The EU Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation is a corner stone of the EU’s plan to cut its carbon emissions and achieve its climate goals. But it's gone through a lot of changes, with the most recent announced on November 20. The question we had is, with these changes, did the EU keep the stated purpose of the SFDR in tact: promoting transparency and ensuring comparability about how sustainable a financial product really is.

We answered that question and more on this episode covering the changes the EU Commission made to the SFDR regulation.

Host: Mike Disabato, MSCI Solutions & Climate

Guest: Simone Ruiz-Vergote, MSCI Solutions & Climate

Oil spills, labor violations, data breaches. When controversy strikes, should investors pull out, or hold their nerve? We unpack fresh analysis on what happens when portfolios steer clear of scandal-prone firms and the surprising impact on returns.

Host: Bentley Kaplan, MSCI Sustainability & Climate

Guest: Drashti Shah, MSCI Custom Index Solutions

The energy transition is underway, but it’s not a smooth ride. In this episode, we unpack why progress has been so uneven, from surging EV sales to rising coal demand. We explore how tech, cost, and policy are shaping risks and opportunities for investors.

Host: Gabriela de la Serna, MSCI Sustainability & Climate

Guest: Anthony Chan, MSCI Sustainability & Climate