ESG Insider is a podcast from S&P Global that takes you inside the environmental, social & governance issues shaping the business world today. In each episode, co-hosts Lindsey Hall and Esther Whieldon interview ESG experts, leveraging S&P Global data to shine a light on the sustainability opportunities and risks that business leaders and investors need to know about. Lindsey Hall is head of ESG Thought Leadership at S&P Global Sutainable1 and Esther Whieldon is a Senior Writer on the team.
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Want to keep up with all the news from China’s business scene but short on time? Then tune into the Caixin China Biz Roundup! Each weekday, we break down the biggest developments in the Asian giant’s economy, financial world and tech sphere — all in around 15 minutes! Expect to find lots of analysis and informative updates delivered in a fun, light-hearted manner. Also on our channel is the Caixin-Sinica Business Brief and China Stories, which are both produced in collaboration with SupChina ...
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Global Insiders, the podcast that shares tips about jobs and traveling. The show is hosted by Ryan 'Peripatetic' McIntosh. I am always looking for suggestions so feel free to ask questions and make suggestions.
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Welcome to "Global Real Estate Insider with Nick Marr —the go-to podcast for buyers looking to retire, research, and buy a home overseas, whether for investment, a second home, relocation, or simply a place in the sun. Hosted by international real estate expert Nick Marr, this show connects you with top agents from around the world, offering expert insights from local housing markets to a global audience. For Buyers: This podcast is a must-listen for anyone exploring international property: ...
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Why Singapore's sovereign wealth fund takes a nuanced approach to sustainability
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Throughout 2024 we've been talking with financial institutions around the world about their approach to sustainability and climate finance. Finance was also a big focus of the UN’s COP29 climate conference that just wrapped up in Baku, Azerbaijan, and in this episode of the ESG Insider podcast, we talk with De Rui Wong, Senior Vice President in the…
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The German auto giants were late to adapt to the shift to EVs and failed to recognize how competitive the Chinese market had become, industry insiders say Note: The conversation segment of this episode was generated using AI and has been edited for accuracy. It is based on a Caixin story: In Depth: How BMW, Audi and Mercedes Ended Up Also-Rans in C…
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Mastercard Chief Sustainability Officer talks COP, climate and the road ahead
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In this episode of the ESG Insider podcast, we’re talking to Mastercard Chief Sustainability Officer Ellen Jackowski, who was just named to the TIME100 Climate list of the 100 most influential climate leaders in business for 2024. Ellen was on the ground in Cali, Colombia, for the UN’s recent COP16 biodiversity conference and in Baku, Azerbaijan, f…
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COP16 shows why companies and countries have biodiversity on the agenda
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In this episode of the ESG Insider podcast, we’re covering key takeaways from COP16, the UN’s major biodiversity conference that just wrapped up in Cali, Colombia. The conference convened countries from around the world, and we hear about key outcomes of government negotiations in an interview with Astrid Schomaker, Executive Secretary of the UN Co…
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How AWS sees the AI landscape for sustainability evolving
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In this episode of the ESG Insider podcast, we explore the role artificial intelligence can play in advancing sustainability outcomes — and how the energy demands from generative AI programs could change over time. We talk with Hussein Shel, Chief Technologist and Head of Upstream Digital Transformation, Energy and Utility at Amazon Web Services (A…
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Caixin Deep Dive: How AstraZeneca’s China Fraud Was About More Than Greed
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The British pharmaceutical giant falsified patient test results to secure insurance coverage for its cancer drug in an effort to boost sales, but the alleged misconduct ended up benefiting some patients. Note: The conversation segment of this episode was generated using AI and has been edited for accuracy. It is based on a Caixin story: Cover Story…
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How fixed income is evolving to fill gaps in sustainable finance
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Today marks the end of COP16, the UN’s biodiversity-focused Conference of the Parties in Cali, Colombia. The UN’s climate change conference, COP29, is slated to begin Nov. 11 in Baku, Azerbaijan. One common thread in these events is the challenge of addressing the big financing gaps for a range of sustainability issues — including climate, nature, …
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Caixin Deep Dive: State Investors’ Desire for Quick Buck Undermines China’s Push for ‘Patient Capital’
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Exploring the drive for quick returns among China’s state investors and how it contrasts with the country’s push for long-term investment in high-tech. Note: The conversation segment of this episode was generated using AI and has been edited for accuracy. It is based on a Caixin story: In Depth: Impatient State Investors Hamstring Drive for ‘Patien…
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Would You Retire To Panama? The Truth with Pros & Cons For Retirees
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This episode of Global Real Estate Insider explores the pros and cons of retiring in Panama, highlighting its affordable cost of living, excellent healthcare, and expat-friendly environment, while also addressing challenges such as language barriers, humidity, and bureaucracy. The discussion aims to help potential retirees weigh their options and c…
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How companies are advancing low-carbon solutions
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The UN's big climate change conference, COP29, starts Nov. 11 in Baku, Azerbaijan. In this episode of the ESG Insider podcast, we're exploring technology solutions for the low-carbon transition, including in developing countries. We talk with Vaishali Sinha, Co-founder and Chairperson of Sustainability at ReNew, a decarbonization solutions company …
