ESG

Opinion

Tough choices before, after divestment

Whether to divest from sensitive or controversial investments such as firearms can be a difficult call for fiduciaries, and making it doesn't put an end to the tough choices.

Max MesservyJuly 17, 2018

Opinion

Engage on palm oil to advance SDGs

Investors seeking to link the UN Sustainable Development Goals to their strategies can reduce tropical deforestation associated with agricultural commodities by influencing portfolio companies.

Siobhan CollinsJune 21, 2018

Opinion

The logic against investing in handguns

There is a rational basis for not putting assets into handgun producers but emotions and politics cloud the issue. Judging the case on facts and figures, not dogma, makes the choice clear.

Peter KraneveldJune 13, 2018

Opinion

Human rights benchmark a catalyst

The Corporate Human Rights Benchmark aims to intensify the race to the top for companies in their efforts to drive abuses from the supply chain. A new report shows it's working.

Dan NealeMay 31, 2018

Opinion

Blockchain lifts shareholder’s voice

The technology behind Bitcoin also has the potential to allow real-time, digital voting for corporate stakeholders and make ESG factors more transparent throughout supply chains, PRI chief says.

Fiona ReynoldsMay 29, 2018

Opinion

Mercer touts ESG integration, SDGs

Embedding ESG factors into investment decision-making processes makes related risks more apparent, while strategies based on SDGs align portfolios more closely with long-term wealth creation.

Sarika GoelMay 7, 2018

Opinion

Tough choices before, after divestment

Opinion

Engage on palm oil to advance SDGs

Opinion

The logic against investing in handguns

Opinion

Human rights benchmark a catalyst

Opinion

Blockchain lifts shareholder’s voice

Opinion

Mercer touts ESG integration, SDGs

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