ESG

The six D&I partner networks already derive most of their funding from other sources.

Rowan Douglas steps down as Howden climate risk CEO, stays on as senior adviser.

The guidance will come into force on 1 September 2026.

How do you harmonise distribution strategies in a rapidly evolving marketplace?

A look back at the year in (re)insurance, with the aid of some of our visual journalism.

Data points to growth in surrogacy and IVF support across the industry.

The association has teamed up with Lloyd’s on a women’s underwriting summit.

The developments this week thrust culture issues up the agenda for new leadership.

Insurers must avoid being a “blocker” in development and financing decisions.

The latest guide is the first in a two-phase programme with a practical guide to follow.

Liès called for the industry to have a louder voice to promote greater insurance literacy across sectors.

The charity said that improved ecosystems could help protect from disasters.

An insurability crisis could pose systemic risks that undermine the foundations of finance.

Losing senior women creates a knock-on effect as juniors lose role models.

More general issues at recruitment level include drawing from too narrow a pool.

Organisations were challenged to address systemic DEI failure rather than play “word salad” with labels.

Age has not been addressed as much as other areas of diversity, the panel said.

Plaintiffs allege that manufacturers and retailers have broken environmental laws.

The departure follows an investigation into an “offensive” email sent by Rouse.

Surveys show diversity and inclusivity foster a sense of belonging and increase productivity.

Claims were concentrated in the US, with a significant increase in D&O class actions.

Cultural transformation, education, and leadership are also essential to creating safe workplaces.

It is the second deliverable of the FIT Transition Plan Project.

Green hushing is on the rise as Trump rows back on climate initiatives.

The awards will be held on 3 September at The Brewery in London.

The carrier is expanding its appetite for sustainable construction of large commercial buildings.

The association said privacy should be a key consideration in new requirements.

The group said corporations face geopolitical and climate risk.

The executive criticised the ongoing underrepresentation of women in senior leadership roles.

What does it take to stay profitable as the insurance cycle shifts — and why is leadership diversity still lagging in the London market?

The proposals consist of supervisory expectations rather than rules.

Sources expect it to be a couple billion-dollar insurable market.

Experts at Insider Progress shared tried-and-true methods to get women into boardrooms.

The proportion of women in lead underwriting roles still trails other leadership positions.

Opportunities for insurance in transition-related activity “incredible”.

Good ESG practices are part of good risk management, the company said.

Carriers rushing headlong into gen AI without considering its ESG implications could face costly complications down the road.

In part two of our 2025 outlook, we explore the drivers of carrier M&A and recreating the ESG agenda.

Certain new and old themes will re-emerge this year as the balance of power shifts.

The report aims to plug the gap in insurance-specific guidance.

Signposting the opportunity is one place to start.

The climate protest group is targeting insurance companies during a week of action.

Bullying and sexual harassment were the most commonly reported incidents.

Risk managers are increasingly concerned about insurability.

The hub aims to be a single point of assessment and access to the market.

DEI has faced a backlash in the US where companies have pulled back from targets and initiatives.

The panellists discussed possible actions to improve racial and ethnic inclusion within organisations.

‘We need to track our metrics, we need to hold ourselves accountable,’ said Andrew Corbin-Turner.

CFC developed and employed the lenders carbon-credit insurance policy with Standard Chartered Bank.

Only 14% of board seats are filled by women, but directors at brokers tend to be younger than at managing agents.

A quick roundup of the week’s main stories.

The festival will host more than 130 events across 48 countries to promote D&I.

Expectations of what “walking the walk” means for leaders have risen.

The new product will be led by head of special risks Ed Parker.

The facility will provide coverage globally for blue and green hydrogen projects.

The placement follows the launch of a carbon capture and storage facility in January.

Insurers must take their responsibilities seriously.

LMG's latest London Matters report reveals that UK capital has lost ground to the US and Bermuda in some lines.

Last week, UNEP launched a multistakeholder forum building on the experience gained from the NZIA.

The forum will be an ‘even safer space’ for efforts on climate change action than the NZIA.

The Lloyd's CUO warned against "calling victory too early".

The US regulator faces litigation from both sides of the climate issue.

It plans to deliver other products for parts of the carbon value chain.

The companies account for ~70% of GHG emissions in its portfolio.

The target was initially set in 2020, with a deadline of December 2023.

JustParent aims to de-risk parental leave for SMEs.

The findings have implications for businesses and D&O.

The funding will allow the firm to release Yurty, a digital care app.

Managing risks associated with the technology is essential.

ECLiC discussed how climate litigation can impact the Lloyd’s market.

Changing work practices do not overshadow basic precepts of good employment.

The report examines challenges and opportunities for insurers.

CarbonPool insures against unexpected carbon-credit shortfalls and reversal events.

The facility provides cover for environmental damage and loss of revenue.

A new Geneva Association report says the early involvement of (re)insurers is key to supporting the growth of emerging technologies.

Speaking to a Treasury committee, Rathi explained that the FCA is not proposing to enforce social policy, but to provide data for firms to evaluate themselves.

Nearly 80% of transportation companies surveyed cited a lack of access to insurance solutions and a lack of data to understand supply-chain risks.

In the second part of our themes for 2024 outlook, we explore how fear of missing out in cat reinsurance is still contrasting with an upstreaming of risk that is creating fallout for primary insurers, while momentum in facilitisation and ESG continues.

In the first section of our two-part outlook for 2024, we explore why macro-economic concerns are taking a step back, though casualty pricing micro-cycles highlight ongoing caution.

Insurance Insider takes a look at some of the biggest news and developments of 2023.

Lloyd’s may be wary of making disciplinary hearings more public, but it could at least make processes more transparent.

Speaking to a Treasury committee, Blanc said she was “inundated” with messages detailing “incredibly sad” stories from women in the insurance industry.

Mass construction in remote locations is throwing up challenges around modelling exposures.

The renewables insurer flagged a “staggering increase” in hail events, which was driving double-digit rate increases.