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Breaking down the country’s third-quarter GDP growth and what comes next. Note: The conversation segment of this episode was generated using AI and has been edited for accuracy. It is based on a Caixin story: China’s Third-Quarter GDP Rises 4.6%, Beating Expectations Subscribe now to unlock all coverage from Caixin Global and The Wall Street Journa…
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Talking climate finance ahead of COP29
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In this episode of the ESG Insider podcast, we’re talking climate finance ahead of COP29, the UN climate change conference taking place in Baku, Azerbaijan in November 2024. Scaling climate and clean energy financing will be a major focus at COP29, which many are calling the “finance COP.” Both the public and private sector will play a role in addr…
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Global Homes on a Budget
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In this episode, Nick Marr explores the concept of finding global homes on a budget, specifically focusing on properties available for under $50,000. He discusses various regions around the world, highlighting affordable opportunities in Latin America, Eastern Europe, Asia, and Africa. The conversation emphasizes the potential for finding hidden ge…
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Top Cities for Digital Nomads
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In this episode of the Nomad Property Guide, host Nick Marr takes listeners on a global tour of the top 10 cities ideal for digital nomads and real estate investors. Covering destinations from Lisbon to Bali, and Tbilisi to Tallinn, Marr discusses the cost of living, quality of life, real estate markets, and local communities in each city. The epis…
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Exploring the Polish Real Estate Market
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In this conversation, Bogna Gladden-Obidzińska, a real estate agent from Poland, shares insights into the Polish real estate market, its historical context, current trends, and investment opportunities. She discusses the significance of stately homes, the dynamics of the rental market, and the implications for foreign buyers. The conversation also …
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The impact of Beijing’s two-pronged approach on the country’s economic fundamentals remains to be seen. Note: The conversation segment of this episode was generated using AI and has been edited for accuracy. It is based on two Caixin stories: China’s Fresh Stimulus Targets Property and Stock Market Challenges China Unveils Fiscal Stimulus Targeting…
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Breaking down barriers to find climate solutions
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Throughout Climate Week NYC, we heard about the importance of collaborating across silos to find solutions to climate change, the energy transition and nature loss. In this episode of the ESG Insider podcast we hear concrete examples of what that looks like in practice. We speak with two climate scientists about how their organizations are working …
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Caixin Deep Dive: How Chinese Investment Guru’s ‘Supernatural’ Predictions Failed His Followers
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Ex-Taoist monk Sui Guangyi claimed to make investments by aligning heaven, earth and humanity. His company’s 2018 gala even featured former national leaders like Nicolas Sarkozy and Kevin Rudd. But now, investors are left waiting to get their money back. Note: The conversation segment of this episode was generated using AI and has been edited for a…
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Why climate literacy matters for business, growing the green workforce
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At Climate Week NYC 2024, many conversations focused on improving public understanding of climate change — also known as climate literacy. In this episode of the ESG Insider podcast we explore how increasing climate literacy can help prepare the future workforce for the green job opportunities that will come with the low-carbon transition. We sit d…
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Notes: For brevity, “PwC China” in this podcast refers to PwC’s Chinese mainland affiliate, PwC Zhong Tian LLP. Likewise, “Evergrande” refers to the primary mainland subsidiary of China Evergrande Group, Hengda Real Estate Group Co. Ltd. The conversation segment of this podcast was generated using AI and has been edited for accuracy. It is based on…
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California state senator talks climate disclosure
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In this episode of the ESG Insider podcast we sit down with California State Senator Henry Stern at Climate Week NYC. Sen. Stern introduced one of two climate laws that California enacted in 2023, Senate Bill 261, which requires certain companies to prepare reports on climate change risks. The other, Senate Bill 253, requires certain companies to e…
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SBTi interim CEO on what’s next for net-zero standards
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In this episode of the ESG Insider podcast, we sit down at Climate Week NYC with Sue Jenny Ehr, the interim CEO of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). SBTi is a nonprofit that develops standards, tools and guidance to allow companies to set greenhouse gas emissions reductions targets in line with what is needed to reach net-zero by 2050 at…
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Audubon CEO on why bird loss indicates a planet in crisis
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One theme emerging from Climate Week NYC 2024 is the link between nature loss and climate change. In this episode of the ESG Insider podcast, National Audubon Society CEO Dr. Elizabeth Gray explains how nature can provide solutions to climate change. Audubon is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the conservation of birds and their habitats throu…
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CDP CEO talks climate, nature and the future of sustainability disclosure
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In the latest episode of the ESG Insider podcast we sit down with CDP CEO Sherry Madera on the sidelines of Climate Week NYC. CDP is a not-for-profit charity that runs a global disclosure system for investors, companies, cities, states and regions to manage their environmental impacts. Sherry talks to us about how the organization has evolved since…
