ESG

The US has officially rejoined the Paris Agreement on climate change, signaling a broader focus by the Biden administration on sustainability issues.

The Loomis Sayles Global Fixed Income Team explains its ESG investment philosophy and enhancements to its capabilities and process.

Well-known for deep proprietary research, Loomis Sayles believes that ESG considerations are an inextricable part of investment analysis.

How United World College-USA drew on its educational philosophy as the foundation for the investments in its retirement plan.

Mirova CEO explains why companies with sustainable solutions to massive global challenges will likely be the industry leaders of tomorrow.

Mirova portfolio manager points out that as human activity threatens the planet, innovative green solutions are driving the transition to carbon neutrality.

Research firm that adopted the Natixis Sustainable Future Funds® saw a dramatic increase in retirement investing by its employees.

See how one company encouraged employees to contribute more to their 401(k) plans by offering a new Qualified Default Investment Alternative (QDIA).

Investment firms with strong corporate cultures can better support D&I efforts.

A quick guide to some of the most commonly used terms and abbreviations related to sustainable investing.

Perspective on how investors may benefit from macroeconomic trends and changing US government policies related to social inequality and climate change.

VP of Finance & Operations explains how the Natixis Sustainable Future Funds^® improved 401(k) plan contribution rates since adoption in 2017.

The AIA Racial Equity investment approach uses direct indexing to focus on companies that promote diversity, equity and inclusion.

Perspective on the US SIF Foundation’s 2020 Report on US Sustainable and Impact Investing presented by Lisa Woll, CEO of US SIF.

Whitepaper examines the new DOL ruling in effect January 12, 2021 that stresses “pecuniary factors” relevant to retirement plan investments.

A retirement plan specialist and the president of an international high school offer their perspectives on the DOL’s proposed ruling on ESG investing.

Why ESG-related investments attracted inflows during the coronavirus crisis is discussed in this interview with Jens Peers, CEO & CIO of Mirova US.

Portfolio manager Christopher Sharpe reviews trends in target date investing, with a focus on hybrid funds that combine active and passive strategies.

The first ESG-driven target date mutual funds – designed to help plan participants invest for the future with purpose.

Learn about the target date retirement funds that use ESG (environmental, social, governance) factors in the investment process.

Demographic, technological, environment, and governance transitions can present opportunities for investors focused on risk and sustainability.

A diverse workforce challenges conventional thinking and creates a more dynamic and rewarding work environment. It may also lead to better experiences for clients.

Gauging the environmental and social impact of utility companies requires a look at how their energy source mix may impact their long-term sustainability.

It’s time to challenge many of the biggest misconceptions about ESG and sustainable investing so that conversations can be more productive.

Incorporating sustainability analysis in an investment strategy may help uncover opportunities and avoid potential risks.

Perspectives on investing for a low carbon world and delivering competitive returns from a Mirova sustainable investments research analyst.

Find out why offering an ESG-driven target date fund option led one investor to invest more in his 401(k) plan.

See why the Shelton Group uses the Natixis Sustainable Future Funds® in their 401(k) plan.