“Vitalis, in collaboration with Dr. Olaf Weber and Dr. Vasundhara Saravade from the Faculty of Environment, discovered that investors are…Continue readingInvestors more likely to opt for green labels over financial returns, fueling greenwashing concerns

“JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs – along with retailer Costco – have set the stage for corporations to push back on…Continue readingThe anti-DEI movement confronts an unlikely opponent: big banks

“Many asset managers have stopped offering funds supporting environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals in the face of political backlash.…Continue readingESG Investing Isn’t as Divisive as We Think

“In conclusion, the study shows that the anti-ESG proponents are increasing their voice through a higher volume of shareholder proposals in…Continue readingAnti-ESG Proposals Have Increased in Volume, but Fare Poorly

“We document four facts. First, investors generally expected ESG investments to underperform the market. Between mid-2021 and late-2023, the average…Continue readingFour facts about ESG beliefs and investor portfolios

“Does ownership matter?  With average holding periods of publicly-traded stock measured in months, share ownership may not effect firm’s long-term…Continue readingCorporate Ownership and ESG Performance

“The US risks losing ground in the growing renewable energy market as other countries invest heavily in solar, wind and…Continue readingTrump’s focus on fossil fuels risks sidelining U.S. in global renewable energy shift

“The green transition may face shifting political winds, but Global 100 companies are staying the course.” [COMMENTARY] This is my…Continue reading2025 Global 100 list: World’s most sustainable companies are still betting on a greener world

“The coming energy policy shift under President-elect Donald Trump and new regulations overseas are prompting investors to be more cautious,…Continue readingSustainability and ESG investments will keep expanding under Trump, analysts say

“Around 85% of the Chief Investment Officers surveyed for McKinsey said that ESG is an pivotal factor in their investment decisions.…Continue readingWhy ESG initiatives need a solid economic foundation

“Young investors’ zeal for ESG (environmental, social, and governance) began to wane in 2023. In the latest survey, conducted in…Continue readingYoung Investors’ Support for ESG Dropped Dramatically in 2024

“Definitions of what a green bond is must be streamlined urgently to attract funds needed for the green transition, the…Continue readingWorld must urgently streamline green bond ‘taxonomies’ – IFC

“In 2024, the main driver for participation by institutional investors in sustainable investing was demand from clients or other external…Continue readingLeading drivers among institutional investors for participating in sustainable investing in select regions worldwide in 2024

“Financial advisers are neglecting the demand for sustainable investments. To fill in the gap, here’s our guide to the best…Continue reading(Canada) Why are financial advisers shunning green funds?

“European regulators are already asking companies to report on environmental, social, and governance, or ESG, risks for their businesses. Increasingly, companies…Continue readingGet Ready to Hear the Term ‘Double Materiality.’ Here’s What It Means for Investors

“This study offers investors actionable insights into the benefits of SRI ETFs, demonstrating their ability to provide stable returns and…Continue readingComparing the resilience of socially responsible and SIN investment during the COVID-19 pandemic

“More than 60% of US consumers want companies to stay out of politically charged conversations, up 10% from 2022. Interestingly, political…Continue readingShould companies take a stand on social issues?

“As sustainability-aware investors look ahead to 2025, six themes are likely to dominate their lists. They include environmental, social, and…Continue reading6 Sustainable-Investing Trends to Watch in 2025

“Understand the business case for ESG investment, the benefits of sustainability, long-term value creation, and more.” [COMMENTARY] This is a…Continue readingESG and shareholder value: Making the case for sustainable investment