Deep Dive: Private markets take steps towards the 'mainstreaming' of ESG

Issues around data and transparency

Valeria Martinez
clock • 5 min read

As appetite for private markets grows, so does the demand for ESG solutions in the space. However, the lack of standardised data, transparency and regulatory frameworks relative to its public markets peers has made it difficult for responsible investors to discern genuine ESG integration.

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