Short term profits are certainly tasty. Increasing quarterly earnings are celebrated with abundant praise from Wall Street analysts, the press and shareholders reveling in rising stock prices. But this focus on immediate financial gains often comes at the expense of long-term fiscal health. It’s much like eating junk food: it may feel good for a moment, but it’s not good for one’s overall well-being
The rightward political shift and associated rhetoric of the recent elections have negatively impacted Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) efforts across the country. Proponents of such measures often frame them as necessary to promote “merit-based” systems, while opponents view them… Read More »ESG is Impossible Without DEI – Updated
ESG scores and ratings are similar concepts used to evaluate a company’s performance in environmental (E), social (S), and governance (G) factors. Scores are numerical values (like 1-10), while ratings are letter-based grades (like A-F). Both aim to assess a… Read More »ESG Scores Still Matter
Fast fashion refers to the rapid production of chic, low-cost clothing designed to meet ever-changing consumer demand. Brands like Shein, Zara, and H&M excel at this model, but it often presses against labor rights and environmental sustainability. As awareness grows,… Read More »Fast Fashion and ESG
ESG investing is ready for its close-up. Hollywood has previously ventured into the cutthroat world of high finance in movies like Wall Street and The Big Short. HBO’s drama Industry continues this tradition, following a group of young, good-looking, London-based… Read More »ESG on TV: What HBO’s “Industry” Gets Right — And Very Wrong — About Sustainable Investing
Renewable energy is a key aspect of global sustainability efforts. This shift from fossil fuels not only aligns with environmental goals but also presents a promising opportunity for financial growth by providing individuals and financial institutions numerous investment opportunities in… Read More »Investing in Renewable Energy: A Sustainable Opportunity
Can you invest in a company that manufactures weapons while still upholding the ESG standards of sustainability and social responsibility? For some ESG investors, the immediate and firm response is “No.” But others see the lines start to blur when… Read More »A Place for Weapons in ESG ?
ESG investing has captured the interest of investors across the globe and continues to spark the curiosity of individuals who align themselves with the values that ESG represents. These principles are shared by investors across all ages and generations. But… Read More »Gen Z is the Future of ESG
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) investing has reshaped financial markets. Far from being a passing trend, and despite right-wing pushback, interest in ESG investment opportunities is growing, especially among millennials, Gen X, Gen Z and similar cohorts. These younger investors… Read More »The Status of ESG Investing: Sustainability Revolution Continues
In April, President Biden signed Executive Order 14096 to “Revitalize our Nation’s Commitment to Environmental Justice for All.” It states, “We must advance Environmental Justice for all by implementing and enforcing the Nation’s environmental and civil rights laws, preventing pollution,… Read More »Environmental Justice: A Primer