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Investing for a sustainable future: Approaches and challenges

In the realm of sustainable investing, Aviva Investors, Folksam (Sweden), and the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction’s Investment Advisory Board (IAB) each highlight distinct approaches and challenges. Aviva Investors demonstrates a comprehensive strategy that integrates environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles in investments, specifically addressing the complexities in emerging market bonds. It’s approach, […]

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The importance of resilience to insurers

In the evolving landscape of global risks, the insurance industry plays a crucial role in enhancing societal resilience against disasters. The shift from a reactive post-disaster response to a proactive prevention and resilience-building approach is underscored by initiatives like the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) and the Sendai Framework, emphasising the insurance

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Embedding resilience in strategy

African Risk Capacity (South Africa), Unipol (Italy), and Co-operators (Canada) are actively engaging in initiatives focused on sustainability, innovation, and resilience. African Risk Capacity has developed a strategy centred around seven mechanisms to address environmental, social, and economic challenges, emphasising innovation in response to climate change. Unipol integrates sustainability into its operations, focusing on green

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Quantifying sustainable business through the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) framework

The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) embody a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity by 2030. Engaging with these goals requires more than awareness; it demands active participation and commitment from individuals and organisations alike. Through innovative learning tools and collaborative efforts, we

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Embedding the 17 SDGs into your underwriting strategy

Swiss Re, Unipol, and Achmea exemplify the insurance industry’s commitment to sustainability, each taking innovative steps to integrate environmental and societal considerations into their operations. Swiss Re focuses on advancing the net-zero transition and enhancing societal resilience, employing an ESG risk framework for underwriting decisions and supporting renewable energy and microinsurance initiatives. Unipol plans to

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The future of sustainability reporting

In the evolving landscape of corporate sustainability, the focus of sustainability reporting is shifting from compliance to a broader assessment of impact. This change, exemplified by the European Union’s mandate for double materiality in reporting, is leading organisations to consider their environmental, social, and economic impacts more holistically. With the development of sector-specific standards, particularly

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Navigating the path to sustainability: Challenges and solutions in climate action

The transition from commitment to measurable impact in sustainability efforts, especially within the insurance sector, emphasises the critical distinction between sustainability activities and their real-world effects. Tools like the ICMIF-calibrated Insurance SDG Calculator have been highlighted as essential for evaluating these efforts, enabling both quantitative and qualitative measurement. The discourse also acknowledges significant challenges in

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Current state of the reinsurance market (MORO 2023)

This panel looks at the latest developments in the reinsurance market, through the diverse perspectives of a cedant, reinsurer, broker and rating agency. The discussion addressed topics such as demand, supply, inflation, and challenges faced by reinsurers, emphasising the need for proactive strategies, collaboration, and transparency to navigate market conditions successfully. ICMIF Supporting Member AM

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Reshaping energy investments for a sustainable future

Co-operators (Canada) has embarked on a dynamic and evolving sustainability journey, characterised by its proactive approach to catalysing positive environmental and social change. By focusing on innovative programmes, climate action, resource efficiency, social equity, and economic resilience, it has built a robust sustainability framework that engages communities and addresses contemporary challenges. This journey, rooted in

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