Ethical Investing
Below is a select list of books that not only imbibe the spirit of Investing for the Soul, but also are highly informative and inspirational. The titles are linked to booksellers (mostly Amazon.com) where they may be purchased. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
These titles are ranked approximately by release date.
Looking Forward, Looking Back
“SRI-expert Lloyd Kurtz provides a succinct overview of relevant research over the last couple of decades. The author′s unrivalled work and achievements in the domain of socially responsible investing allows him to bridge the gap between science and practice, making this E-book a must-have for researchers, investors and business practitioners and policy makers. This guide…
Conscious Money: Living, Creating, and Investing with Your Values for a Sustainable New Prosperity
“Conscious Money does for individuals what Conscious Capitalism did for corporations: it articulates a simple, brilliant framework for achieving sustainable financial results, while espousing the highest ideals. Read it, get inspired, and prosper.”—John Mackey, co-CEO and co-founder of Whole Foods Market. For more information, visit Conscious Money: Living, Creating, and Investing with Your Values for…
Low Fee Socially Responsible Investing – Investing in your worldview on your terms
“This book contains guidance on how to build a customized stock portfolio that reflects your worldview. The portfolio can be constructed, implemented and maintained inexpensively with a minimum of professional assistance. In a world where investment returns are less certain, lower investment fees are more and more important for the investor.”—Book description. For more information,…
Trust and Ethics in Finance: Innovative ideas from the Robin Cosgrove Prize
“It is important to note that the prize was launched before the topic of ethics in finance became fashionable… The aim is to prompt a shift in thinking throughout the world of finance the fresh ideas submitted for the prize have global relevance. The twenty-three essays in this volume come from young researchers on six…
Evolutions in Sustainable Investing: Strategies, Funds and Thought Leadership
“A genuinely comprehensive account…a clear road map for beginners and experienced investment practitioners alike.”—Ethical Corporation. For more information, visit Evolutions in Sustainable Investing: Strategies, Funds and Thought Leadership, by Cary Krosinsky, Nick Robins, Stephen Viederman, Wiley 2011.
Dilemmas in Responsible Investment
“Through its focus on responsible investment in practice, Dilemmas in Responsible Investment is, I believe, one of the most profound and important books that has been written on the subject of responsible investment.”—Rory Sullivan, Senior Research Fellow at the University of Leeds, England. For more information, visit Dilemmas in Responsible Investment, by Celine Louche and Steven…

