Disrupting the system with social entrepreneurs
Mike Chodroff discusses launching a new fellowship to train the next generation of sustainable business creators
Author: InvestmentNews
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Stakeholder capitalism is here to stay
In this episode ESG Clarity US chats with Sarah Green-Vieux, Kindred’s chief impact officer
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Bond investment aims to help those unfairly impacted by pandemic’s pain
A new $11 million impact investing project launched in New Mexico, led by RBC Global Asset Management, aims to support under-resourced communities.
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Calpers, Carlyle in ESG data push
More than a dozen investment firms overseeing more than $4 trillion in assets are banding together to standardize data on ESG performance.
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Diverse individuals challenged by cultural differences when entering advice industry
It’s important to understand yourself so you can find the right cultural fit for you within any industry, said Shundrawn Thomas, president of Northern Trust Asset Management, .
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Late-night TV is joining Climate Week NYC
Climate Week NYC kicks off Sept. 20 and Helen Clarkson, the CEO of host Climate Group, joins the podcast to describe some of the week’s 500 events aimed at “getting things done.”
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How do we pay for the SDGs?
With SDG #17, the writers conclude this 2030 Agenda by stating that the previous 16 goals won’t be achieved without global participation. More specifically, developed nations will need to support less and least developed countries.
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DOL rules expected to clarify that ESG funds are OK in retirement plans
US SIF CEO Lisa Woll discusses disclosures
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Brewing peace through economic opportunities
SDG #16: Promote peace and justice. Conflict, insecurity and limited access to justice stand in the way of sustainable development. Entrepreneur George Taylor, after a particularly tragic gang-related shooting, decided to try to instill peace in his community – and beyond with TRU Colors.
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SEC’s Gensler orders review of funds’ ESG disclosures
The agency is considering more stringent disclosure requirements for investment funds amid concerns that some fund managers are making unfounded ESG claims.
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Active investment managers must consider ESG when building portfolios today
Now regulation, reporting and transparency need to catch up to strengthen ESG investing, said Lisa Jones, US CEO, president, and head of Americas, at Amundi Asset Management.
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Cyber resilience considered before White Oak lends to small firms
ESG criteria, including factors like cyber security preparedness, are important to consider when deciding whether to finance small and medium sized businesses, according to Teresa Cutter of White Oak Global Advisors.