Climate and ESG Investing #881945

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) investing is a strategy where investors consider not only financial returns but also the impact a company has on the environment, society, and its internal governance. It is a shift from traditional investing, which focuses solely on financial metrics like profits and market performance.
By integrating these non-financial factors into decision-making, ESG investors aim to support sustainable companies that manage risk effectively while delivering long-term value.
This course introduces ESG investing as a strategy that integrates environmental, social, and governance factors into investment decision-making. The rise of ESG investing has been driven by a combination of increased awareness of climate change, a shift toward stakeholder capitalism, growing institutional support, financial performance evidence, and regulatory changes. Understanding ESG ratings and how they are applied in portfolio management is essential for investors seeking to align their investments with both financial goals and ethical values.