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.…
Companies that pay fair wages weather downturn better.
“Just Capital’s researchers found that the top 20% of firms enjoyed a 6.5% higher average annual return versus their industry…
The US SIF Foundation’s Biennial “Trends Report” Finds That Sustainable Investing Assets Reach $17.1 Trillion.
“The total US-domiciled assets under management using sustainable investing strategies grew from $12.0 trillion at the start of 2018 to…
The US SIF Foundation’s Biennial “Trends Report” Finds That Sustainable Investing Assets Reach $17.1 Trillion.
“The total US-domiciled assets under management using sustainable investing strategies grew from $12.0 trillion at the start of 2018 to…
Why ESG Investors Are Happy to Settle for Lower Returns.
“However, they do outperform the rest of the market when there are unexpected shifts in customers’ tastes for green products…
Why ESG Investors Are Happy to Settle for Lower Returns.
“However, they do outperform the rest of the market when there are unexpected shifts in customers’ tastes for green products…
A Paris Exit Creates Climate Liability for U.S. Businesses.
“If the U.S. stays out of the Paris agreement, there will be consequences for American businesses with a global footprint,…
A Paris Exit Creates Climate Liability for U.S. Businesses.
“If the U.S. stays out of the Paris agreement, there will be consequences for American businesses with a global footprint,…
The World’s Courtrooms Could Unleash the Next Wave of Green Investing.
“The legal risk for pension funds that fail to account for climate change in portfolio investments is about to become…
The World’s Courtrooms Could Unleash the Next Wave of Green Investing.
“The legal risk for pension funds that fail to account for climate change in portfolio investments is about to become…
DOL’s Final ESG Rule Appears Slightly Softer Than Proposal.
“The final version of the regulation emphasizes the importance of using only ‘pecuniary’ factors in the assessment of investment options…
Does selling ‘stranded assets’ lower global carbon levels?
“The likely outcome is that less climate-conscious firms will buy these carbon-intensive assets at cheap prices, motivated by the ability…
DOL’s Final ESG Rule Appears Slightly Softer Than Proposal.
“The final version of the regulation emphasizes the importance of using only ‘pecuniary’ factors in the assessment of investment options…
Does selling ‘stranded assets’ lower global carbon levels?
“The likely outcome is that less climate-conscious firms will buy these carbon-intensive assets at cheap prices, motivated by the ability…
How gold can be a major player for socially responsible investing.
“It is both possible and practical to own gold that is responsibly sourced: science, technology, and public and regulatory focus…
Sustainability Initiative: Bank for International Settlements.
“Worldwide, central banks and regulators have slowly implemented new policies and initiatives to reduce their exposure to climate risk. Leading…
How gold can be a major player for socially responsible investing.
“It is both possible and practical to own gold that is responsibly sourced: science, technology, and public and regulatory focus…
Sustainability Initiative: Bank for International Settlements.
“Worldwide, central banks and regulators have slowly implemented new policies and initiatives to reduce their exposure to climate risk. Leading…
It’s time we added a letter to ESG. Here’s why.
“While the recognition of all things ESG is finally happening, there is no time to waste to add a ‘T’…
It’s time we added a letter to ESG. Here’s why.
“While the recognition of all things ESG is finally happening, there is no time to waste to add a ‘T’…
ESG Investing Will Not Grow Successfully Without Global Data Standards And Regulations, Says OECD.
“Last week, the OECD released its 2020 business and finance outlook report, Sustainable and Resilient Finance. The reports delivers a…
