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Responsible-investing trailblazer awarded Order of Canada

Corporate Knights

We had developed a strong methodology of research and engagement with companies, regulators and governments for work on a range of issues. For example, we developed a significant investor presence on issues of forest land management. Do you feel corporate greenwashing has increased or decreased from the 1970s and ’80s?

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Sustainability trends 2023

Carlos Sanchez

In 2022, the voice against “greenwashing” practices was clear and loud. Goldman Sachs ‘s and Deutsche Bank’s DWS) for exaggerating claims about their products’ sustainability credentials. Figure 2: Word Greenwashing rated 100 in popularity in 2022 – source Google Trends.

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A Realist’s Guide to Investing for Good

Stanford Social Innovation

Before developing a plan, most advisors will ask clients to think about their risk preferences, timelines, return expectations, and go-forward financial needs. As a result, to feel better, these investors want to screen out problematic companies from their investment portfolio. What’s Your Goal?