ESG in Latin America

For some, the success or failure of corporate Latin America is all about the money.... Read More

Placing uncertainty over the US elections to one side for the moment, at a global level ESG regulations, measurements, and pressure for operational implementation have all been growing rapidly, with a significant impact on companies operating in Latin America.... Read More

The Latin America and Caribbean ESG wave is lagging somewhat behind the wealthier and more industrialised countries but is still seen as developing at a significant pace of its own.... Read More

In much of the discussion it has been assumed that companies consider and adopt ESG policies in response to triggers like general consumer concerns for the environment, trade agreements, or new legislation.... Read More

All publicly listed companies operating in Brazil will be required to publish annual sustainability and climate related disclosures, starting in 2026, according to proposals made by the ministry of finance and the country’s Securities and Exchange Commission (Comissão de Valores Mobiliários- CVM).... Read More

ESG related green bonds are in fact expanding rapidly in Mexico, strongly supported by investment funds, insurance companies, and banks.... Read More

In mid 2023 the EU approved a Deforestation Regulation, known as EUDR.... Read More

A common thread running through this report is that companies take on ESG commitments in a range of different circumstances.... Read More

Briefly, a number of conclusions can be drawn from this discussion.... Read More