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Kicking off Climate Week NYC with an urgent to-do list
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In this episode of the ESG Insider podcast we sit down with Climate Group CEO Helen Clarkson on the sidelines of the Climate Week NYC Opening Ceremony Sept. 22. Climate Group is the nonprofit that organizes Climate Week NYC in partnership with the UN General Assembly and the City of New York. In the interview, Helen explains the global to-do list C…
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Why the world's largest asset owner is leaning into ESG
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In this episode of the ESG Insider podcast we hear from the world’s largest asset owner, Norges Bank Investment Management (NBIM). NBIM is Norway’s $1.7 trillion-dollar sovereign wealth fund and owns almost 1.5% of all shares in the world’s listed companies. To understand how NBIM is exerting that influence, we speak to Chief Governance and Complia…
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The rising role of biodiversity in carbon markets
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In recent episodes of the ESG Insider podcast, we explored the role of carbon markets in reaching climate targets, and how the voluntary market is evolving. In this episode, we're exploring the intersection of climate change and biodiversity through the lens of the voluntary carbon market. Carbon credits come from different types of projects, and w…
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Beijing to launch anti-discrimination probe after Canada hikes EV tariffs, Mercedes-Benz plans $2 billion joint investment in China to regain lost ground. Subscribe to a bundle deal now to unlock all coverage by Caixin Global and The Wall Street Journal for only $200 a year. That’s a 66% discount. Group access and applicable discounts are available…
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What to expect from Climate Week NYC 2024
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With Climate Week NYC just around the corner, this episode of the ESG Insider podcast explores what to expect from a week that will convene thousands of stakeholders for hundreds of events across New York City Sept. 22-29. The ESG Insider podcast will be on the ground covering many of these events, starting with the Opening Ceremony hosted by Clima…
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EV-maker BYD to buy out its German distributor, China Vanke debt cracks exposed after first loss in 20 years. Subscribe to a bundle deal now to unlock all coverage by Caixin Global and The Wall Street Journal for only $200 a year. That’s a 66% discount. Group access and applicable discounts are available. Contact us for a customized plan.…
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EV-maker XPeng aims to manufacture cars in Europe to blunt new tariffs, Tencent-backed Black Myth: Wukong gives China’s gaming industry a shot in the arm. Subscribe to a bundle deal now to unlock all coverage by Caixin Global and The Wall Street Journal for only $200 a year. That’s a 66% discount. Group access and applicable discounts are available…
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The rise of the ESG controller in the sustainability talent landscape
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The US is heading into Labor Day weekend, and at the ESG Insider podcast we’re turning our focus to the topic of jobs. Specifically — how is the talent landscape changing for ESG and sustainability professionals? To learn more we speak to Ellen Weinreb, founder of Weinreb Group, a boutique recruiting firm focused on ESG and sustainability candidate…
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What's next for voluntary carbon markets
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On the ESG Insider podcast, we often hear that achieving the low-carbon transition on a global scale will require a mix of solutions. Carbon markets are one key tool available to companies and countries. In this episode, we bring you the second of a two-part miniseries on carbon markets. In part one last week, we explored how voluntary and complian…
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Chinese fund firm’s recently resigned chairman linked to U.S. president’s son, China adds metal used in ammo to list of restricted exports. Subscribe to a bundle deal now to unlock all coverage by Caixin Global and The Wall Street Journal for only $200 a year. That’s a 66% discount. Group access and applicable discounts are available. Contact us fo…
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Exploring the role of carbon markets in reaching climate targets
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On this podcast, we often hear how achieving the low-carbon transition on a global scale will require a mix of solutions. Carbon markets are one key tool available to companies and countries. In this episode of the ESG Insider podcast, we bring you part one of a two-part miniseries on carbon markets. We dig into voluntary and compliance markets, in…
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Caixin Biz Roundup: China’s Spending Slump Drags Global Carmaker Profits
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Struggles in China hurt Uniqlo’s bottom line, Tesla renews bid to break into local insurance business. Subscribe to a bundle deal now to unlock all coverage by Caixin Global and The Wall Street Journal for only $200 a year. That’s a 66% discount. Group access and applicable discounts are available. Contact us for a customized plan.…
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How tech giant HP is working to close the digital divide
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Even as society becomes increasingly reliant on computers and digital technologies, billions of people around the world lack access to the internet and related services. And this matters because this lack of access can have a negative impact on the economy and exacerbate existing inequalities, particularly in developing countries. In this episode o…
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Women in Leadership: Driving change in an auto industry ripe for disruption
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The automotive sector is going through big transformation thanks to a variety of factors — everything from new technologies to the evolving way consumers think about their cars. In this latest installment in the ‘Women in Leadership’ series of the ESG Insider podcast, we’re talking with Fedra Ribeiro about leading through times of change. Fedra is …
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