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ESG Currents

Bloomberg
Climate Change
ESG
Sustainability
Sustainable Finance
Biodiversity
Renewable Energy
Carbon Credits
Sustainable Investing
ESG Investing
Artificial Intelligence
Bloomberg Intelligence
Inflation Reduction Act
Direct Air Capture
Carbon Markets
Energy Transition
Blended Finance
Carbon Emissions
Natural Capital
First Street
Green Bonds

ESG has become established as a key business theme as companies and investors seek to navigate the climate crisis, energy transition, social megatrends, mounting regulatory attention and pressure from other stakeholders. The rapidly evolving landscape has become inundated with acronyms, buzz words, and lingo and we aim to break these down with industry experts.

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Outcome bonds link investor returns to measurable results and are seeing increased issuance, led by institutions like the World Bank. In this ESG Currents episode, Bloomberg Intelligence ESG analysts Melanie Rua and Chris Ratti speak with Jorge Famil... more

Carbon pricing is at the heart of Japan’s decarbonization strategy. With a government-backed initiative covering about 60% of national emissions and the full launch of the Green Transformation (GX) Emissions Trading System in 2026, Japan’s carbon mar... more

Two experts, one question: Is climate risk already priced in? On this week’s episode of the ESG Currents podcast, Bloomberg Intelligence EMEA ESG integration analyst Grace Osborne hosts an Oxford-style debate. Dr. Jakob Thomae, co-founder and CEO of ... more

The Greenhouse Gas Protocol has become the de facto market standard for measuring and reporting carbon emissions. But does its focus on enterprise-wide reporting really lead to optimal decision-making? Carbon Measures, a coalition of industrial firms... more

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Recent Guests

Yuki Mori
General Manager of the Carbon Credit Market Office at the Tokyo Stock Exchange, Japan Exchange Group
Tokyo Stock Exchange / Japan Exchange Group
Episode: Critical Evolution of Japan's Carbon Credit Market
Jakob Thomae
Co-Founder and CEO of Theia Finance Labs; Research Director of the Inevitable Policy Response; Professor in Practice at SOAS University of London
Theia Finance Labs; Inevitable Policy Response; SOAS University of London
Episode: Debating Whether Climate Risk Is Already Priced In
Ben Caldecott
Founding Director of the Oxford Sustainable Finance Group; coordinating lead author on Finance for the IPCC's Seventh Assessment Report
Oxford Sustainable Finance Group
Episode: Debating Whether Climate Risk Is Already Priced In
Sarika Goel
Global Head of Sustainable Investment Manager Research at Mercer
Mercer
Episode: Inside the RFP - Expectations for Asset Managers
Catherine Burns
Managing Director at NatureVest, Nature Conservancy's Impact Investing team
NatureVest / The Nature Conservancy
Episode: Pricing Water Risk and Scaling Climate Resilience
Alyssa Go
Head of Impact at RRG Capital Management
RRG Capital Management
Episode: Pricing Water Risk and Scaling Climate Resilience
Dee Sharma
Head of Multi-Asset Solutions at Northern Trust Asset Management
Northern Trust Asset Management
Episode: The Playbook for Sustainable Private-Market Funds
Svanika Balasubramanian
Founder and Chief Circularity Officer of rePurpose
rePurpose
Episode: Embracing Nuance to Profitably Address Plastic
Natalia Dorfman
CEO and Co-founder of Kita
Kita
Episode: Kita on How Insurers Enable CO2-Removal Financing

Hosts

Eric Kane
Director of ESG Research for Bloomberg Intelligence; frequent host/participant guiding conversations on ESG and finance.
Shaheen Contractor
Senior ESG Analyst; hosts episodes focusing on ESG research, policy, and market mechanisms.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 28 ratings
  • Must-add to your investment podcast playlist

    Finally catching up on missed episodes and highly recommend ESG Currents for the curiosity and probing question that draw better answers from guests. Chapeau to Eric Kane, Shaheen Contractor, Rob du Boff and the Bloomberg Intelligence team. I hope you keep asking harder questions, politely!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @esgarchitect
    United States2 years ago
  • Very informative

    Great podcast that demonstrates ESG expertise. It’s great to have such knowledgeable hosts that can offer they key takeaways for ESG risk and opportunities.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Awesomenessless
    United States3 years ago

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Guests provide practical insights and real-world applications for risk and opportunity in ESG.
Hosts are deeply knowledgeable and ask probing questions that elicit actionable takeaways.
Content is informative and showcases strong ESG expertise across guests.

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Critical Evolution of Japan's Carbon Credit Market
Q: How will GX ETS interact with the JPX carbon credit market, and what is the role of J-credits vs GX credits?
GX ETS, overseen by the GX Acceleration Agency, recognizes J-credits and J-CM credits for offsetting, while JPX focuses on trading J-credits; the markets are complementary, with JPX aiming to improve liquidity for credits aligned with government policy.
Critical Evolution of Japan's Carbon Credit Market
Q: What are the main motivations for trading J-Credits, and how are they used by sellers and buyers?
Sellers monetize emission-reduction projects, while buyers use credits to offset emissions, support disclosure for international initiatives, and pre-purchase ahead of GX ETS eligibility to prepare for future demand.
Critical Evolution of Japan's Carbon Credit Market
Q: Could you explain what the carbon credit market looks like in Japan and how many companies participate?
The market is still early but growing; J-credits are government-certified, sourced from energy efficiency, renewables, and forestry projects, with just over 350 participating companies as of late April, reflecting broad cross-sector engagement.
The Playbook for Sustainable Private-Market Funds
Q: How should investors measure and compare sustainability across different asset classes?
Investors should evaluate how sustainability is embedded in underwriting, governance, and operational improvements, consider impact alongside financial returns, use a total portfolio approach for benchmarking, and look for tangible EBITDA impact from sustainability initiatives as evidence of value creation.
The Playbook for Sustainable Private-Market Funds
Q: How has access and due diligence evolved for private market investments?
Access to top-tier funds has become easier to access in some ways, but allocating to them remains challenging. There are more funds (over 19,000 PE and VC funds globally) and more liquidity considerations, with due diligence emphasizing alpha definitions beyond traditional measures, operational value add, and explicit links between sustainability initiatives and value creation.

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The show surveys ESG trends at the intersection of finance, climate, and corporate strategy, often anchored by Bloomberg Intelligence hosts who lead candid discussions with guests about risk, capital, and policy shaping the transition. Episodes highlight innovative financing tools, blended finance, nature-based solutions, and the role of insurance and regulation in accelerating action. A notable pattern is bringing together investors, bankers, and policy experts to unpack practical pathways for scaling sustainable finance and climate solutions, with a steady emphasis on governance, transparency, and the evolving financial instruments that unlock capital for ambitious climate projects.

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Recent guests on ESG Currents include:

1. Yuki Mori
2. Jakob Thomae
3. Ben Caldecott
4. Sarika Goel
5. Catherine Burns
6. Alyssa Go
7. Dee Sharma
8. Svanika Balasubramanian

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