Barclays' Freier on Sustainable, Impact Investing

The video discusses the increasingly stringent regulatory environment and its impact on sentiment and investing. It highlights the costs associated with regulation and the need for global consensus. The challenges of transitioning to clean energy and maintaining sustainability commitments are examined. The video also addresses asset managers' responses to greenwashing and the importance of accounting and disclosure in the ESG space. It explores making green projects viable through blended finance and the role of MDBs. Finally, it looks ahead to COP27, emphasizing the need for consistent progress.

How is the regulatory environment impacting sentiment in the investment sector?

What are the implications of stricter regulations on corporate disclosures?

What are the necessary changes needed in the operating environment to support a sustainable economy?

What challenges do policymakers face in the transition to clean energy?

How can asset managers address the issue of greenwashing in their investment strategies?

What role do multilateral development banks (MDBs) play in promoting green projects?

What incremental steps are necessary to ensure consistent progress in sustainability efforts?