Deep Dive: Focus on EM sustainability needed

Chris Iggo, CIO of core investments at AXA Investment Managers, dives into emerging market equities - ESG

When COP26 took place in November last year, it was all about the international community helping design and deliver a more sustainable future for both people and the planet. But while the steps that developed countries are taking came under a great deal of scrutiny, there has arguably been less attention on the advancement - and financing - of sustainability in emerging markets. Of course, all eyes are on China, the world's largest greenhouse gas emitter, responsible for around 30% of global CO₂ emissions. The country has made a series of commitments including to become carbon neutral b...