Since 2002
Postings and Commentaries
by Ron Robins
Podcast: August 2026 Sustainable Stock and ETF Picks
August 2026 Sustainable Stock and ETF Picks. Includes articles on the top clean-tech companies, AI infrastructure stocks, and ESG funds.…
‘When it comes to sustainable investing, it pays to be active’
“Data from Morgan Stanley found sustainable funds outperformed their traditional peers across all major asset classes and regions in 2023,…
How oil barons and right-wing billionaires are manipulating the free market to extend fossil fuels
“The House Judiciary Committee has delivered a clear message to the free market: shut up about climate change or pay…
Comment: Why climate-related shareholder resolutions are vital for markets
“Key to the functioning of the U.S. financial system, the proxy system is a cornerstone of how investors help guide…
ESG Is Simply Not Enough To Drive Needed Change
“To truly address the existential threats facing our planet and society, we need a shift that goes beyond the limitations…
Why the S&P 500 ESG Index Continues to Outperform the S&P 500
“Looking through an ESG lens may help tease out risks that might not necessarily be apparent in conventional financial analysis.…
These 50 Canadian corporations are betting big on green
“Best 50 companies are pouring seven times more into sustainable investments than the average Canadian corporation.” [COMMENTARY] Ethical investors everywhere…
ESG Funds Are Not More Expensive, Morningstar Sustainalytics Analysis Confirms
“This latest research busts the myth that ESG investments are more expensive for investors, as commonly assumed due to specialised…
The Story of the First ESG Index
“How the Domini 400 withstood the test of time.” [COMMENTARY] After 34 years of history it still regularly outpaces many…
Why every investor should embrace Responsible AI
“The Responsible AI Playbook for Investors, a collaboration between the World Economic Forum and CPP Investments Insights Institute, aims to bridge…
Portfolios With Low ESG Risk Outperform in Times of Crisis
“Market patterns during past shocks suggest minimizing ESG risk is good business.” [COMMENTARY] There have been several studies showing this…
How Generative AI transforms ESG data into sustainable investment success
“By transforming how data is managed, analyzed, and utilized, Generative AI offers substantial promise for those committed to enhancing their…
Clean Tech Co. Says It Has Built a New ‘Reliable, Safe’ Battery
“Clean technology company BioLargo Inc. (BLGO:OTCQB) announced it has manufactured its “liquid sodium” prototype battery cells that it says are…
Ethical Investments
“Contrary to what appears to be a widespread assumption, I demonstrate that fiduciary law does not inherently prohibit ethical investments.”…
The top 5 renewable energy trends shaping the sector
“Energy transition investment is on the rise, with $303 billion invested in the U.S. in 2023, according to BloombergNEF, up…
Sovereign Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Investing: Chasing Elusive Sustainability
“This paper evaluates the progression of the sovereign ESG landscape since the initial comprehensive assessment of the sector in 2021…
2 Major Changes to the SEC Climate Rule, and What They Mean for Investors
“Investors and companies must navigate major differences in US and international reporting frameworks.” [COMMENTARY] A few years ago I was…
Understanding ESG Ratings: Legal Insights & Perspectives
“This article analyzes the salience of ESG ratings and considers certain methodologies underlying their calculation for professionals. The article also…
Taking a Strategic Approach to the ‘S’ in ESG: Creating a Social Impact Strategy
“While the ‘E’ in ESG has received significant attention, effort, and investment from regulators and organizations alike, the ‘S’ pillar,…
