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Understanding the basic science of biodiversity
Biodiversity is enormously complex. This presentation explains several foundational concepts that investors can use to build knowledge.
Our approach to biodiversity
We see biodiversity research as the next step in assessing the potential impact of climate change on markets and the economy. Consistent with our data-driven approach to ESG and climate research, our biodiversity work focuses on financial materiality across asset classes, regions, and securities over the long term.
Why investors should take note of biodiversity loss
Broad scientific consensus, along with our work to date with Woodwell Climate Research Center and the MIT Joint Program for the Science and Policy of Global Change, has helped us conclude that biodiversity loss may be a material and relevant financial risk consideration for companies and their investors. Here, were detail our views and share steps investors can take to learn more.
Engaging with companies on biodiversity
We believe engagement is our most powerful tool to achieve better investment outcomes while pursuing robust climate-risk management. Our ESG Research Team believes in prioritizing conversations with companies that, in our view, have material exposure to biodiversity-related financial risks.
Sharing knowledge on biodiversity
As with any rapidly evolving area, we continually strive to interpret changing client, market, and regulatory priorities around biodiversity — particularly for disclosure and risk management. We have joined several industry groups to learn from and contribute practitioners’ perspectives on developing policies and practices.
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Assessing the impact of climate resilience
Oyin Oduya and Louisa Boltz discuss the case for impact solutions focused on climate adaptation and share high-level guidelines to help overcome the associated measurement challenge.
9
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Article
2025-10-02
2023 Climate Report
Aligned with TCFD recommendations, this report describes how we manage climate-related risks and opportunities, engage with companies on climate change, and reduce our own carbon footprint.
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Report
2025-06-30
2023 Sustainability Report
We appreciate the opportunity to share our approach to advancing sustainable practices across our investment, client, and infrastructure platforms.
Report
2025-04-30
Picking the right building blocks for a climate-aware portfolio
For asset owners integrating climate change into their multi-asset portfolios, members of our Investment Strategy & Solutions Group offer five important insights.
3
min
Article
2025-04-30
A blueprint for building climate-aware multi-asset portfolios
Members of our Investment Strategy & Solutions Group take a deep dive on the issues asset owners should consider when choosing climate-aware portfolio building blocks, from the evolving opportunity set to the active/passive decision.
Whitepaper
2026-03-31
Climate mapping in action: Investment case studies
We describe our Climate Exposure Risk Application (CERA), which can help our investment teams visualize and quantify physical climate risks.
Article
2024-11-30
Private investing portfolio company interview with AMP Robotics CEO
Dr. Matanya Horowitz, CEO of AMP Robotics, highlights how the company integrates AI and robotics into the recycling industry and explores the “actionable guidance” Wellington provides on ESG and other strategic issues.
Video
2024-10-31
Why sustainable food systems matter to investors
Our climate research expert explores insights from our joint work with Woodwell Climate Research Center on the pivotal relationship between food systems and biodiversity and highlights potential investment opportunities.
Article
2024-09-30
Why climate change matters in private markets
We explore why climate change matters in private markets, highlight the current regulatory landscape, and profile key questions to expect from public market investors.
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Article
2024-10-31
When extreme weather becomes the norm: what’s next for climate investors?
Climate investors can play a crucial role in accelerating mitigation and adaptation solutions. But finding investable opportunities requires a deep understanding of the climate investing landscape.
Article
2024-09-30
WellSaid: The economic significance of biodiversity
In this short clip from his WellSaid podcast interview, Dr. Zach Zobel of Woodwell Climate Research Center discusses the economic importance of coral reefs — lynchpins of marine biodiversity and vital to fishing, tourism, and other industries.
Video
2024-08-31
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