State of Net-Zero Investment in Asia

Year Published

2024

Contributing Organizations

Asia Investor Group on Climate Change (AIGCC)

Type of Resource

Research/Insights Report

Languages

English

Relevant Topics

Core Topic

Climate Finance Ecosystem

Topic 2

Risks & Opportunities: The Business Case

Topic 3

Transition Plans

Target Audience

Asset Managers

Asset Owners

Insurers

Financial Services Providers

Governments & Policymakers

Relevant Geography

Asia & the Pacific

Resource Description

This report reviews how Asian institutional investors are progressing toward net-zero, based on a survey and analysis of over 200 investors. It assesses actions across governance, investment, engagement, disclosure, and policy advocacy.

Why This Matters

Asia contributes over half of global emissions and faces major climate risks. Stronger investor action is needed to shift capital, improve accountability, and support net-zero goals.

Key Insights

Most recognize climate risks, but few have strong transition plans or policies
Asset Managers lead Asset Owners on net-zero targets, while fossil fuel and deforestation policies remain limited
Engagement with high emitters is growing but stewardship is uneven
Climate disclosure is improving, with ISSB standards expected to raise consistency
Policy advocacy is weak, with limited investor-government engagement

Secondary File Resources

Secondary Resource Link(s)

Presentation summarising key insights from the report

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