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Four key lessons from the world’s top responsible investors

Corporate Knights

Since its launch in 2006, a significant portion of the global investment industry has signed on to the United Nations–backed Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI). Engagement and divestment both have a role to play The engagement versus divestment debate has been ongoing in the investor community.

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The Long Game

Chris Hall

After taking on an engagement manager role in 2006, he became much more aware of Greenbank’s main clients, which were large charities, religious faith groups and celebrities. Divestment option Despite the headway being made with engagement, many large asset owners still opt for other solutions.

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A Brief History of Impact Investing

Good.is: Planet

Harvard finally announcing their divestment from fossil fuels (after years of pressure from outside groups) earlier this year. An interactive history of impact investing from 1971 to today. Business Roundtable redefining the purpose of a corporation to benefit all stakeholders, not just shareholders, in 2019.

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Empowering Young Leaders to Solve the World’s Energy Challenges: Insights From Nine Business Case Studies Highlight Paths to a Sustainable Future

James Militzer

The University of Michigan Endowment Fund: Divesting from Fossil Fuels (Published 9.9.2020) In September 2019, there were climate change strikes at the University of Michigan. One of its goals was to reduce emissions to 25% below 2006 levels by 2025.