ESG (environmental, social and governance) is a much-discussed topic across the globe. We present a selection of thought leadership articles and podcasts produced by RBC on this important topic.
Articles and podcasts
- The price of power
Is Canada ready to meet a 50% surge in electricity consumption over the next decade? - How economic reconciliation can power Canada's climate goals
RBC estimates that Canada needs roughly $2 trillion in capital over the next 25 years to achieve Net Zero, much of it from Indigenous sources. - Building a sustainable energy future for Canada
How can Canada achieve energy security while also pursuing Net Zero emissions targets? - British Columbia: Canada's clean tech powerhouse
A journey through the heart of BC’s Clean Tech Valley includes several companies working to decarbonize Canada’s economy. - Nature and biodiversity: The next frontier of sustainability
Nature and biodiversity represent one of the largest economic opportunities, and are increasingly recognized as emerging and material ESG risks. - ESG in infrastructure
Sustainable infrastructure is a key enabler of the transition to a low-carbon economy and an important driver of resilient, inclusive growth. - ESG themes to watch for in the healthcare sector
Sara Mahaffy, RBC’s ESG Strategist, provides a snapshot of key ESG themes, momentum and proxy voting trends for the healthcare sector. - ESG considerations for M&A transactions
From target selection to post-merger integration, ESG considerations are being factored into M&A transactions and becoming a top priority across industries. - The role of investors in a changing world
As the world increasingly relies on business to solve key societal problems, investors are challenging companies to adopt longer-term thinking. - What’s next in the evolution of sustainable finance?
Regulation, harmonization and the evolution of sustainable finance. What will we be talking about in 2023? - Why growth may be ahead for multi-industry companies
Two RBC experts offer their perspectives on how heightening ESG megatrends may lead to topline growth for multi-industry companies. - How international students can help solve Canada's labour crisis
Global competition for high-calibre international students is intensifying, as Canada’s peer countries and new competitors sharpen their immigration policies.