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Reporting framework consultation

The PRI is developing a new reporting framework that will be launched as a pilot in June 2012. The new reporting framework addresses different aspects that have been emphasised by PRI signatories, namely:

• Strengthen the reporting objective of the PRI: The new framework is moving away from self-assessment and asks for narrative or factual information. The focus of the framework is to deliver relevant information for clients and the public.
• Introduce further differentiation between asset classes: The new reporting framework has introduced asset class supplements to best capture the different responsible investment activities in asset classes.
• Introduce further differentiation between direct and indirect investors: The new reporting framework will provide different routes reflecting different business practices employed by direct and indirect investors.

The information below presents the latest developments on the new reporting framework based on the feedback received during the open consultation period.

Reporting framework open consultation feedback
There was high level of involvement of the various stakeholders during the consultation on the new framework this autumn. The PRI received over 160 responses to the consultation, as well as a series of informal comments from signatories. A detailed summary of the feedback can be found here.

PRI’s way forward on the new reporting framework
PRI is undertaking a number of measures to address the suggestions that came out of the open consultation period. These are currently being discussed with the Technical Committee and the different advisory groups. The approach for the way forward is described in this document. The new framework will be made available in March/April and the pilot of the online survey will be launched in June. More details on the timeline can be found on the overview page.

Assessment/benchmarking consultation
One of the next steps is the consultation on the assessment methodology. This will be launched in March/April 2012. Further details regarding the same would be shared in due course in this section of the website.

Technical committee and advisory groups
The PRI Secretariat is supported by a technical committee, consisting of industry experts with reporting experience. While the technical committee is the main advisory body, it receives input from dedicated asset class and regional advisory groups. The Secretariat oversees the review process. See the list of technical committee members.

Supporting documents
Summary of consultation feedback
Way forward
Reporting framework Consultation package (zip folder)
Technical committee members
Press release (16 June 2011)