Asia leads global shift toward sustainable investing, survey finds

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🗞️ Driving the news: Asia-Pacific has taken the lead in integrating sustainability into investment strategies, surpassing Europe and North America in adopting climate-conscious investment practices
• 79% of asset owners in Asia-Pacific are integrating sustainability into their investments, compared to 74% in Europe and 71% in North America
• This shift is driven by climate concerns and growing supportive policies in countries like China, Japan, and Singapore

🔭 The context: FTSE Russell’s 2025 survey of 415 asset owners across 24 countries highlights the increasing role of sustainability in global investment strategies
• Asia-Pacific’s leadership is evident in green bond markets, with regional green bond issuance reaching $180 billion in 2025, a 29% increase from the previous year
• The region’s strong regulatory frameworks, clean energy investments, and new disclosure regimes are fostering greater investment in sustainable projects

🌍 Why it matters for the planet: Asia’s growing sustainable investment focus contributes to accelerating the transition to a low-carbon economy, with countries like China and Japan making significant strides toward carbon neutrality
• Increased green bond issuance helps direct capital toward projects that can mitigate climate risks and promote sustainability
• The global push for sustainability is crucial in the fight against climate change and the transition to a more sustainable financial system

⏭️ What’s next: Expect more robust investments in clean energy and green infrastructure across Asia-Pacific, with continued growth in the green bond market
• Europe's sustainable investment market may face challenges due to regulatory complexity, while the U.S. may need to overcome political challenges to align with global trends
• As sustainability becomes a core part of investment strategies, global convergence on green investing may continue to evolve

💬 One quote: "Asia’s leadership in sustainable investing is a clear indicator of the region’s growing role in the global transition to a low-carbon economy," said an asset manager from Tokyo.

📈 One stat: Asia-Pacific’s green bond issuance reached $180 billion in 2025, up 29% from the previous year

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