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The latest ESG movers and shakers: NBIM loses lead ESG policy adviser; PRI to open asset owner board applications.

US House committee announces attorney general hearing on ESG, $10trn coalition calls for more action on plastics.

US faith investor Wespath urges shareholders to vote against two directors.

The latest ESG movers and shakers: Former Unigestion CEO Frick joins GIST Impact advisory board; Impax Asset Management appoints new head of Japan.

Aussie giant Woodside sees record vote against long-standing director and BP’s chair suffers ‘sizable’ backlash following emissions rollback.

The latest developments in sustainable finance: Net zero venture capital group launched; EU Council adopts new rules on pay transparency.

APPG ESG also calls for UK government to launch streamlined ESG strategy for clarity in new report.

Asset owners divided on climate proposals at US banks, as calls for fossil fuel phase-out policies see low support dwindle further this proxy season.

Australia's treasurer has announced the government will co-fund ASFI’s framework and introduce a green sovereign bond programme, with a first issuance expected next year.

LGPS Central tells RI it would have ‘welcomed’ opportunity to express views ahead of oil giant’s decision and reveals support for Follow This’ climate proposal.