If not labelled as material for new European legislation, the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), companies are falling behind with action and reporting on sustainable themes. This became evident from research by the Association of Investors for Sustainable Development (VBDO), […]
Publications
Investor statement on responsible EV nickel supply chains
Investors worldwide call for responsible mining practices in Nickel industries
31 investors with US$ 2.7 trillion in combined assets under management, have signed a statement demanding companies to enhance their environmental and social due diligence in nickel supply chains of the electric vehicle (EV) industry. They are calling for the […]
Biodiversity and Business - Challenges and good practices
VBDO report highlights need for more holistic approach to biodiversity
A new report by the Association of Investors for Sustainable Development (VBDO) in collaboration with PwC entitled Biodiversity and Business highlights the need for companies to take a more holistic approach to biodiversity. The report highlights the actions and strategies […]
Investor Expectations Statement on Nickel Supply Chains
VBDO & Rainforest Foundation Norway investor statement on nickel mining and supply chains
VBDO calls on all its members and other institutional investors to sign our investor statement on the requirements for improved social and environmental conditions for the nickel mining industry. Investors expect improved social and environmental due diligence in nickel supply […]
GSIA Global Sustainable Investment Review 2022
Global Sustainable Investment Review finds US$30 trillion invested in sustainable assets
$30.3 trillion is invested globally in sustainable investing assets. Data published in new GSIA report – Global Sustainable Investment Review 2022 – the 6th edition of this landmark publication. In non-US markets, sustainable investment assets under management (AUM) have increased […]
Benchmark on Responsible Investment by Pension Funds in the Netherlands 2023 - Navigating Uncharted Waters
Pension fund BpfBouw takes ABP’s six-year trophy as most sustainable pension fund in the Netherlands
A comparative study of 49 pension funds by the Dutch Association of Investors for Sustainable Development (VBDO) showed bpfBOUW to be the most sustainable fund in the Netherlands; Women remain underrepresented at board tables despite promises made for improvement; On […]
Tax Transparency Benchmark 2023 - A comparative study of 116 EU stock-listed companies
Philips tops European tax transparency rankings
The Association of Investors for Sustainable Development (VBDO) will present the latest, European edition of the Tax Transparency Benchmark on 21 November 2023; Philips proves most transparent about tax payments among Dutch companies, Repsol scores highest among European companies (Dutch […]
Unraveling Biodiversity for Investors
By no means all Dutch investors are paying attention to biodiversity
A study published by the Association of Investors for Sustainable Development (VBDO), reveals that investors are paying increasing attention to the crucial issue of biodiversity. The study among 60 Dutch, financial institutions, shows that more than 2 in 5 financial […]
Benchmark on Responsible Investment by Insurers in the Netherlands 2023 - Confronting Climate Risks: A dual challenge
Dutch insurers face double challenge
The number of climate disasters is increasing rapidly. Dutch insurers feel this climate risk on two sides: the opportunities and risks of their investments and rising costs due to claims payments, according to research by the Association of Investors for […]
AGM engagement report 2023 - Moving Forward Together
Dutch listed companies fail to address biodiversity
VBDO (Dutch Association of Investors for Sustainable Development) today unveiled the key findings of its annual general meeting (AGM) engagement report. The report sheds light on crucial insights gained through VBDO’s engagement activities with 33 Dutch-listed companies on biodiversity. It […]
Call on investors: sign our investor statement on plastics
The VBDO calls on all its members and other institutional investors to sign our investor statement on the use of plastic by companies. The entire current plastic lifecycle poses a growing threat to the environment, climate, biodiversity, human rights and […]
Asset managers facing the energy transition: An overview of challenges, opportunities & required actions
Asset managers struggle with energy transition complexity
• One-third of the asset managers surveyed by the Association of Investors for Sustainable Development (VBDO) indicate that they see the complexity of the energy transition as their biggest challenge; • To date, the current investments required still fall short […]