Episode 167

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21st Oct 2025

Understanding nature-related risks: A conversation with Mirtha Kastrapeli on ESG investing

In this episode of The Greener Way, host Michelle Baltazar talks with Mirtha Kastrapeli, global head at ISS STOXX Research Institute, on how institutional investors are starting to look at 'nature' with a fresh lens. Beyond its impact on investment outcomes, many super funds can start unpacking nature-related risks and opportunities.

 

00:30 Welcome to The Greener Way

00:45 Introducing Mirtha Kastrapeli from ISS STOXX Research Institute

02:02 The importance of nature in investment

03:32 Understanding nature-related risks

05:09 Data and measurement of nature-related risks

09:15 Case study: circular economy in the chemicals industry

12:38 Modern slavery and industry disclosures

14:22 Final thoughts



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Conversations about people, planet and profit-for-purpose in a complex world, brought to you by the publishers of FS Sustainability.
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