ESG Data Platform
The platform provides access to data related to environmental, social and governance aspects of KASE-listed companies' development activities in order to increase the transparency and availability of information on factors of their sustainable development
The platform serves as a source of ESG information on companies admitted to trading on KASE, as well as a resource for investors focused on the responsible investment principles
ESG Data Platform from KASE: centralized access to sustainable development data
Creation of the platform is part of the Exchange’s comprehensive efforts to promote responsible investment, develop sustainable financing infrastructure and create a favorable investment climate in the Republic of Kazakhstan.
The platform provides centralized access to:
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data on issues of ESG bonds on KASE
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non-financial reporting and ESG reporting from KASE's listed companies
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methodological recommendations and guidelines for preparation and disclosure of ESG information
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analytical and educational materials prepared by KASE as part of ESG initiatives
Independent ESG Approved Verifiers / External Review Providers
The list of organizations conducting independent assessments of funding projects aimed at issuing sustainable developement bonds are defined by the relevant regulatory act, and includes:
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international financial organizations, international and national audit organizations, consulting organizations that have a Climate Bonds Initiative accreditation certificate as a qualifying international verifier;
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international financial organizations, international and national audit organizations, consulting organizations that carry out an independent assessment in accordance with Green and Social Bonds Principles of the International Capital Markets Association ICMA.
A more detailed list of organizations and the procedure of listing sustainable development bonds in the official list of the Exchange determined by Article 11-1 of the Listing Rules can be found here.
