Navigating today’s private equity landscape demands clarity, adaptability, and strategic foresight. From planning an exit, to exploring opportunities in emerging markets or evaluating participation in the voluntary carbon market, every decision comes with unique challenges and potential rewards.
In this edition, we share actionable insights and practical guidance to help investment firms and portfolio companies chart the right course forward. Discover below how integrating sustainability at every stage can differentiate your strategy and unlock long-term value.
We are also excited to share that Anthesis has been shortlisted for the Private Equity Wire Awards 2025 as Advisory Firm of the Year: ESG. You can learn more about this award, and how you can vote, here.
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The European Commission has published its final proposal on amendments to SFDR, following a leaked draft. The amendments seek to materially simplify SFDR to better align with current market realities by focusing on transparency rules, addressing current shortcomings, and simplifying disclosure requirements for financial market participants (FMPs).
SFDR 2.0 embraces the Omnibus theme of regulatory simplification and represents a significant step toward a more effective and proportionate framework.
Anthesis was proud to contribute to the RIF Europe 2025 programme through expert-led sessions and leadership roles. This year, sustainability was increasingly presented as a critical ingredient in value protection and creation. In our latest insights, we unpack 5 key themes that outline this sentiment.
In today’s market, exiting a portfolio company requires sharper strategy and stronger positioning. With valuation pressures and buyer scrutiny on resilience and long-term performance, differentiation is critical. Sustainability narratives can play a powerful role in highlighting both a company’s current value and its potential for responsible growth under new ownership.
The ESG narrative you tell, however, depends on whether a portfolio company is:
Anthesis Director Tim Clare was delighted to attend the 10th anniversary celebrations for the Initiative Climate International (iCI) held at Eurazeo's offices in Paris. Anthesis' invite recognised our partnering with the iCI on a series of key initiatives, most notably co-drafting the Private Equity Sector Science-Based Target Guidance in 2021 and Voluntary Carbon Market Guidance for Private Markets in 2024.
At the session, we heard from the founding firms and about some of the aspirations for this crucial initiative as it looks ahead to the next ten years.
Setting net zero targets in emerging markets requires a tailored, equitable approach. In our recent insights, we outline how scaling Science Based Targets using country-specific emissions pathways can ensure that decarbonisation strategies are both locally relevant and globally aligned. This framework helps investors and companies build credible, investable climate strategies that reflect the unique challenges and opportunities in these regions.
Earlier this month, our experts presented a dynamic and forward-looking webinar exploring how private equity firms can strategically engage with the Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM). The session unpacked the evolving landscape of carbon credit procurement, investment opportunities, and nature-based solutions.
NEWS | Anthesis Nominated for Private Equity Wire Awards 2025
We are excited to share that Anthesis has been shortlisted for the Private Equity Wire Awards 2025 as Advisory Firm of the Year: ESG. The Private Equity Wire awards celebrate businesses driving transformative innovation and excellence in private equity markets. This recognition is particularly meaningful to us, as we proudly won this award in the last edition. Being shortlisted again underscores the continued impact of our work in helping investors and businesses embed sustainability and ESG principles at the heart of their strategies.
The ROI of ESG for Businesses: ESG is no longer a siloed, perception-driven exercise – it is a strategic business plan, delivering measurable value under financial, regulatory, and competitive pressures.Share
Omnibus Update – CSRD & CSDDD: The European Parliament has adopted its negotiating position on the Omnibus Simplification Package, bringing further changes to two cornerstone frameworks: the CSRD & CSDDD. Share
SBTi Opens Second Consultation: The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has launched the second public consultation on its updated Corporate Net-Zero Standard. Share
EUDR Update: The European Parliament has voted in favour of an amendment that reshapes the timeline and obligations for businesses under the EU Deforestation Regulation. Share
Climate Risk and Opportunity Screening for Altor Equity Partners
Deeply committed to sustainability, Altor Equity Partners – a private equity firm operating across Europe – has actively pursued the integration of climate-related risk and opportunity into its investment approach, leveraging Anthesis expertise through a risk screening.
Andrea Siaw
Altor Equity Partners
“Anthesis has been a valuable partner in helping us systematically identify climate-related risks and opportunities across our portfolio under various climate scenarios. Their deep expertise and pragmatic approach have further strengthened our climate strategy, enabling us to better prioritise actions to future-proof our portfolio companies against the climate-related impacts.”
