Inside Story of ESG episode 1: Pioneers

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As the FCA prepares to publish its biggest set of rules on ESG yet, The Advice Show has produced a podcast series reflecting on the history and tumult of the ESG investment industry. This three-part series explores ESG's humble beginnings in the advice world, the challenges now faced by the $2.8tn industry, and where it will go next. In episode 1, IFA directors and other industry pioneers, including ESG whistleblower Desiree Fixler and SRI Services’ Julia Dreblow, share what it was like getting in to ESG 20-30 years ago, how the industry has changed - and how this has led clients to be more curious than ever about ESG.

4 Sep 2023 English United Kingdom Business · Investing

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