Climate Change: Can we prioritise adaptation over mitigation?
In this episode, Ravi Chidambaram welcomes Professor Benjamin Horton, Director of the Earth Observatory at NTU, to tackle this pressing question.
Welcome to Debunking ESG Myths, a podcast where we debunk, demystify and deconstruct some key ESG preconceptions with unfiltered knowledge and data from key experts in the field. I’m Ravi Chidambaram, the CEO and founder of Rimm Sustainability. We’re an impact-driven SaaS company that advocates making sustainability accessible and actionable to all.
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Sustainable Investing: Are ESG impacts on the future quantifiable?
Is sustainable investing facing a crossroads in today’s market? In this episode, we welcome François Boutin-Dufresne, Managing Partner at Nordis Capital, to delve into the intricacies of sustainable investing.
More than just a “fad”: Translating obsession into action
In this episode, Sue Bonney, former head of ESG at KPMG, reveals the real meaning behind the corporate obsession with ESG.
Uncovering Climate Risk: The dangers of overlooking the severity of climate-related risks
What are some key strategies that businesses and financial institutions can implement to effectively mitigate and manage transition risks associated with the shift to a low-carbon economy?
Trailer: Debunking ESG Myths
ESG today is fraught with many complexities and contradictions. Multitudes of standards and data sources and evolving regulatory requirements make it very hard to distinguish fact from fiction.
The Green Bonds Revolution: Is the grass actually greener on the other side?
Is the Green Bond Market Really Green? Join Ravi Chidambaram in a candid conversation with green finance expert Alexandra Tracy as they delve deep into the world of green bonds.
RIP to ESG Ratings: Unveiling ESG’s Hidden Truths
In this episode “Debunking ESG Myths”, we scrutinize the ESG ratings industry, which is currently under intense scrutiny. With lawsuits, discontinuations, and discrepancies among ratings providers, it’s clear that the system needs improvement.
Addressing Greenwashing: Does a good ESG score equate to being a good company?
In this episode of “Debunking ESG Myths”, host Ravi Chidambaram dives deep into the world of greenwashing with guest expert Dr. Kim Schumacher from Kyushu University. They explore the various shades of greenwashing, from compliance and competence to financial strategies.