“Market patterns during past shocks suggest minimizing ESG risk is good business.” [COMMENTARY] There have been several studies showing this…Continue readingPortfolios With Low ESG Risk Outperform in Times of Crisis

“By transforming how data is managed, analyzed, and utilized, Generative AI offers substantial promise for those committed to enhancing their…Continue readingHow Generative AI transforms ESG data into sustainable investment success

“Clean technology company BioLargo Inc. (BLGO:OTCQB) announced it has manufactured its “liquid sodium” prototype battery cells that it says are…Continue readingClean Tech Co. Says It Has Built a New ‘Reliable, Safe’ Battery

“Energy transition investment is on the rise, with $303 billion invested in the U.S. in 2023, according to BloombergNEF, up…Continue readingThe top 5 renewable energy trends shaping the sector

“This paper evaluates the progression of the sovereign ESG landscape since the initial comprehensive assessment of the sector in 2021…Continue readingSovereign Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Investing: Chasing Elusive Sustainability

“Investors and companies must navigate major differences in US and international reporting frameworks.” [COMMENTARY] A few years ago I was…Continue reading2 Major Changes to the SEC Climate Rule, and What They Mean for Investors

“This article analyzes the salience of ESG ratings and considers certain methodologies underlying their calculation for professionals. The article also…Continue readingUnderstanding ESG Ratings: Legal Insights & Perspectives

“While the ‘E’ in ESG has received significant attention, effort, and investment from regulators and organizations alike, the ‘S’ pillar,…Continue readingTaking a Strategic Approach to the ‘S’ in ESG: Creating a Social Impact Strategy

“Although Europe has spearheaded more stringent ESG regulations, dealmakers in all surveyed countries, including those in the US, recognize the…Continue readingThe Payoffs and Pitfalls of ESG Due Diligence

“In a recent paper, we argue that amidst the enthusiasm about ESG, a critical parameter has gone virtually unnoticed: corporate tax…Continue readingThe Missing “T” in ESG

“Our findings substantiate the positive correlation between ESG ratings and fund performance. In fact, our investigation identifies ESG score as…Continue readingCatalyzing Sustainable Investment: Revealing ESG Power in Predicting Fund Performance with Machine Learning

“The bank deposit insurer could make the $17-trillion ETF power bloc lose the ability to self-certify as ‘passive’ funds because…Continue readingFDIC bid to strip BlackRock and Vanguard of superpower ‘has legs’ and reckoning may start with curbs on self-certification of passive index funds