eGzf9uR6 💡 Gain valuable insights into the specific data requirements, discover key strategies for compliance, and learn how to effectively manage the demands of the EBA’s Pillar 3 reporting. And tell us, what challenges are you facing with your Pillar 3 disclosures?