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MSCI Appoints Richard Mattison to Lead ESG and Climate Business

MSCI Appoints Richard Mattison to Lead ESG and Climate Business

MSCI Appoints Richard Mattison to Lead ESG and Climate Business

Key Impact Points:

  • MSCI names Dr. Richard Mattison as the new head of its ESG and Climate business, effective October 29.
  • Mattison brings over 20 years of experience in sustainable finance, including leading S&P Global’s sustainability unit.
  • He will spearhead ESG and Climate product development, driving innovation and client solutions for global investors.

MSCI Inc. has appointed Dr. Richard Mattison as Head of ESG and Climate, starting October 29. Mattison, who brings extensive experience in sustainable finance, will be responsible for advancing MSCI’s ESG and Climate product strategy and development.

In his new role, Mattison will collaborate with key executives, including Chairman and CEO Henry Fernandez and President Baer Pettit, to enhance MSCI’s ESG and Climate product offerings. His goal is to create integrated solutions that help investors stay at the forefront of sustainable investing. Mattison, who will be based in London, will report to Chief Product Officer Alvise Munari.

Mattison’s career spans over two decades, with leadership roles including President of S&P Global’s sustainability unit and CEO of Trucost Plc, a pioneer in climate analytics. Reflecting on his new position, Richard Mattison said, “I am delighted to join MSCI at such a critical inflection point. Sustainability and climate change issues are reshaping the global investment landscape. MSCI is a leader in delivering high quality data and ratings, advanced analytics and client-led solutions to the world’s largest asset managers, asset owners and banks.”

Richard Mattison, Lead ESG and Climate Business

Alvise Munari expressed enthusiasm about the appointment, stating, “We are thrilled to welcome Richard to MSCI as the leader of our ESG and Climate business. His experience in sustainable finance, coupled with his proven track record in delivering innovative solutions, uniquely positions him to deliver on our commitment to helping investors meet their sustainability and climate goals.”

Alvise Munari

Mattison’s expertise includes advising financial institutions and governments on integrating sustainability and climate analysis into decision-making. He has also served on influential policy-shaping groups such as the EU’s High-Level Expert Group on Sustainable Finance and China’s Green Finance Taskforce. His leadership is expected to drive further innovation in MSCI’s offerings for asset managers, owners, and banks.

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