The Latest Breaking News from ESG

Despite recent resistance, the man who came up with the term "ESG" says it has largely done its job to shift attitudes among asset owners to better manage risk.

As climate and equity proposals lose steam, activist investors are targeting junk food, soda, and alcohol in the name of corporate responsibility.

Report highlights ‘worrying retreat’ in support for shareholder resolutions on environmental and social risks

Wall Street banks and tech giants are rapidly reining back on their ESG and DEI agendas

Many have started to recognize a need to focus on their core business rather than virtue-signaling.

Tesla founder Elon Musk made his stance on environmental, social and governance (ESG) ratings unmistakably clear in June 2023 when he posted “ESG is the devil” on his social media platform, X. Musk, a well-known critic of ESG, made the comment in response to a report that cited poor ESG…

In 2025, the importance of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors in financial risk management is poised to reach unprecedented levels. As global markets become increasingly interconnected and stakeholders demand transparency, organizations must integrate ESG considerations into their risk management frameworks to remain competitive and resilient.

Investors optimistic about future of ESG space, sustainable assets see 7% increase to $3.2 billion in AUM. JPMorgan recommends green bonds in stable renewable energy and utilities sectors for solid returns in 2025.

“Our strategy, in a nutshell, is integrate sustainability everywhere,” says chief sustainability officer Cassandra Garber.