LGIM Blog - Alexander Burr, ESG Policy Lead

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Alexander Burr

Alexander joined in 2019 and leads LGIM's ESG policy engagement across markets. Prior to this, he helped establish an impact fund that uses blended finance to invest in emerging markets. Before that, Alexander negotiated blended finance investments at the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) to support sustainable economic growth across Eastern Europe, Central Asia, and North Africa. He has held roles advising governments on alternative finance and established a nuclear safeguards organisation. Alexander holds a BSc in Politics and International Relations from the University of Southampton, and further education at LSE, ICSA, CISL, and Birkbeck.

Other articles by Alexander Burr

Regen Agriculture

Regenerative agriculture: But what do you mean?

Agriculture is one of humanity's oldest industries, but current practices significantly impact nature. In response, ‘regenerative agriculture’ has emerged as a potential solution. However, the lack of a clear, universally accepted definition has resulted in various descriptions being used, creating confusion, and adding difficulties in assessing risk. We believe there are benefits to agreeing a clear, measurable and outcomes-based definition.

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COP16: What are our policy priorities?

Ahead of the global nature summit, we lay out our focus for engaging with policymakers.

COP 16

COP16: The global nature summit that should be on everyone’s radar

The forthcoming global meeting on nature will accelerate action across the public and private sector.

Ocean-water hydro

Water, the lifeblood of nature

The degradation of water represents a systemic risk to client assets, as well as to life on Earth. Here’s an overview of how we aim to tackle this critical issue.

COP threes

It’s an important year for nature. As they say, good things come in threes…

There are not one, not two, but three COPs this year. All three are multi-lateral meetings of vital importance to ensure accelerated action and coordination to tackle nature change. We’ve outlined some of our priorities below.

Over fishing

Calling time on subsidised overfishing

Something fishy has been going on with subsidies for decades. We’re calling for urgent action to protect our oceans.

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Why nature matters to us and our clients

We're committed to addressing the growing threat to nature - and risks to the assets we manage on behalf of our clients.

Wildebeast nature

What TNFD means for investors and the planet

Ahead of the launch of the Taskforce for Nature-Related Financial Disclosures (TNFD), we explore the framework’s potential to galvanise action on nature-related risks.

Winding river

Our planet is approaching the point of no return. We must act.

Global commitments to protect nature, biodiversity and water systems must now be translated into national action. We all have a role to play in achieving this vital goal.

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