VEGN - ESG Investing Stands Out During COVID-19 Volatility
Environmental, social and governance initiatives have gained traction in many companies
By Nathan Miller, Unit Trust Equity Portfolio Manager
Advocates of environmental, social and governance ((ESG)) investing have long maintained that strong ESG practices contribute to strong businesses. COVID-19 has put that thinking to the test, and over the past few months, we've seen several bright spots in terms of ESG engagement and performance.
ESG engagement: Companies seek meaningful changes during crisis
The United Nations Principles for Responsible Investing (UNPRI) has historically experienced above-average growth in membership during times of crisis, like during the financial