GLG Network Survey Tracker: ESG Investments III

SURVEY DETAILS

TARGET POPULATION

GLG surveyed 90 ESG and non-ESG investors who are planning to invest in ESG in the future. This is the third iteration in this tracker series.

What will you learn from this survey?

• The research assessed the importance of the current environmental, social and governance issues for ESG investors.
• Respondents commented on the most common exclusionary criteria for ESG investments and provided their views on the likelihood of investors starting to use UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as part of their investment framework.
• Lastly, the survey looked into the key regulatory developments asset managers should be aware of that would influence their ESG practices and products.

Example of findings:

• In this wave, 83% of experts said it is likely that ESG investing will become a standard in the next 5 years which was 87% in August 2022.
• Half (50%) of respondents say the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are ‘extremely important’ as part of the investment framework for ESG investors.
• The majority (81%) of experts say that companies are likely to start using the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as part of their investment framework.

DELIVERABLES

The GLG Surveys team drafted the questionnaire with the support of GLG Network Member, Christopher Boyd, former Environmental Policy Development at the European Commission.

The standard deliverable includes:

• 1 x Individual responses (“raw data”) in Excel.
• 1 x PPT report with aggregated data.
• Executive summary with key takeaways and highlights from the raw data.

SAMPLE QUESTIONS

• Which of the following are the top 5 most common exclusionary criteria for ESG investors?
• In your view, what are the top 3 most important environmental issues for ESG investors?
• In your view, what are the top 3 most important social issues for ESG investors?
• In your view, what are the top 3 most important governance issues for ESG investors?
• How important are the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in your view as part of the investment framework for ESG investors?
• Please rank the top 3 SDGs you think companies support the most.
• How likely do you think ESG investing will become a standard in the next 5 years for other funds similar to yours?
• From your experience, what are the top 3 biggest ESG challenges?

ACCESS

This survey is available to subscribers of the Financial and Business Services (FBS) sector (Limited subscriptions and above). This offer includes the raw data file and a high-level presentation through PowerPoint. Please contact your GLG representative for details on your firm’s access.

DISCLAIMER:

Please be advised that GLG Network Surveys operate differently than traditional GLG consultations, surveys, teleconferences, etc. and it is advisable that you consult with your firm’s legal and/or compliance department to review your use of the product and the payment for such work under your current subscription. 

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