12.2.1.0 Introductie

In this section, the current state of the market for BES information products and the potential for growth will be analysed. Firstly, an explanation will be provided for the selection of the parties included in the research. Figure 12.2 shows the value chain of financial market parties.

Based on preliminary findings from the desk research and a few consultation interviews with experts in the field, the following three stakeholder groups became the focal point of the research: (i) ESG Agencies; (ii) asset management companies; and (iii) NGOs. The motivation is the following: ESG Agencies play a crucial role in the market for BES information services. Asset management companies are the intermediary party in the value chain, connecting companies and asset owners. Asset managers assess company behaviour, risks and opportunities, and engage with companies to stimulate the improvement of corporate behaviour. Asset managers rely on information purchased from credit rating agencies and ESG Agencies. NGOs play a very important role in raising awareness and generating knowledge on the 'new' and complex issues relating to BES. All three groups are considered to have levering power in the field of information services on BES impacts and dependencies. The results of the desk research and the interviews will be presented below. Per stakeholder group, a perspective will be offered on the current state of the market for BES information products and the potential for growth.