Astrid Pierard has been part of Candriam’s ESG analysis and research effort since 2022, having joined Candriam in 2020. She focuses on Utilities and Chemicals sectors, as well as on environmental thematic strategies. Prior to joining Candriam, she worked for Quantis International as a Junior Sustainability Consultant.
Astrid Pierard holds a Master’s degree in Management with a specialization in Corporate Sustainability Management and a Bachelor’s degree in Economics and Management, both from the Université Catholique de Louvain.
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Astrid Pierard, Alix Chosson, ESG, SRI, Research Paper, Equities, Water
In a world grappling with escalating water issues, prioritizing water as a strategic business imperative has never been more critical. The operational and financial impacts of water-related risks have started materializing. Our conviction is that companies must consider and manage water as the long-term strategic and operational risk it can represent.
Bastien Dublanc, Astrid Pierard, Jessica Carlier, ESG, SRI, Equities, Research Paper, Water
PFAS: Genie auf Abwegen
PFAS werden aufgrund ihrer einzigartigen Eigenschaften seit Jahrzehnten in verschiedenen Haushalts- und Industriezweigen eingesetzt. Sie sind wasserbeständig und praktisch unzerstörbar. Sie werden auch als das Jahrhundertgift angesehen. Wie sieht es mit der Regulierung aus? Welches sind die Risiken im Zusammenhang mit PFAS? Wo liegen die Chancen?