This year, more than 250 asset owners' across 11 countries were surveyed on the incorporation of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) criteria into asset management. Managing a total of EUR 4,540 billion, these investors have gradually integrated the notion of ESG risks, although responsible investment is defined very differently from one country to another.
Release date: November 2011

Novethic's 2011 conference brought together more than 300 participants from all over Europe and Asia, to debate integration practices of ESG criteria in asset management. Energy, water, the "Arab Spring", risky sectors, extra-financial rating... So many subjects that show that Environmental, Social and Governance issues have crucial economic impacts...