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The Unintended Consequences of Managing ESG Risks

Sustainability credentials don’t justify poor diversification.

2023 Proxy-Voting Season: Volume of Climate Resolutions Stays High

But support for shareholder resolutions on climate is falling this year. Here’s what it means.

What We Learned From Meta’s and Alphabet’s 2023 Shareholder Meetings

Shareholders lose patience with tech giants on governance.

How BlackRock, State Street, and Vanguard Cast Their ESG Proxy Votes

The “Big Three” often disagree. Here’s how to make sure their proxy voting reflects your priorities.

1 in 3 Amazon Shareholders Unhappy With Executive Pay Practices

32% of Amazon shareholders voted against the company’s executive compensation in the “say on pay” proposal. Other proposals, including collective bargaining, also earned wide support.

10 Questions for Green Century Capital Management’s Leslie Samuelrich

After successful campaigns with Nvidia, AMD, and Intel, what’s next for the climate-related shareholder advocate?

Mutual Fund Disclosures: Regulators Focus on Foiling Greenwashing in Global Markets

Europe leads, while Asia plays catch-up and the U.S. lags.

2023 Proxy Season: What to Expect for Climate Resolutions

During proxy season, every week is Earth Week.

How Sustainable Indexes Beat the Market in Q1 2023

The Big Tech rebound lifted ESG benchmarks after a challenging 2022.

Starbucks Investors Aren’t Unified on Unionization

Vote on workers’ rights at Starbucks showcases increasing focus on human capital matters.

5 ESG Risks and 5 Bargains in Auto Stocks

These companies face many ESG risks but offer attractive upsides.

Does Your Sustainable Fund Always Vote in Favor of ESG? Apparently Not.

Proxy voting decisions will help investors select funds that best reflect their sustainable-investing priorities.

What to Expect From This Year’s Proxy-Voting Season

Unionization at Starbucks and environmental reporting at Big Oil firms are among the top issues.

Shareholders Demand Accountability on Gender Equity. It’s Good Management.

Gender-related resolutions jumped 46% in the 2022 proxy season. Key themes were harassment and reproductive rights.

Shareholders Step Up Voting Efforts on Racial Equity

In 2022, racial-equity resolutions doubled and expanded.

How Advisors Can Engage With Shareholder Advocacy

Consider your clients’ goals to determine how you can be most effective.

Investors Ask Amazon to Explain Working Conditions

With proxy season looming, group refiles proposal after the retail giant refused to engage last year.

4 Things to Expect for Sustainable Investing in 2023

Europe cements its leadership, while politicization of ESG in the U.S. is slowing progress, says Morningstar Sustainalytics president.

An Invisible Killer: Why Investors Should Be Mindful of Non-Greenhouse-Gas Air Emissions

Tightening of air quality standards gives rise to ESG risks.

The SEC’s Proposal Is a Good First Step for ESG Disclosures

Investors could soon have access to more information about how investment managers incorporate sustainability considerations.

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