“The 2022 slump experienced by environmental, social, and governance (ESG) exchange traded funds has a silver lining in that it serves as a reminder that ESG is a style best deployed over long holding periods. Last year provided strong support for that notion, as many of the factors that previously propelled ESG funds fell by the wayside.”

[COMMENTARY] Ever since I became fascinated with ethical, sustainable, and ESG investing, I’ve had the view that the best returns are made over the long term. The reason is that many of the systems and investments needed for it do take time to take full effect. Whether it be finding new energy sources or implementing new ethical management philosophies, it takes time before such benefits can mature.
Taking the Long View of ESG Investing, by editorial@vettafi.com (ETF Trends), April 25, 2023, ETFtrends, USA.