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ESG Currents

Bloomberg
Climate Change
ESG
Biodiversity
ESG Investing
First Street
Sustainable Finance
Climate Risk Analysis
Renewable Energy
Carbon Emissions
Concrete Production
Real Estate Market
CDPQ
Carbon Credits
Sustainable Investing
Insurance Premiums
Climeworks
Blended Finance
Sustainable Building Materials
Flood Risk
Wildfire Risk

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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Mangroves are one of the most powerful natural tools for climate adaptation and resilience, protecting coastlines, stabilizing economies and strengthening ecosystems. On this episode of the ESG Currents podcast, Ignace Beguin Billecocq, executive dir... more

Can cutting methane leaks help fuel the rising energy demand from AI data centers? On this episode of the ESG Currents podcast, Carl Pope, former Sierra Club executive director, and Last Mile Production CEO Zach Wagner join BI climate analyst Andrew ... more

Blended finance uses catalytic capital from public or philanthropic sources to mobilize private investment toward sustainable development — but how are these vehicles structured, and what enables them to scale? On this week’s episode of the ESG Curre... more

The build-out of power-hungry data centers is coinciding with new roadblocks for solar and wind farms under the Trump administration, raising the risk of an electricity supply squeeze. In this episode of Bloomberg Intelligence’s ESG Currents podcast,... more

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Carl Pope
Former head of the Sierra Club
Episode: Plugging Methane Leaks to Power AI Data Centers
Zach Wagner
Co-founder of Last Mile focusing on emissions reduction and energy opportunities
Last Mile
Episode: Plugging Methane Leaks to Power AI Data Centers
Timothee Jaulin
Head of Responsible Investment Development and Advocacy for Amundi.
Amundi
Episode: Explaining the Ins and Outs of Blended Finance
Andrea Ranger
Director of Shareholder Advocacy for Trillium Asset Management
Trillium Asset Management
Episode: Trillium on the Value of Shareholder Engagement
Rama Variankaval
Global Head of Corporate Advisory at JPMorgan
JPMorgan
Episode: How AI and Energy Are Reshaping Corporate Strategy
Nino Tronchetti Provera
Founder and Managing Partner of Ambienta, focused on environmental sustainability investing
Ambienta
Episode: Ambienta’s Scientific Approach to Sustainability
Ann Lipton
Professor at the University of Colorado Law School specializing in corporate governance and the role of corporations in society.
University of Colorado Law School
Episode: Professor Lipton on State of Corporate Governance
Jennifer Jordan-Saifi
CEO of the Sustainable Markets Initiative
Sustainable Markets Initiative
Episode: Sustainable Markets Initiative Eyes Climate Goals
Winston Chow
Co-chair of the UN's Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change Working Group II and Professor of Urban Climate at Singapore Management University.
Singapore Management University
Episode: Food, Trust and the Art of IPCC Climate Diplomacy

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Gail Glazerman
Senior ESG Analyst and host, focusing on critical ESG insights and analysis.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 27 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 States2 years ago

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#236
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Apple Podcasts
#203
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Apple Podcasts
#237
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Explaining the Ins and Outs of Blended Finance
Q: Do you feel like these stringent requirements that the development financial institutions have inhibit money from moving into the space?
Yes, while the criteria are important, they can lead to slower time to market and limit the pool of eligible projects.
Explaining the Ins and Outs of Blended Finance
Q: Are you seeing any themes gaining ground more today than yesterday or any trends in sort of the outcomes?
Natural capital and social inclusion are emerging themes that are gaining traction, reflecting a broader focus on environmental sustainability and social equity.
Explaining the Ins and Outs of Blended Finance
Q: What is blended finance? How do these structures work? Who's involved?
Blended finance is defined as the use of catalytic finance from public or philanthropic sources to increase private sector capital aimed at financing sustainable development in emerging markets.
Trillium on the Value of Shareholder Engagement
Q: What are some of the issues investors should be paying attention to?
Andrea emphasizes the importance and ongoing scrutiny of issues related to AI and the financial impacts of climate change on banks and insurance companies.
Trillium on the Value of Shareholder Engagement
Q: Can you share some examples of the kind of advocacy you've done? Any success stories you can share?
Andrea shares a couple of success stories, including urging companies like Chipotle and Domino's to phase out harmful chemicals from receipts and efforts for a racial equity audit with a company in their portfolio.

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Frequently Asked Questions About ESG Currents

What is ESG Currents about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Content focuses on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) themes central to current business and investing landscapes. The discussions are enriched by insights from industry experts who analyze challenges and advancements related to sustainability practices, climate action, and regulatory efforts. Noteworthy episodes highlight practical solutions organizations adopt as they navigate complex issues like climate risk, investment opportunities, and innovative approaches to sustainability across various sectors including finance, food, and technology. The podcast stands out for its commitment to breaking down complex jargon and effectively communicating essential ESG topics that are increasingly relevant to professionals and decision-maker... more

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1. Carl Pope
2. Zach Wagner
3. Timothee Jaulin
4. Andrea Ranger
5. Rama Variankaval
6. Nino Tronchetti Provera
7. Ann Lipton
8. Jennifer Jordan-Saifi

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