The ESG crossroads - balancing transparency, backlash, and Net-Zero commitments
Friday, September 12, 2025 10:30 AM to 11:05 AM · 35 min. (Europe/London)
Stage A
Panel discussion
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Exploring the rise of mandatory and voluntary ESG disclosures, including TCFD, and questioning whether current frameworks deliver actionable, comparable insights.
Analyzing how political resistance to ESG in the US is shaping global sentiment and potentially influencing asset allocation and policy stances in the UK and beyond.
Debating the merits of active engagement versus divestment - what works best for the pools, funds and their members
Addressing the practical challenges of aligning diverse net-zero targets with fiduciary duty, return expectations, and regulatory obligations.
Considering how the LGPS can deliver on sustainability promises without compromising financial performance.
