Sharp rise in energy and utility firms on norms-based exclusion lists

The sharp increase is predominantly among companies based in China, the US and Canada

The number of energy and utility companies appearing on norms-based exclusion lists has sharply risen in the second quarter of 2026, new data shows.

Swiss ESG ratings agency Covalence has updated its norms-based exclusions monitor for Q2 and observed a significant rise in the number of companies appearing on those lists during the quarter. More…

Source: PA Future