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
It would be easy to despair over climate change. After all, not only was 2024 the hottest year in recorded history, it was also when the world crossed the 1.5 C threshold that nearly every government pledged to avoid. But there are things we can still do, as individuals and together, to address, and hopefully reverse, the impact of global warming.
It’s been a challenging time for people dedicated to fighting climate change. According to a recent UN Climate Change Panel report, the world is falling “miles short” of its greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction goals. In order to limit global temperature… Read More »Can Carbon Capture Solve the Climate Crisis?
2024 is on track to be one of the hottest years ever recorded. Severe climate impacts are becoming impossible to ignore for businesses and investors worldwide. Rising temperatures, intensifying climate shocks, and disruptions to industries and supply chains underscore the… Read More »COP29: A Turning Point for Sustainable Investing
When we think of renewable energy, solar and wind are usually what come to mind. But as the need for cleaner energy grows, there’s a new lineup of promising alternatives gaining attention. Technologies like geothermal, ocean energy, and green hydrogen… Read More »Beyond Solar and Wind Power: New Sources of Renewable Energy
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
Blockchain is no longer just a buzzword in the tech world—it’s transforming industries by providing secure, transparent, and efficient solutions. Blockchain is a decentralized digital ledger that records transactions across multiple computers, making the system more secure and nearly impossible… Read More »How Blockchain is Shaping the Future: Transparency, Security, and ESG
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
When a company becomes a convicted felon, it’s a clue that corporate governance may be a problem. While the public often focuses on the “E” in ESG investing, good corporate governance (the “G”) is essential for companies to succeed. Corporate… Read More »When Governance Breaks Down: Boeing’s Lesson for ESG Investors