- Most ERISA plans using active management probably already have some level of ESG integration included in their plan regardless of whether an ESG policy or approach was actively adopted by the plan sponsor.
- Since ERISA plans are subject to Department of Labor (DOL) regulation, shifting DOL guidance over the last few decades may have made plan sponsors reticent to implement any ESG related investment considerations.
- Clearly, there is a lot to consider in making decisions regarding ESG investing, and the landscape is still evolving and remains somewhat controversial.
For further details see:
ESG Investing Among ERISA Retirement Plans: The Latest Trends And Outlook