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A Business Guide to Sustainable Finance

3BL Media

Here are a few of the outcomes that contribute to a company's long-term sustainability and competitiveness. Reduced cost of capital Sustainable investments often attract a broader base of investors, including socially responsible investment funds and individuals looking for ethical investment opportunities.

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Responsible-investing trailblazer awarded Order of Canada

Corporate Knights

I first met Moira Hutchinson in 1987 when I was working on the first of my series of books on responsible investment. She was generous with her time and provided a wealth of insight into “ethical investing,” as responsible investing was known then. . It must be addressed by changing the economy.

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The Difference Between ESG and SRI, and How They Impact Investing

3BL Media

Responsible investing has been around in one form or another for quite some time. Pacifists may choose not to invest in companies that manufacture weapons. Environmentalists may choose to invest in companies that produce durable products from natural materials. In fact, ESG investing grew 143% between 2016 and 2020.