Public Engagement Report Q1 2023
Fast reading Cattle ranching remains the main driver of deforestation in the Amazon with land cleared for grazing Why companies should be accounting for climate risk Engaging on gender equity and eliminating sexual harassment from workplaces The Amazon rainforest represents nearly a third of all the tropical rainforest remaining on Earth. But deforestation has increased […]
Stewardship navigating a polarised world
Fast reading EOS integrated cost-of-living engagements into its wider stewardship programme, asking companies to provide an assessment of the impacts on their business model and their stakeholders. We continued our leading work on biodiversity, advocating for an ambitious Global Biodiversity Framework. It is critical for all in the investment industry to remain focused on delivery […]
EOS at Federated Hermes publishes engagement priorities for 2023
EOS at Federated Hermes, one of the world’s largest stewardship service providers representing client assets of US$1.3 trillion, has launched its 2023 Engagement Plan. The plan, assembled in collaboration with its clients, identifies the focus of its engagement with companies in the year ahead based on the most material drivers of long-term sustainable wealth for […]
EOS Engagement Plan 2023-2025
We review our engagement plan every year to ensure it is up to date and reflects client priorities. For 2023, we will continue our focus on the most material drivers of long-term value, with a focus on four priority themes: Climate change action: The current energy trilemma – an overlap of accelerating climate change, challenges […]
What does COP15 mean for investors and companies?
Fast Reading Global Biodiversity Framework includes four goals for 2050 and 23 targets. We advocated for the framework to require the alignment of public and private financial flows with biodiversity goals and targets. To support the implementation of the GBF, companies must reduce their contribution to the five main drivers of biodiversity loss. Hopes were […]
Lifting the lid on packaging and food waste
Plastic packaging has a key role to play in the global food system, protecting perishable items and extending the shelf life of fresh produce. However, this is exacerbating the problem of plastic pollution, with progress to reduce plastic waste driven mainly by recycling, rather than the elimination of single-use plastic. Estimates published by climate action […]
Federated Hermes strengthens its global stewardship business
Based in London, Ross will be responsible for leading the development and delivery of EOS’s Engagement Plan for corporate and public policy, and market best practices across Asia and Global Emerging Markets. Over the course of 2022, EOS engaged with 270 companies across these regions. Ross has deep experience in asset management and stewardship, with […]
Seven & i Holdings case study
Seven & i Holdings Co., Ltd. manage and operate group companies with a wide variety of business operations including convenience stores, superstores, food services and financial services. We have had a longstanding engagement relationship with Seven & i dating back to 2008 when we first challenged the company on board independence, diversity, and low profitability […]
Why cheap palm oil is a price the planet can’t pay
Palm oil is used in 70% of cosmetic and personal hygiene products, including soap bars, toothpaste and face creams. It is also a key ingredient in staple foods such as bread and margarine, as well as treats such as chocolate, ice cream and biscuits. Its natural preservative qualities help to extend the shelf life of […]
Paying a fair share
Public services are under immense strain in many countries in the wake of the pandemic, with soaring inflation adding to the pressure. Against this backdrop, it is vital that tax burdens are distributed proportionately, rather than falling on the most vulnerable segments of the population. However, some multinational companies employ aggressive tax practices to minimise […]
