Socially Responsible Investing
Do Well by Doing Good
Sustainable Investing
An investment discipline that considers Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance (ESG) criteria to generate long-term competitive financial returns and positive societal impact
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Environmental
This pillar considers the environmental factors of a company and the sustainability of company practices. Some factors include:
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Climate Change and Greenhouse Gas Emissions
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Carbon Footprint
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Green Buildings and Smart Growth
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Clean Technology
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Pollution
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Use of Natural Resources
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Social
This pillar considers the social performance indicators of companies and how the company handles aspects such as:
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Workplace Safety
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Workplace Benefits
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Income Equality
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Diversity and Anti-Bias Issues
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Human Rights
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Community Development
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Corporate Governance
This pillar considers the governance policies of companies or how companies employ fair and appropriate management practices. This may include:
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Board Diversity
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Anti-corruption Policies
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Board Independence
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Corporate Political Contributions
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Executive Compensation
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Management Structure