March 8th, 2022 In this webinar, we talk about the challenges and opportunities that real estate investors face when it comes to climate change. And how leading investors are using the TCFD to report on climate change and pursue net-zero goals. Sign up below to watch our discussion. Don’t be left behind. We’ll help you […]
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Manifest Climate Recognized as a 2022 Best Workplace™ for Women on International Women’s Day
Happy International Women’s Day! Manifest Climate is proud to celebrate women’s invaluable contributions as we continue to create a supportive environment for women to work and thrive. We’re pleased to be recognized as a 2022 Best Workplace™ for Women. As a women-led company working to promote climate transparency and improved economic prospects for all, Manifest […]
Climate risk regulation rundown: February 2022
What happened in climate-related financial regulation last month, and what’s coming up The US Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) concluded its public consultation on draft principles for climate-related financial risk management for large banks on February 14. The regulator received 175 comments from bank lobby groups, industry association, and environmental nonprofits, among others. In its response […]
Climate Risks for Asset Managers
Climate change impacts are already manifesting in extreme weather events and increasing temperatures. The global response to these impacts is also making itself felt, through the concerted efforts of governments and businesses to transition the world economy to a low-carbon model. Both developments have profound implications for asset managers. Not only do climate-related financial risks […]
Climate Trends: The IPCC’s latest report highlights the scale of climate risks
Intensifying climate risks are already pushing the limits of nature and humanity and threaten to surpass the world’s ability to adapt if greenhouse gas emissions aren’t immediately reduced, according to the second part of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change’s (IPCC) latest assessment report, published Monday. The 3,675-page paper represents “an atlas of human suffering […]
Transition Tools for the Mining Sector Podcast
The global mining sector is grappling with the rapidly changing climate landscape. Now more than ever the industry is asking itself: How do we join the decarbonization movement? How do we operate and thrive within a new climate reality and the shift towards a low carbon economy? Manifest Climate provides the right mix of tools […]
Why Continuous Climate Education is Important for Businesses
Climate education has become increasingly relevant for businesses as governments around the world increase their focus on climate policies and regulations. In order to get and stay ahead, companies must be able to identify the systemic adjustments that are needed to tackle climate change. In turn, employees must also understand how to apply climate intelligence […]
Pillar politics: which part of the Basel framework is best for tackling climate risks?
Two recent papers offer contrasting views on Pillar 1 and Pillar 2 as tools for addressing banks’ exposures to climate risk Three ‘Pillars’ undergird the global banking rules known as the ‘Basel framework’: Pillar 1 covers rules on minimum loss-absorbing capital requirements for all lenders; Pillar 2, supervisory review measures, which include firm-specific capital add-ons […]
TCFD Strategy White Paper – What Does Good Look Like
A good climate strategy is just good business. An organization with a well-developed climate strategy is able to address climate-related risks and leverage climate-related opportunities. Getting your strategy right can be the difference between success and failure in the face of great change. In this white paper we illustrate the value of developing the right […]
Why financial institutions are still lagging on climate risk management
A recent study suggests that resource constraints, concerns over regulation, and the allure of climate opportunities may all be slowing firms’ work on risk management European banks received an unwelcome Valentine’s Day gift earlier this week courtesy of UK nonprofit ShareAction, which published a damning breakdown of their ongoing financing of the fossil fuel industry. This revealed […]