Initiative: Paris-Aligned Asset Owners Initiative (PAAO)

Paris Aligned Asset Owners (PAAO) are a global group of asset owners including superannuation funds, committed to transitioning their investments to achieve net zero portfolio GHG emissions by 2050, or sooner.

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New Guidance: The Net Zero Investment Framework 2.0 (“NZIF 2.0”)

25 June 2024

The Net Zero Investment Framework 2.0 (“NZIF 2.0”) is the latest iteration of the most widely used resource by investors to develop their individual net zero strategies and transition plans.
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The Net Zero Investment Framework 2.0 (“NZIF 2.0”)

Guide | IIGCC, IGCC, AIGCC, Ceres | 25 June

The Net Zero Investment Framework 2.0 (“NZIF 2.0”) is the latest iteration of the most widely used resource by investors to develop their individual net zero strategies and transition plans.

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Uses and Limitations of Investee Scope 3 Disclosures for Investors

Guide | Lisa Caripis | 19 March 2024

This resource looks at the state of play in this tricky but important area. It also includes practical steps investors can take now to meaningfully report on investee’s scope 3 emissions.

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Duncan Paterson Joins The Investor Group on Climate Change

21 February 2023

As Director of Investor Practice, Duncan will take on executive responsibility for accelerating climate-aligned investment throughout the membership, and ensuring members are well-equipped with leading tools and knowledge in the rapidly evolving sector.
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Our Work and Impact from 2022

21 December 2022

This year, there was a massive shift in the context for our work. In December 2021 the pent-up need for climate progress was building. As of December 2022, that demand has unequivocally translated into a new and higher baseline for action and continues to gather momentum.
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